Tag Archives: Rugby childrens nutrition

Half-Pint Scrum-halves

Posted on March 20, 2011 by Matt Lovell

Eating for energy! Day to Day If you’re an active kid, the most important thing to think about is a little 3-letter-word; N.R.G – ENERGY!! You need to make sure that you get enough energy to support your body growing … Continue reading →

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Nutrition for Young Adult Rugby Players

Posted on March 17, 2011 by Matt Lovell

Teenage Kicks – Nutrition for Young Adult Rugby Players Eating for energy Day to Day If you’re still growing and maturing while playing sport, the most important thing to your nutrition is maintaining energy levels and micronutrient (vitamin and mineral) … Continue reading →

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Why eat Organic?

Posted on March 10, 2011 by Matt Lovell

Why Eat Organic? Government figures suggest that up to a quarter of the foods we eat may contain detectable pesticide residues, and that around one in 100 foods contain more than the legally allowable level. Pesticides are contributed by many … Continue reading →

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Youth Nutrition Starter Plan

Posted on February 6, 2011 by Matt Lovell

Matt offers some nutrition advice to young players and parents. Continue reading →

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Natural Sports Nutrition – No Brainers

Posted on September 5, 2010 by Matt Lovell

Fish Oil Of all the supplements that I recommend to my clients (athletes and non-athletes) the first choice is always Fish Oil. Fish oil is the panacea of life – there’s not much it can’t or won’t do in the … Continue reading →

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What should I eat?

Posted on February 18, 2010 by Haydn Walker

What Should I Eat? Sean is an eighteen year old Academy player with ambtition to become a full time player he asks Ruckingball.com the following question. “I play for an Academy team and try to combine my playing and training … Continue reading →

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Magnesium: Dietary sources

Posted on February 17, 2010 by Matt Lovell

Food Name Magnesium per 100 g Seeds – Pumpkin/Squash – Dried 535 mg Cereal – 100% Bran 473 mg Seeds – Sunflower – Dried 353 mg Seeds – Sesame – Dried – Whole 351 mg Cereal – Wheat Germ – … Continue reading →

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