Intake should be individualized based on body composition and weight goals. Recommended intake is between 5 and 7 g/kg/d. Recommended intake is between 1.2 and 1.7 g/kg/d.
The remainder of kcals should be consumed as fat with an emphasis on heart-healthy fats.
COMMON NUTRITIONAL CONCERNS
Making Weight As with any sport that has weight categories, rapid reduction of body weight, including extreme methods such as fasting, fl uid restriction, or semi-starvation, may be an issue. Rapid weight loss is more likely to be detrimental to performance than gradual weight loss. A weight-loss plan must allow for suffi cient carbohy- drate and protein to support training.
Nutrient Intake T e consumption of nutrient-dense foods is important, especially if energy intake is restricted. Meal timing and adequacy of intake during meets (multiple bouts during one day) should be addressed.
Fluid Intake Dehydration is a daily concern. Fluid loss should be balanced with fl uid intake. If an athlete uses dehydra- tion to lose weight, restoration of fl uid and electrolyte balance is critical.