These basics build a healthy diet. Caloric needs are increased with strenuous exercise.
Some young athletes spend two hours a day working out, plus weekend competitions.
They can quickly burn calories, but may not have the energy to eat enough. If your kids are looking thinner and missing meals at home, pay careful attention to how much they eat. Increase calories by providing healthy snacks, energy bars, high-calorie nutrition drinks, and evening snacks. The best-fueled athlete is the better athlete. Athletes who strive to be too thin lack energy, strength and stamina.