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All major exam boards require knowledge of diet and nutrition and their effect on physical activity and performance.
Nutrition plays a critical role in sport because it directly affects performance, recovery and overall health. Athletes place greater demands on their bodies than non-athletes, so the right fuel and nutrients are essential. This article will break down some of the important key facts about nutrition, which, when understood by an athlete and their coach, can help maximise performance, improve sleep and recovery, promote long-term health and wellbeing, and ensure an athlete has everything they need to succeed.
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