what you do to support your body off the field matters just as much as the effort you put into your daily workouts.
Athletes put so much time and energy into practice and physical training for their sport.
Sleep, hydration, and nutrition provide your body with the tools that you need to recover and reduce stress.
Nutrition: You are what you eat
Proper nutrition not only has a noticeable impact on your sports performance, but also greatly affects your mood.
Alcohol and Substance Use in Athletes
Alcohol and other substances manipulate the way your brain operates. Frequent and long term alcohol and drug use can lower your mood, increase your emotional state.