Image source: bejazzyfit.com Roger Wolfson is a retired physical educator who continues to help people reach their health and fitness goals. A huge part of his approach involves educating people about proper nutrition. For today, Roger Wolfson asks the question “How does nutrition affect athlete performance?” While it is obvious that sports nutrition plays a significant role in the performance of athletes, in order to maximize its benefits, one has to have a clear grasp of at least the basics of it. For instance, knowing the roles of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats will help a person know the kind of meals he or she needs to prepare when in training and competition. Without enough fluid and carbs, athletes will get exhausted pretty quickly. Without adequate protein, Roger Wolfson explains that athletes’ muscles won’t recover and develop to their full potential. Image source: slideplayer.com It’s also important to note that athletes include vitamins and minerals in thei...