New Aug 1998.
Many people have their own ideas about what foods to consume around athletic events.
Some of these ideas may be good. However, many foods consumed by athletes before and between events are inappropriate and may harm the athlete's performance. This publication outlines the proper aspects of eating close to performance time. A basic understanding of certain bodily functions can be helpful in learning the important components of a good pre-event meal. Athletic performance will be better if virtually no food is in the stomach or small intestines at the time the event is being performed.