10 Golf World 10 Golf WorldAugust 2017PREPARATION
Plan your
nutrition and
hydration
Keeping your energy levels
high is important not just for
having the physical strength
to complete 18 holes over a
four-hour period but also for
your concentration, which
can be adversely affected if
you allow yourself to
become dehydrated. Your
own, personal nutritional
needs and eating plan will
vary according to your
scheduled tee time, but you
should always carry some
snacks that include good
sources of protein and
carbs, as well as several
small bottles of water. In
addition, it’s always a good
idea to have a couple of
bananas in your bag and
some dark chocolate for a
quick energy boost. Take
a couple of sips of water
on every tee as well as a
couple of bites of a
protein bar.RECIPE
You can buy protein bars in your local
supermarket, of course, but if you make your
own you become more vested in the
preparation process and in turn are more likely
to commit to a more effective eating plan.
Here is my preferred recipe.HOW TO MAKE YOUR
OWN PROTEIN BARS
2 TBSP OF
AGAVE SYRUPHANDFUL OF
CRANBERRIES1 SCOOP OF
COCONUT1 SCOOP OF
FLAKED ALMONDS1 SCOOP OF
MILK
Q Mix the ingredients
together and push into
a small baking tray.
Q Place in the fridge
to harden.
Q Cut into square or
rectangular bars, wrap
in foil and keep in
the fridge.7