Here are some tips and options for where you might eat and how to manage your nutrition at the TYR Pro Series in Irvine, California.
Here’s a summary of the key points to keep in mind:
- Shopping for Food: Before leaving home or after checking into your hotel, stock up on nutritious options, including snacks, vitamins, and hydration supplies.
- Trader Joe’s – Open 9am-9pm14443 Culver Dr, Irvine, CA https://locations.traderjoes.com/ca/irvine/37/?utm_source=gmb&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=local
- Ralphs – 14400 Culver Dr, Irvine, CA 92604 – ralphs.com
- Stretching Equipment: Pack rollers, massage guns, bands, and tennis balls for effective stretching and muscle recovery.
- Hydration: Consistently hydrate throughout the day, especially if you are not accustomed to Southern California’s climate. (https://www.amazon.com/shop/ericabeine)
- Sun Protection: Stay under the shade as much as possible and apply and reapply sunblock. Wearing sunglasses will also help protect your eyes from the sun. (https://www.amazon.com/shop/ericabeine)
- Meal Choices: Be mindful of your meal choices. Avoid heavy sauces, beans, corn, foods with excessive oil or added sugar, and soft drinks. Focus on proteins, fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.
- Fiber Intake: Be cautious with high-fiber foods like arugula, kale, and broccoli to avoid bloating, especially during a rested meet.
- Preferred Foods: Stick to your favorite nutritious options, such as avocados, chicken, pineapple, turkey, salmon, fish tacos, berries, carrots, asparagus, and PB&J sandwiches with no hydrogenated oils.
- Ordering Meals: Opt for ordering meals for pickup rather than ordering at the restaurant to save time and get more rest between sessions.
Restaurants close to the pool:
-Yard house -Open 11am-12am – 620 Spectrum Center Dr, Irvine, CA 92618 (949)753-9373 https://www.yardhouse.com/locations/ca/irvine/irvine-irvine-spectrum-center/8303?cmpid=br:yh_ag:ie_ch:loc_ca:YHGMB_sn:gmb_gt:irvine-ca-8303_pl:locurl_rd:1003
-Chipotle Mexican Grill– Open 10:30am-10pm731 Spectrum Center Dr, Irvine, CA 92618 (949)753-0554 https://locations.chipotle.com/ca/irvine/731-spectrum-center-dr?utm_source=google&utm_medium=yext&utm_campaign=yext_listings
-California Fish Grille– Open 11am-9pm13780 Jamboree Rd, Irvine, CA 92602(949)386-1980 https://www.cafishgrill.com/pages/menuhttps://www.cafishgrill.com/
-Rooted plant based plates – Open 11am-9:40pm 704 Spectrum Center Dr Suite 704, Irvine, CA 92618 https://www.doordash.com/store/rooted-plant-based-plates-irvine-2432957/
-Wahoo’s Fish Tacos – Open 11am-9pm715 Spectrum Center Dr, Irvine, CA 92618 (949)753-0251 http://www.wahoos.com/
-Brio Italian Grille – Open 11am-10pm 774 Spectrum Center Dr, Irvine, CA 92618 (949)341-0380 https://www.brioitalian.com/menu/dinner/embed/#?secret=3qoChVQKFS#?secret=ogVZIsPbslhttps://locations.brioitalian.com/us/ca/irvine/774-spectrum-center-dr?utm_source=google&utm_campaign=lgmb&utm_medium=organic&utm_content=local-listing&y_source=1_MTc1NjQ1MDAtNzE1LWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%3D
-Stacks Pancake HouseOpen 6:30am-2pm14421 Culver Dr, Irvine, CA 92604(949)679-1233Yes dine-in, drive-through, and deliveryhttp://places.singleplatform.com/stacks-pancake-house-3/menu?ref=googlehttp://stackspancakehouse.com/
-Urban PlatesOpen 11am-9pm3972 Barranca Pkwy N, Irvine, CA 92606(949)387-2600 –https://urbanplates.com/menu/irvine/
– Stonefire Grille (meats) Open 11am-8pm 3966 Barranca Pkwy, Irvine, CA 92606 (949)777-1177 http://stonefiregrill.com/menu/http://www.stonefiregrill.co
By following these guidelines, you’ll have a better chance of performing at your best during the meet while maintaining your energy levels and staying comfortable. Good luck, and have a successful and enjoyable competition!
