Carbohydrates (CHO) are the primary energy source for your muscles and without them your performance will suffer.  Your body stores carbohydrates in limited amounts and that is why important to fuel with meals and snacks throughout the day.  The calories will keep your energy stores high so your muscles can tap into them during practice and competition.  

Easy grab and go backpack and locker snacks include granola bars, breakfast bars, fresh fruit or fruit cups in their own juices, raisins, dry cereal and granola, and my personal favorite: fig cookies.

Fuel On Tigers!
Christine Turpin, Sports Dietitian