Fueling Elite Fitness: What Do Top CrossFit Athletes Eat?

Emily-Bridgers-What-Do-Top-CrossFit-Athletes-Eat?

Do you think that it is possible to experience all the benefits delivered by CrossFit while just ignoring your diet? That’s never possible.  The top CrossFit athletes pay special attention towards what they eat.  Most of them follow specialized diet plans, which help them to get their desired results.

Just What do Top CrossFit Athletes Eat?

If you are looking to achieve fitness goals with CrossFit workouts, you should have a clear understanding about effective CrossFit dieting plans as well. WOD Fever gathered a round up of advice from top CrossFit athlete.

You can get inspiration and a lot of knowledge by going through these diet plans. As a result, you will be able to pick up a few tips and create your own CrossFit meal plan.

Danielle Sidell

  • CrossFit Regionals Athlete 2012 & 2014
  • CrossFit Games Athlete 2012

Danielle_Sidell_What_Do_CrossFit_Athletes_Eat

“I would describe it as simple, I don’t do anything special. I don’t avoid a whole lot of foods, I don’t stress over weighing out my food. I really just focus on taking in quality food sources, plenty of calories and stabilizing blood sugar. I want to maximize my workouts by getting the best recovery possible. I already have a very good idea of how much Macro’s are in most foods from changing up my diet so much in the past. So when I say 6 or 8 oz. of meat of sweet potatoes, I am not actually measuring it, but I would say its pretty accurate.” - Danielle Sidell

Nothing too complex - it comes down to a few staple rules. Simplicity often generates the best results while still ensuring proper nutrition.  CrossFit athletes tend to differentiate junk food from high quality food. Then they take necessary steps in order to stay away from junk food. Moreover, CrossFit athletes prefer to have a general idea about how much food they consume. This helps them to have a clear idea about the calories and nutrients that they gain out of their diet plan.

Emily Bridgers

  • CrossFit Regionals Athlete 2012 - 2017
  • CrossFit Games Athlete 2012 - 2017

Emily_Bridgers_What_Do_CrossFit_Athletes_Eat

“I may have more of an open approach than other Games athletes these days, in that I don’t follow anything specifically. When I started CrossFit, I tried to eat mostly Paleo, because that’s what everyone else in my gym was doing. But now that I’m competing and training all the time, I know I need to eat more carbohydrates and not just through [eating] fruits and vegetables.” – Emily Bridgers

As per the words of Emily, no specific diet plan is followed. Like many others, she began with a Paleo diet to end up with positive results. It doesn’t take a lot of effort for a person to follow a Paleo diet plan. When following a Paleo diet, you eliminate most processed foods in favor of healthier options.  This is best done through fresh meats, vegetables, rice, and legumes. Hence, you don’t have to worry about any negative side effects in the long run. Therefore, any CrossFit athlete can think about following a diet plan similar to Emily.

Chris Spealler

  • CrossFit Regionals Athlete 2009-2014
  • CrossFit Games Athlete 2007 - 2008, 2010 - 2014

Chris_Spealler_What_Do_CrossFit_Athletes_Eat

“Lots of the regular stuff. Mornings consisted of eggs, some sweet potatoes or some fruit. Sarah made me some Paleo pancakes one morning as well. While competing I ate things that sat well with lunch meat, Lara bars, some chicken salad from Whole Foods, and a Paleo kit here and there. Cashews and almond butter were easily accessible in by bag.   I was also taking recovery drinks from Progenex after each workout to keep myself feeling good. Night time we ate more consistent again.  Competitions were finishing late so I’d get back to the hotel and make some chicken and sweet potato or something similar, and go to bed. I didn't change much since I didn't want to disrupt my digestive system.  I think people get geeked out on their nutrition during competitions but I believe it's more important to stay consistent and not change things up too much and risk having your body respond differently than you are used to. I also drank a TON of water.  Partly because it's a nervous tick, but also because I notice a huge difference when I drink more water at long competitions.” - Chris Spealler

Chris offers plenty of valuable insight into an effective CrossFit diet.  It seems like Chris is paying special attention towards his breakfast. He consumes a lot of proteins and carbs early in the day. This provides Chris with energy needed for the day filled with intensive workouts. In addition, Chris is consuming a lot of recovery drinks. Even though it is not a must to consume recovery drinks, they provide an excellent assistance for Chris to repair his body after CrossFit workouts.

Alyssa Christian

Alyssa_Christian_What_Do_CrossFit_Athletes_Eat

"I don't like to feel heavy during my workouts, so I snack often on small things that pack loads of nutrients. Think nuts, Greek yogurt, or baby food pouches for a quick carbohydrate blast." — Alyssa Christian

If you feel heavy, won't be able to fully get into a WOD (and you might get a visit from good ol' Uncle Pukie). It would be wise to refrain from adding heavier foods, such as rice and bread, into your pre-WOD meal. Instead, stick with something simpler, such as yogurt and nuts like Alyssa.  You'll be able to maintain energy levels while not worrying about making it to a garbage can.  

So How Can You Eat Like a Top CrossFit Athlete?

A quick round-up from some of the top athletes in the game highlights a few key items.  Supplement your existing meal plan or start a new diet protocol following the advice of these CrossFit athletes?

Do you follow any of these guidelines?  

 In Summary:

  • Stick with Fresh, Non-Processed Foods
  • Don't Stress about Macros 
  • Eat a Strong Breakfast
  • Eat Light before a WOD

For more information on specific foods; check out these diet resources that align with the above summary:

 


WOD Fever

Motivation. Information. Preparation.

We want to make every WOD your best WOD.  

WOD Fever represents CrossFit athletes, weightlifters, bodybuilders, and anyone who has a "workout of the day".  Join our community and follow us for more WOD BOD Interviews, fitness news, training tips, and deals on gear.  


Liquid error (sections/article-template line 48): Could not find asset snippets/relatedblogs.liquid

334 comments

Your comment was posted successfully! Thank you!

  • https://www.honor.com/uk/club/topicdetail/123movi-swatch-am-i-racist-documentary-2024-full-movi-free-on-english/topicid-3621727322603521/
    https://www.honor.com/uk/club/topicdetail/watch-speak-no-evil-2024-fullmovie-freeonline-on-engsub/topicid-3620496189325312/
    https://boxoffice.outgrow.us/transformersone206-2
    https://boxoffice.outgrow.us/boxoffice-4
    https://transformerone.outgrow.us/transformerone-4
    https://speaknoevil8.outgrow.us/speaknoevil8-2
    https://movie2024.outgrow.us/movie2024-2
    https://amiracist889.outgrow.us/ucm8873-2
    https://sequelsmovie.outgrow.us/sequelsmovie-2
    https://pastelink.net/77cgus3w
    https://hackmd.io/4h8FK6MhQu6TB5R-nI_cwg
    https://wokwi.com/projects/376455861429986305
    https://paste.feed-the-beast.com/view/2b54b5cf
    https://yamcode.com/untitled-103578
    https://paiza.io/projects/T5ScErv43oKVoxuFCnmX_w
    https://pastebin.com/JGj2qv4q
    https://rentry.co/gibc7y2a
    https://issuu.com/amirah123/stacks
    http://paste.jp/de4147a6/
    https://www.turystyka.torun.pl/index.php
    https://e-petice.cz/petitions/petice-proti-tyranym-a-volne-pobihajicim-psum-v-obci-libouchec.html?comments-cid=163482&comments-up=0&do=comments-vote
    http://mminfo.mn/news/view/42161
    https://www.inviolabs.com/blogs/news/new-ipad-pro2018-usb-c-fast-charging-test?comment=129767112855#comments
    https://physiclo.com/blogs/news/tuesday-reviews-day-roundup-feb-2018?comment=135586349133#comments
    https://newsnviews.larsentoubro.com/Lists/Posts/Post.aspx?ID=831
    https://www.tyasuite.com/blog/post/procurement-software-for-small-business
    https://thespacestore.com/blogs/blog/cool-nasa-logos?srsltid=AfmBOoq_G9O_DFSgkMmoj-tnD6LGZxxwC1ZD5arhmGxHr4sduH2aE8HI
    https://www.plantnmore.com/ar/blogs/news/square-foot-gardening?comment=176638197994#comments
    https://www.fabrika-svitla.com.ua/ru/catalog/6-pidvisy/2304-nsb-96-3h60-135-96-3-51.html
    https://cafeliegeois.ca/fr/blogs/actualite-nouvelles-cafe-liegeois/85579523-les-cafes-du-monde-with-henri-paul-normandin-cimtl?comment=134831341657#comments
    https://kibblewatches.co.uk/blogs/news/seiko-5-sports-black-srpd79k1-seiko-5kx-unboxing-first-impressions?comment=137714860412#comments
    https://www.vidpaw.com/blog/download-youtube-happy-birthday-song.html
    https://skinphysics.com.au/blogs/skin-secrets/fight-pigmentation-sun-damage-this-summer?comment=141848150079#comments
    https://www.homerev.com/blogs/home-revolution/natural-cleaning-solutions?comment=135454949629#comments
    https://gitlab.pavlovia.org/samole/ddhrdh
    https://www.peugeotcentral.co.uk/forum-posting.html
    https://fr.micromentor.org/question/18936#add-answer
    https://www.gallantoro.com/de-de/blogs/gallantoro/why-keanu-reeves-is-the-most-loved-man-in-hollywood?comment=132513890537#comments
    https://archive.ncapaonline.org/thanks_please_share#gsc.tab=0
    https://diybook.at/comment/reply/927
    https://medicine.ju.edu.jo/Lists/ConfReg/AllItems.aspx?
    https://www.radiowarta.pl/artykul/16017,coraz-czesciej-mlodziez-siega-po-srodki-oduzajace
    https://www.bankier.pl/forum/wiadomosc-zapisana?post_id=68270525&obs=&emal=&st=1&thread_id=
    https://tech.io/snippet/kTn6d0X
    https://glot.io/new/ats
    https://paste.toolforge.org/view/f4763c08
    https://telegra.ph/dgbdxgbx-09-22
    https://bitbin.it/oxmODj39/
    https://paste.ee/p/zXish
    https://justpaste.it/a2sno
    https://homment.com/7dsBTOvwOpwWTaIj375n
    https://sloan.ucr.edu/
    https://www.accessoryconcierge.com/blogs/news/16069924-give-back?comment=138890412339#comments
    https://www.sjchs.org/cancer/therapies/research-clinical-trials/cancer-registry/clinical-trails
    https://bpo.gov.mn/content/721
    https://www.fenda.co.kr/asset/bbs/board.php?bo_table=review&wr_id=9756&&page=71&#c_16805
    https://www.accessoryconcierge.com/blogs/news/16069924-give-back?comment=138890412339#comments
    https://bitbucket.org/santuy213/workspace/snippets/5qgjgo
    https://network.propertyweek.com/
    https://community.thoracic.org/
    https://community.goldencorral.com/
    https://communicators.ncsu.edu/
    https://www.akcie.cz/nazor?ID_TEMA=336&ID_NAZOR=395280#sel
    https://pastecode.io/s/2nhthdv7
    https://bitbin.it/oxmODj39/raw/
    https://rextester.com/SXFXO93340
    https://jsitor.com/evHOCAXo0z
    https://rift.curseforge.com/paste/d8113773
    https://www.taptap.io/post/8207544
    https://www.onlinegdb.com/
    https://jsfiddle.net/zhtsL2g6/
    https://etextpad.com/patnscflk6 

    dfgbn
  • I NEED A HACKER TO RECOVER MY LOST BTC/ETH/USDT/ GO TO OMEGA CRYPTO RECOVERY SPECIALIST

    How can I recover my stolen bitcoin from an investment scam?What is the best recovery company to help me recover my stolen Bitcoins?How to Hire a Hacker to Recover Stolen Crypto/Bitcoin?Can a hacked crypto be recovered?How can I recover my lost cryptocurrency within 24 hours?

    Cryptocurrency Scam Recovery // Recover Lost Funds // Crypto Investment Gone Wrong. How To  Hire A Hacker To Get Back  Stolen Crypto Coins // Hire A Hacker To Recover Lost Or Stolen Bitcoin/Nft  // Help I Can’t Access My USDT Account, Seems I Got Hacked // Bitcoin Recovery Expert Needed.

    Omega Crypto Recovery Specialist have got on board an energetic, dedicated, and skilled team that can recover your money, despite the complexities of a situation.

    Go to (omegarecoveryspecialist . c om)

    Mail ( omegaCryptos@consultant . c o m )
    Whatsapp  (+1) 251_(216) 64_66)

    Drew McWhite
  • I NEED A HACKER TO RECOVER MY LOST BTC/ETH/USDT/ GO TO OMEGA CRYPTO RECOVERY SPECIALIST

    How can I recover my stolen bitcoin from an investment scam?What is the best recovery company to help me recover my stolen Bitcoins?How to Hire a Hacker to Recover Stolen Crypto/Bitcoin?Can a hacked crypto be recovered?How can I recover my lost cryptocurrency within 24 hours?

    Cryptocurrency Scam Recovery // Recover Lost Funds // Crypto Investment Gone Wrong. How To  Hire A Hacker To Get Back  Stolen Crypto Coins // Hire A Hacker To Recover Lost Or Stolen Bitcoin/Nft  // Help I Can’t Access My USDT Account, Seems I Got Hacked // Bitcoin Recovery Expert Needed.

    Omega Crypto Recovery Specialist have got on board an energetic, dedicated, and skilled team that can recover your money, despite the complexities of a situation.

    Go to (omegarecoveryspecialist . c om)

    Mail ( omegaCryptos@consultant . c o m )
    Whatsapp  (+1) 251_(216) 64_66)

    Drew McWhite
  • I NEED A HACKER TO RECOVER MY LOST BTC/ETH/USDT/ GO TO OMEGA CRYPTO RECOVERY SPECIALIST

    How can I recover my stolen bitcoin from an investment scam?What is the best recovery company to help me recover my stolen Bitcoins?How to Hire a Hacker to Recover Stolen Crypto/Bitcoin?Can a hacked crypto be recovered?How can I recover my lost cryptocurrency within 24 hours?

    Cryptocurrency Scam Recovery // Recover Lost Funds // Crypto Investment Gone Wrong. How To  Hire A Hacker To Get Back  Stolen Crypto Coins // Hire A Hacker To Recover Lost Or Stolen Bitcoin/Nft  // Help I Can’t Access My USDT Account, Seems I Got Hacked // Bitcoin Recovery Expert Needed.

    Omega Crypto Recovery Specialist have got on board an energetic, dedicated, and skilled team that can recover your money, despite the complexities of a situation.

    Go to (omegarecoveryspecialist . c om)

    Mail ( omegaCryptos@consultant . c o m )
    Whatsapp  (+1) 251_(216) 64_66)

    Drew McWhite
  • I NEED A HACKER TO RECOVER MY LOST BTC/ETH/USDT/ GO TO OMEGA CRYPTO RECOVERY SPECIALIST

    How can I recover my stolen bitcoin from an investment scam?What is the best recovery company to help me recover my stolen Bitcoins?How to Hire a Hacker to Recover Stolen Crypto/Bitcoin?Can a hacked crypto be recovered?How can I recover my lost cryptocurrency within 24 hours?

    Cryptocurrency Scam Recovery // Recover Lost Funds // Crypto Investment Gone Wrong. How To  Hire A Hacker To Get Back  Stolen Crypto Coins // Hire A Hacker To Recover Lost Or Stolen Bitcoin/Nft  // Help I Can’t Access My USDT Account, Seems I Got Hacked // Bitcoin Recovery Expert Needed.

    Omega Crypto Recovery Specialist have got on board an energetic, dedicated, and skilled team that can recover your money, despite the complexities of a situation.

    Go to (omegarecoveryspecialist . c om)

    Mail ( omegaCryptos@consultant . c o m )
    Whatsapp  (+1) 251_(216) 64_66)

    Drew McWhite
  • I NEED A HACKER TO RECOVER MY LOST BTC/ETH/USDT/ GO TO OMEGA CRYPTO RECOVERY SPECIALIST

    How can I recover my stolen bitcoin from an investment scam?What is the best recovery company to help me recover my stolen Bitcoins?How to Hire a Hacker to Recover Stolen Crypto/Bitcoin?Can a hacked crypto be recovered?How can I recover my lost cryptocurrency within 24 hours?

    Cryptocurrency Scam Recovery // Recover Lost Funds // Crypto Investment Gone Wrong. How To  Hire A Hacker To Get Back  Stolen Crypto Coins // Hire A Hacker To Recover Lost Or Stolen Bitcoin/Nft  // Help I Can’t Access My USDT Account, Seems I Got Hacked // Bitcoin Recovery Expert Needed.

    Omega Crypto Recovery Specialist have got on board an energetic, dedicated, and skilled team that can recover your money, despite the complexities of a situation.

    Go to (omegarecoveryspecialist . c om)

    Mail ( omegaCryptos@consultant . c o m )
    Whatsapp  (+1) 251_(216) 64_66)

    Drew McWhite

Leave a comment