Tips on preparing food for weekend sports
To help with the weekend sport rush, here are a few tips to fuel your kids up with healthier food on sports day.
This page is part of the Healthier Choices Canberra campaign.
Fuelling up in the morning
Choose wholegrain breads and cereals, include some fruit and milk or yogurt, such as:
- cereal with chopped fruit and milk
- muesli with fresh fruit and yoghurt
- baked beans on wholegrain toast
- fruit smoothie - try adding a weetbix or handful of quick oats
- wholegrain toast with peanut butter and banana slices.
After the game
Choose wholegrain breads, include some protein and veggies, such as:
- grilled chicken breast on a roll with salad
- toasted sandwich - get creative
- hot soup with toast
- pasta with tomato-based sauce and grated cheese
- veggie stir-fry with rice or noodles
- salad wrap with lean meat, hummus, cheese or egg.
Water is the original energy drink
Drink water before, during and after sport.
Remember to bring a drink bottle.
Halftime snacks
Fruit and water are the best choice for halftime snacks.
Find out more about halftime snacks.