Feeding active kids - the junior Australian football playerThursday, June 11, 2015 - 2:31 PM

It is important for the junior footballer to eat well every day – not just on game day or before a carnival.

Active children need constant refuelling and cooling. Their nutritional needs are of great importance to their overall health, growth and development, as well as to their sporting performance.

The junior athlete will play better, for longer, and recover quicker from training and competition when well-nourished. The junior footballer, who is not getting enough total energy, may become tired, irritable and lethargic, and may even struggle to maintain interest and enjoyment in sport.

Download the free guide for parents, coaches and team managers here: Feeding active Kids - the junior Australian football player

This article was first posted on the AFL Community Club website