The importance of sports nutrition cannot be understated.  Good nutrition lays the foundation for long term success, injury prevention, and optimal health status. 

Active individuals have higher than average nutritional needs regardless of their levels of competition. Without sound nutrition, the physical benefits of training may be reduced, and recurrent injuries and illness may impact on the progression and career longevity of an athlete.  

Suboptimal nutrition may impact directly on training performance and recovery and leave the athlete susceptible to other complications. 

Nutritient deficiencies, anaemia, insomnia, fatigue, reduced stress tolerance, recurrent infections, athlete burn-out, bone issues, hormonal dysregulation and gastrointestinal distress are common issues linked to poor nutrition.