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Hey gal pals! Ever wondered how A’ja Wilson, our fave WNBA MVP and Women’s Health cover star, keeps her energy up to win back-to-back championships? Let’s spill the tea!…
Hey gal pals! Ever wondered how A’ja Wilson, our fave WNBA MVP and Women’s Health cover star, keeps her energy up to win back-to-back championships? Let’s spill the tea!
Turns out, it’s all about finding that perfect balance between leafy greens, Gatorade, and room-service chicken wings… but not in a blender (eww, gross). For A’ja, 29, who trains six days a week and plays every other day, fueling her body is key to dominating the court. “Fueling my body is very, very important,” she tells Women’s Health.
So while her sweet tooth might scream for strawberry shortcake (yum!), A’ja makes sure to load her plate with fruits, veggies, and protein too. Here’s what a typical day looks like:
Morning: A’ja starts her day right with a mix of sweet and savory. “My standard breakfast would have to be anything with syrup and a nice protein, probably like a turkey bacon,” she says.
💫 Lunch: For lunch, she typically opts for a sandwich, wrap, or burrito, paired with a smoothie that includes banana, spinach, pineapple, mango, and honey.
Lunch: For lunch, she typically opts for a sandwich, wrap, or burrito, paired with a smoothie that includes banana, spinach, pineapple, mango, and honey.
Dinner (a.k.a. “grub time”): Her chef whips up a meal that fills any nutritional holes without leaving A’ja too full before bed. “That could be a nice chicken breast—a grilled one, or even sometimes fried—making sure I have my greens in there and my carbs, as well,” she says, adding, “I’m a pasta girly. Give me some pasta.”
Snacks: A frequent snacker, A’ja supplements her meals throughout the day with things like protein bars, granola, cheeses, baked chips, and fruit bars.
A’ja sums it up: “You put out what you put in,” she says of her winning fuel formula. “If it’s right, and it has that balance, then you’re able to exert that energy.”
💫 So, what are your fave healthy snacks to keep you energized throughout the day.
Want more deets? Watch Fuel Like above to find out more about A’ja’s eating habits, including which celebrity she’d share a dinner table with if she had to eat rocks! So, what are your fave healthy snacks to keep you energized throughout the day? Let us know in the comments below!
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare professional before making any major changes to your diet or exercise routine. #EatLikeAJA #WNBAChampionFuel #HealthyHabits
❓ People Also Ask
What is the diet of WNBA MVP A’ja Wilson?
A’ja Wilson follows a balanced diet rich in proteins, complex carbs, and healthy fats to fuel her performance on the court.
How does A’ja Wilson maintain her energy levels during games?
To sustain her energy throughout WNBA games, A’ja Wilson consumes energy-boosting snacks like bananas and nuts between quarters.
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