Do you ever think about what you’re eating before or after an important tournament? Do you find yourself snacking on biscuits, crisps, sandwiches? Have you become reliant on caffeine or sugar? It is essential to stay alert throughout chukkas as polo is about making quick decisions and reacting rapidly during fast play so maintaining high energy levels through the correct nutrition is a great place to start. At Chukka Wellness we understand that during the busy polo season it can be difficult to find the time to cook healthy meals so we thought we would provide you with a few quick and easy suggestions.
Pre/Post Chukka Snacks The following snacks are packed full of goodness and can be chucked in the horse lorry to eat later on in the day! We recommend snacking on these in the hours running up to your chukkas to reduce the risk of falling blood sugar levels which can lead to low energy levels and an increased desire for a sugary snack.
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Banana
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Handful of nuts
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Peanut butter
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Fruit
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Olives
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Protein bar
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Protein shake
Staying Hydrated No this doesn’t mean drinking lots of Redbull or coffee, it means sipping on water throughout the day. However, during a busy day of chukkas you may need something a little more than just water.
