In the ongoing T20 World Cup series in Australia, Suryakumar Yadav of the Indian team is creating a feast for the Indian fans with his action-packed batting. Like AB de Villiers, the South African player is surprising by hitting boundaries and sixes all over the four sides. In this case, we can see the diet methods followed by him in this collection.
Planning in Diet:
It’s safe to say that dieting, low carbs and extra caffeine keep Suryakumar Yadav reaching the top in less travel. Proper planning has enabled Suryakumar to spin and play from all angles. And changing eating habits is one of his biggest achievements beyond sports.
Famous T20 batter dietician and nutritionist Swetha Bhatia advises Suryakumar on his body and game planning. “We have been working with him since last year. He has seen improvement in his physical appearance and build. I helped him reframe his understanding of sports nutrition,” said Bhatia.
5 Key Features:
Bhatia says that Suryakumar’s diet is based on 5 aspects.
“Firstly, increasing performance in both training and competition.
Second and most important, it helped him maintain body fat within the athletic zone (12-15%).
Thirdly, the diet should provide the body with the energy it needs.
Fourth, avoid frequent appetite-stimulating foods.
Lastly, physical recovery is the most important thing for an athlete.
Amount of Carbohydrates:
Carbohydrate intake was reduced to increase Surya’s activity. “Recent research shows how performance built through a low-carbohydrate program can be maintained and improved,” he says.
Continuing, “Carbohydrates have been removed from Surya’s diet. Instead, add healthy fats like nuts and omega-3s. His diet consists of high-quality non-vegetarian proteins like eggs, fish and meat. Also dairy products and fibrous carbohydrates are added. Fluids and electrolytes are included in the diet as hydration is essential for an athlete.
Fluids and electrolytes are given according to competition and training period. Sports performance enhancing supplements are added before, during and after training. Supplements like proteins, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants are also included. “The fundamentals are changed every game,” he said.
Surya will not accept cheating on diet
“Suriya is very confident about his game and progress. So there is no cheating on meals. He dislikes junk food and comfort foods. If you watch Suriya’s growth over the past few years, you know how he maintains his body and stays fit. I think he is reaping the rewards of his hard work today,” says Bhatia.