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Sports Nutrition

Sports and performance nutrition

Evidence-based fuelling for training, strength, endurance and recovery, whether you compete or simply train seriously.

Training hard without the right nutrition can leave you tired, slow to recover or more prone to injury. At the same time, much sports nutrition advice online is driven by supplement marketing rather than evidence.

Hamna helps you match food to your training: what to eat and when, how much protein and carbohydrate you need, and how to recover well. Advice is grounded in evidence, with supplements considered only where there is a clear reason.

Who this is for

This service may be right for you if:

  • You train regularly in the gym, on the field or on the road
  • You compete in a sport and want to fuel training and competition well
  • You want to build strength or muscle in a healthy way
  • You often feel tired, under-recovered or low on energy during training
  • You are unsure which supplements, if any, are worth taking

How assessment works

  1. 01

    Training load

    Your sport, training schedule, intensity and goals.

  2. 02

    Current intake

    Meals, timing around training, hydration and supplements.

  3. 03

    Body composition

    Where helpful, measurements to set a starting point and track change.

  4. 04

    Health and recovery

    Energy levels, sleep, injuries and any medical considerations.

What your plan includes

  • Daily eating pattern matched to training and rest days
  • Pre-, during- and post-training fuelling
  • Protein and carbohydrate guidance in everyday food terms
  • Hydration guidance, including for hot weather
  • An evidence-based view of supplements

What to expect

A note of your weekly training schedule is helpful.

Follow-ups adjust your plan around training phases, competitions and progress.

Research & evidence

Hamna completed the workshop "Maximizing Muscle Strength, Endurance & Recovery" at the University of Management & Technology in 2025.

All research

Common questions

Do I need protein powder?
Many people can meet their protein needs from food. A supplement may be convenient in some situations, and this will be discussed based on your needs.
Is this only for athletes?
No. It is for anyone who trains regularly and wants nutrition to support their training and recovery.
Can you help with making weight for a competition?
Safe approaches to weight-category sport can be discussed. Rapid or extreme weight cutting is not supported.
Do you work with teams or academies?
Yes, group sessions and workshops are available for teams, academies and gyms. See Seminars & Workshops.

Clinical review & references

Clinical review by Hafiza Hamna Mushtaq, Registered Dietitian & Nutritionist (AHPC REG-20250614-257481). Last reviewed: date Hamna reviews this page

General information only; your plan depends on your results, medicines and other conditions. Medical disclaimer

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