Greek yogurt is a great source of protein. Add chopped fresh fruit or dried fruit to the yogurt for the carbohydrate source. Pretzels and string cheese. Pretzels provide carbs and extra sodium to help replenish what athletes lose while sweating.Dec 16, 2014
What is a good half time snack for football players?
- Fruit. Bananas, oranges, pineapple and berries are light options packed with carbs.
- Applesauce. ...
- Dried fruit. ...
- White bread or bagel. ...
- Gels. ...
- Sports drinks.
What is good for football players to eat?
- Whole Grains: oatmeal, 100% whole wheat bread, whole wheat or corn tortillas, whole wheat pasta, brown rice, and low sugar cereals containing at least 5g of protein per serving.
- Fruit: fresh whole fruit including apples, pears, bananas, melon, pineapple, cantaloupe.
What do athletes eat for snacks?
- Apple or banana slices and peanut butter.
- Whole-grain crackers and cheese.
- Carrot and celery sticks with dressing.
- Cottage cheese or yogurt with fresh or canned fruit.
- Energy bars, breakfast bars, or granola bars.
What do NFL players eat for snack?
For a snack, peanut butter and jelly sandwiches are popular among NFL players. Beef jerky is also a favorite, while some players prefer almonds and fruit. Most football players get in four protein-packed snacks per day, to keep their energy up.Apr 6, 2020