Next Level Skiing Allen Tran: Building an Athlete, One Meal at a Time
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Dec 17, 2019 Allen Tran, a high-performance dietitian and chef for the US Ski Team, transforms regular meals into power-boosting foods for athletes. He discusses how to tailor nutrition to individual needs, emphasizing the importance of meal timing and avoiding dehydration at high altitudes. Allen also shares insights on the challenges of maintaining athletes’ dietary preferences while traveling and the balance of nutrients required for optimal performance. Plus, he offers tips on convenient snacks and the psychological benefits of comfort foods in an athlete's diet.
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Use Slow And Fast Fuels Strategically
- Use slow-burning foods like peanut butter sandwiches for long hill sessions and fats for sustained energy.
- For short high-power efforts choose fast carbs like bananas, juices, gels, or warm cider with honey.
Training Reveals On-Hill Nutrition Needs
- Train sessions reveal weaknesses you can fix before your ski trip, like needing mid-session snacks or more carbs.
- Translating training lessons to on-hill plans prevents energy crashes during long ski days.
Prioritize Sleep And Add Fats At Altitude
- On arrival prioritize sleep, reset schedules, and eat balanced meals high in carbs and protein for intense days.
- Add a bit more healthy fats at altitude like avocado, olive oil, nuts, or whole milk.