AFL players are well known for some weird superstitions and game day habits. Whilst a player might believe their lucky pair of jocks will help them kick straight, when it comes to nutrition they leave little room for luck – making sure they eat the right foods to help them perform for the entire game.
Have a look at what our ambassadors eat to ensure they are at their peak during the match.
Scott Pendlebury | Marc Murphy | Daniel Hannebery | |
Before Game | 4 pancakes, with lemon and sugar | Weetbix and skim milk | 3 Weetbix, muesli and skim milk |
During Game | 1 – 2 Energy gels a quarter | Energy gels and chews | 2 Energy gels, Hydrolite sachets in water and a banana |
After Game | Pasta or stir fry (high carbohydrate, high protein and low fat) | Lean chicken/beef burger, lots of water and a muffin | Milk and protein powder. Low fat chicken pizza. Pasta or meat and vegetables 2 hours later |