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What to eat before basketball practice for good energy and strength?

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Dr. Ryan Phasouk answered

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Pregame: A meal right before basketball practice should contain a mixture of simple and complex carbohydrates. This should help give you the energy you need right away, while keeping some reserves for the later part of your workout. All the best!

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Answered 3/25/2014

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