Stop the Guesswork: Exactly What to Feed Your Young Tennis Player and When
A 28 page practical, parent guide with checklists, snack ideas and match day plans to help your child to build steady energy, sharp focus and faster recovery.
Weekend tournaments, school runs, late training slots, it's hectic and guesswork usually leads to energy dips, cramps or tears. This guide aims to remove the stress, with clear, practical answers: what to pack, when to eat, how much to drink and exactly what to do between back to back matches.
No fads. No complicated science. Just simple steps that work.
What Will I Get?
- Clear timing plans
- On court routines
- Snack and meal ideas - quick, familiar and tournament friendly.
- Hydration strategies and measures. When is only water not enough?
- Back to back match plan
- Templates and checklists
- Age specific pointers for ages 7-18 years old.
Outcome for your child: steadier energy, better focus, fewer lows, quicker recovery.
Outcome for you: less stress, no last minute panics, a simple plan.
Who Is It For?
- Parents of tennis players aged 7-18 years old.
- Families who want simple, practical fuelling, not fancy supplements.
- Busy households who need grab and go ideas that will support performance.
Imagine this...
- You leave early packed and ready - no petrol station panic.
- Your child understands what to nibble every changeover, without you prompting.
- No energy crash in set 2. Post match snack sorted within minutes.
Why This Guide?
- Evidence informed & parent tested.
- Habits and consistency not perfection.
- Written by a player, coach and registered nutritionist.
Fuelling Young Tennis Players | A Parent Guide
Is this suitable for all abilities?
Yes. Whether your child is new to tournaments or plays regularly, the basics of timing, hydration, and simple snacks apply to everyone.Do I need to buy supplements or branded drinks?
No. The guide shows when water is enough and when a simple electrolyte solution helps and includes a homemade sports drink recipe.My child is fussy—will this still work?
Yes. The guide prioritises familiar foods and provides multiple options for each timing window.What if we only have 30 minutes between matches?
There is a turnaround table that shows exactly what to do for 30 / 60 / 90 minutes.Can coaches/clubs share this with their parents?
Ask about the Coach/Club licence for internal distribution.Is it printable?
Yes. The checklists and logs are designed to print or save on your phone.