Nutrient Timing for the Tactical Athlete

Tactical Athletes should have a strategic approach to their dietary needs. When should the military member eat, what should the meal be, and how much should be consumed are all important questions when considering the caloric needs to optimize human performance in a tactical environment. Before during and after training; the nutrient and caloric needs are varied but unfortunately only the most elite military units are given any training or direction on optimum nutrient timing and consumption regimen. Besides timing nutrition around training it is important to optimize nutrition for missions which is when performance really matters. Breaking down the times to eat and what to eat can be simplified by pre exercise, during exercise and post exercise as well as types of nutrients required.