π― Goal: Maintain steady energy during school, fuel up after lunch, and perform at your best after school (around 3β4 PM).
β° Morning β Breakfast (Fuel for the Day)
Eat by: 7:00β7:30 AM
Purpose: Start the day with energy β carbs + protein combo
Meal Ideas | Notes |
Oatmeal + Almond Butter + Banana | Β½β1 cup oats, drizzle of maple syrup or honey, Β½ banana sliced |
Eggs + GF Toast + Fruit | Scrambled eggs + gluten-free toast + apple slices or berries |
Smoothie (Banana + Berries + Plant Milk) | Add nut butter or plant protein powder for staying power |
Overnight Oats (prep night before) | Oats + chia seeds + plant milk + berries in a jar β grab and go |
Hydration: 16 oz water + pinch of sea salt or electrolyte drink (optional)
π Mid-Morning Snack (Optional)
Eat around: 10:00 AM
Snack Ideas | Notes |
Rice cake + almond butter | Light + energy boost |
GF Granola bar (low sugar) | Portable and balanced |
Banana or apple | Natural sugar for energy |
Handful of almonds or trail mix | Keep it light, avoid too much fat |
π Lunch β Light + Balanced
Eat by: 11:30 AMβ12:30 PM (depending on school schedule)
Goal: Fuel for your meet, not feel sluggish. Stick with carbs + lean protein + fruit/veggies.
Meal Ideas | Prep Tip |
Turkey Wrap (GF tortilla) + Fruit | Add spinach, hummus, side of grapes or apple slices |
Chicken + Rice Bowl + Veggies | Easy meal-prep; light seasoning |
Quinoa Salad + Chicken or Beans | Add olive oil, lemon, cucumbers |
GF Pasta + Veggies + Grilled Chicken | Make night before; eat cold or warm |
Smoothie + Rice Cakes (if appetite is low) | Blend with banana, berries, plant milk, and protein |
Hydration: 16 oz water at lunch β keep sipping throughout the afternoon.
πββοΈ Pre-Meet Snack (Right After School β 1 hour before race)**
Eat around: 2:30 PM β light carbs, low fat, low fiber
Purpose: Quick energy, avoid feeling heavy.
Snack Options | Notes |
Rice cakes + honey or almond butter | Fast energy, easy digestion |
Banana + small handful of almonds | Carbs + fat for staying power |
GF Granola bar + water | Keep it light! |
Applesauce pouch + GF pretzels | Easy carb source |
Dried mango + pumpkin seeds | Natural sugar + protein/fat |
Hydration: Sip water or electrolyte drink (8β12 oz) + small pinch of salt for hydration.
π₯ Between Races Snacks (If Multiple Events)
Quick energy bites for mid-meet:
Snack Ideas | When to Eat |
Dried fruit + nuts | 1 hour before next event |
Rice cake + honey | 30β45 min before event |
Applesauce pouch | 30 min before event |
Coconut water + GF pretzels | After first race, rehydrate + carb up |
Energy bite (oats + honey + PB) | Light, portable, great between races |
π After Final Event β Recovery Snack
Eat within 30β60 min post-race
Snack Ideas | Why It Helps |
Smoothie (Protein + Fruit + Plant Milk) | Rebuild muscles + antioxidants for recovery |
Turkey Wrap or Rice Bowl | Carbs + protein to refuel glycogen stores |
GF Granola Bar + Fruit + Water | Light but effective if eating dinner soon after |
π Grocery List for DUAL MEET PREP
Carbs | Protein | Fruits/Veggies | Hydration |
Rice cakes | Turkey slices | Bananas | Water bottle (refillable) |
GF granola bars | Grilled chicken | Apples | Electrolyte packets |
GF pretzels | Plant protein powder | Berries (fresh/frozen) | Coconut water (optional) |
Oats (overnight oats) | Almond/peanut butter | Dried mango/dates | |
Quinoa or rice | Hummus | Spinach or salad mix |
π Tips for Dual Meet Day
- π Fuel early. Snack light after lunch to avoid racing on a full stomach.
- π§ Hydrate Friday night + meet day β aim for clear pee by meet time!
- π½οΈ Donβt try new snacks on meet day β stick with what works.
- π₯Ά Use an insulated lunch bag or cooler for fresh, chilled food.
- π¦ Pack night before = no stress, better prep!