What type of training and nutrition should I follow as a masters athlete?

For master's athletes focusing on training and nutrition, it's important to address both physical exertion and cognitive demands. Training can lead to mental fatigue, making it difficult to focus later in the day. This occurs because both physical and cognitive challenges require proper fueling, especially with carbohydrates like glucose, to maintain mental performance and physical recovery.

Athletes often overlook the mental demands of skill work, assuming that lower intensity means less need for refueling. However, proper nutrition is crucial not just for physical exertion but also for cognitive tasks involved in training. Utilizing a nutrition strategy similar to fueling for physical training can help sustain both mental and physical performance 1.

Andrew Huberman and Dr. Duncan French discuss the importance of balancing nutrition and training intensity, emphasizing that both the mind and body need adequate recovery resources. This approach helps maintain overall performance levels, which is especially important for master's athletes who may experience different recovery and energy management needs compared to younger athletes.