Junior Cricketer's Nutrition Guide

By Tanya Burton

Cricket is a stop-start sport that demands endurance, explosive power, and sharp decision-making-often for 6-8 hours in the heat. This practical, evidence-based guide by qualified nutritionist Tanya Burton shows developing cricketers (ages 13-18), plus their parents and coaches, exactly how to fuel for performance, recover faster, and build strong long-term habits.

Inside, you'll learn the fundamentals that matter most for junior cricket: smart carbohydrate timing, protein targets for growth and repair, hydration strategies for long matches, and key micronutrients like iron that support energy and focus. You'll also get clear match-day guidance-from pre-match meals and snacks to lunch-break refuelling, in-game top-ups, and a simple post-match recovery plan.

This guide includes ready-to-use tools and examples to make nutrition easy to apply, including:

Match-day meal plan examples and tournament scenariosHydration guidance, sweat-rate calculation, and electrolyte comparisonsQuick recovery options and "what to eat when" timing tipsPantry staples, shopping lists, and meal-timing templatesA smart, safety-first approach to supplements and sports integrity

Whether you're aiming to play your best this season or building the foundations for future performance, this book helps you turn everyday food into a competitive advantage.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1764499476
• ISBN13: 9781764499477
• Release Date: February 2026
• Publisher: Hashtech Solutions
• Length: 58 Pages
• Weight: 0.26 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"
• Age Range: 13 to 18 years
• Grade Range: Grade 8 to Postsecondary