THE IRFU ARE re-launching their Eat2Compete campaign for the new season that provides a wide range of nutrition advice aimed primarily at aspiring rugby players, but is equally applicable to anybody looking to get fit and stay fit.
The union conducted a survey of 738 people and found that 48% of people aged between 19 and 24 skip breakfast regularly, while 21% of 14-18 year olds go without the most important meal of the day – and 71% of that number do so three times a week.
So here’s IRFU nutritionist Nora Ní Fhlannagáin explaining why it’s worth making time to fuel yourself up for the day ahead.
Here's the IRFU's nutritionist explaining why you should always make time for breakfast
THE IRFU ARE re-launching their Eat2Compete campaign for the new season that provides a wide range of nutrition advice aimed primarily at aspiring rugby players, but is equally applicable to anybody looking to get fit and stay fit.
The union conducted a survey of 738 people and found that 48% of people aged between 19 and 24 skip breakfast regularly, while 21% of 14-18 year olds go without the most important meal of the day – and 71% of that number do so three times a week.
So here’s IRFU nutritionist Nora Ní Fhlannagáin explaining why it’s worth making time to fuel yourself up for the day ahead.
You can find more Eat2Compete nutrition advice from the IRFU here.
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