What should a sprinter eat on race day?

Unlike some endurance athletes, sprinters don’t need to carbo-load with bread, potatoes, rice, pasta and cereals. Instead, protein – found in eggs, meat, fish, nuts, beans and dairy products – is perhaps the key dietary requirement.

What should you eat the day of a race?

Some good post-race food options are:
  • Chocolate milk.
  • Oatmeal topped with fresh fruit, honey, or almonds.
  • Hummus with carrot sticks or pita bread.
  • Chicken breasts with brown rice and vegetables.
  • A banana with peanut butter.
  • A sandwich with lean meats, eggs, or low-fat cheese.
  • Greek yogurt with granola and mixed berries.