7 Nutrition Tips to increase your performance

There’s a reason why Popeye ate his spinach...because vegetables are a great source of fibre, water and nutrients, all essential to the body for optimal performance and recovery. Salads are no longer the limp lettuce of times past; with the rise in awareness of healthy eating Chef’s these days are creating exceptional dishes from vegetables that are sure to make your mouth water, just check out our Themis salad bar!

Drinking water is not only essential for proper brain function but also to maintain your body’s temperature control, increase energy levels, increase satiety and boost metabolic effect.

I’m not just talking about the teaspoon in your cup of tea, the amount of hidden sugars in packaged foods is actually quite frightening. With sugar being linked to many lifestyle conditions such as obesity and Type 2 diabetes you really should be checking the packaging of all foods for added sugars.

Protein is the essential building block of muscle, whether you’re looking to get stronger, increase power or loose weight, protein should be included in your diet to help the body repair, grow and function properly.

How many times have you intended to get to the gym but just don’t have the energy or are too hungry. Aligning your food to ensure you have sufficient energy for a great session and promoting recovery with what you eat afterwards is essential to get the best out of the workout.

Pre workout carbohydrates help you sustain performance whilst post workout they are essential for repair and refuelling the muscles. Why not try the breakfast of champions... porridge with a drizzle of Pennyhill Park honey!

Keep your meals varied and interesting to keep you on track, if your diet is boring you’re unlikely to stick to it.