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40 year old player getting back on the ice after 15 years off. My endurance is definitely what needs the most work! That said, I've noticed that in some games I'm still charging hard in the 3rd period while in other games I'm literally gassing out in the 1st!! I'm wondering if that swing in energy levels has to do with what/when/how I ate/drank the day of the game or even right up to the game. What are some tips on game-day diet? I heard a goalie tell me to pound Gatorade an hour before the game & drink water during. I've heard others talk about energy drinks before games, but drink lots of water during games to keep from crashing. Other thoughts/ideas? THANKS!

Hydrate during the day. Complex carbs at lunch. Very light at dinner at least 3-4 hours before.

Everyone is different. I need to eat solid food 2 hours b4 a game. A friend of mine won't eat 6 hours before a game. Definitely drink water during the day of a game.