The best and worst ways to get the performance edge
Athletes searching for a performance edge often attempt to lose weight with the hope that their newfound body composition will improve their strength and speed. Unfortunately, many athletes try to achieve this goal in ways that may jeopardize their overall performance and their immune function.
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Here, sports nutrition dietitian Kate Patton, MEd, RD, CSSD, LD, shares tips on how to safely and effectively achieve weight loss while maintaining top athletic performance.
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