Domínguez R, Jesús-Sánchez-Oliver A, Cuenca E, Jodra P, Fernandes da Silva S, Mata-Ordóñez F. Nutritional needs in the professional practice of swimming: a review.
J Exerc Nutrition Biochem 2017;
21:1-10. [PMID:
29370667 PMCID:
PMC5772075 DOI:
10.20463/jenb.2017.0030]
[Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/16/2017] [Accepted: 12/21/2017] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
Abstract
[Purpose]
Swimming requires developing a high aerobic and anaerobic capacity for strength and technical efficiency. The purpose of this study was to establish the nutritional requirements and dietary strategies that can optimize swimming performance.
[Methods]
Several related studies retrieved from the databases, Dialnet, Elsevier, Medline, Pubmed, and Web of Science, through keyword search strategies were reviewed.
[Results]
The recommended carbohydrate intake ranges between 6-10-12 g/kg/d, protein 2 g/kg/d, and fat should surpass 20-25% of the daily intake.
[Conclusion]
Performance can be optimized with a hydration plan, as well as adequate periodization of supplements, such as caffeine, creatine, sodium bicarbonate, B-alanine, beetroot juice, Vitamin D, bovine colostrum, and HMB.
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