You’re the Hero. Here’s the Plan.
You’re a young hockey player—or a parent of one—navigating a summer schedule packed with strength training, team practices, and all-day hockey camps. And let’s be honest: if you don’t fuel right, energy dips, focus crashes, and performance suffers.
Good news: there’s a better way.
At Hardbody, we believe food is fuel—not a reward. And when used properly, it can be your secret weapon for faster recovery, consistent energy, and peak performance.
The Problem
Most youth athletes:
- Skip meals or under-eat during long days.
- Rely on sugary snacks or energy drinks.
- Feel sluggish halfway through training.
- Don’t understand what to eat and when.
You’re not alone—and it’s not your fault.
Busy schedules, limited access to food, and poor education around nutrition are to blame. That’s why we built this Busy Athlete Guide—to give young athletes the exact roadmap they need to fuel like a pro.
The Hardbody Solution
Let’s break it down.
The Game Plan
1. Start the Day Right: Pre-Training Fuel (Breakfast)
Eat 60–90 minutes before camp or lifting.
Example:
- 2 scrambled eggs + 1 slice sourdough toast + 1/2 banana
- Or: Greek yogurt + berries + honey + handful of dry oats
Key: Combine protein + carb
Avoid: High fat or heavy dairy right before training
2. Mid-Morning Snack (Between Lifting & Camp)
Quick fuel to bridge the gap.
Example:
- Rice Krispies Treat + 1/2 scoop whey protein + water
- LMNT or coconut water for electrolytes
Key: Fast carbs + hydration
Avoid: Salty chips, energy drinks, or nothing at all
3. Lunch at Camp (Post-Lift & Mid-Day Recovery)
Real food with real nutrients.
Example:
- Grilled chicken sandwich + applesauce + carrots
- Or: Ground beef, white rice, and cooked spinach in a thermos
Key: Easily digestible protein + carbs + veggies
Avoid: Fried foods, processed snacks
4. Pre-Practice Snack (Fuel the Ice)
30–60 minutes before practice.
Example:
- Banana + almond butter
- Or: Applesauce pouch + salted pretzels
Key: Light, easy carbs + sodium
Avoid: High-fiber bars or anything new
5. Post-Practice Recovery (Evening)
Repair muscles, refill energy.
Example:
- Ground turkey + sweet potatoes + green beans
- Or: Scrambled eggs + white rice + spinach
Add:
- 1 scoop ATP Labs whey protein + Glutamed + coconut water
Key: Protein + carb + hydration
Avoid: Skipping this meal due to fatigue
6. Bedtime Snack (Recovery While You Sleep)
Optional but ideal if you’re still hungry.
Example:
- Low-fat cottage cheese + honey
- Or: Greek yogurt + berries
Key: Slow-digesting protein
Avoid: Candy, cookies, or skipping due to being “too tired”
The Lifestyle 160 Connection
You train hard at Hardbody—but what about the other 160 hours in your week?
Lifestyle 160 means your nutrition, sleep, hydration, and recovery habits support your performance—not sabotage it.
This guide is your ticket to owning those 160 hours like a pro.
What’s at Stake?
When young athletes under-eat or eat poorly:
- Recovery is delayed
- Growth slows
- Injuries increase
- Confidence drops
But when you fuel correctly:
– Energy rises
– Focus sharpens
– Strength gains stick
– You feel like the athlete you were born to be
Take the Next Step
Parents, if you want your young athlete to maximize their training, avoid burnout, and perform at their best—this is where it starts.
Ask your coach about nutrition coaching
Add Visionary Meals to your camp days (use code HARDBODY)
Hardbody Isn’t Just Training—It’s a Lifestyle.
You bring the work ethic.
We’ll bring the system.
Let’s build high-performance habits for life.