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Access a variety of sources, such as professional journals and/or websites, textbooks, and news articles, regarding appropriate nutritional intake recommendations for athletes. Develop a pre- and post-sport activity meal plan for adolescent, young adult, middle age, and older adult athletes in contact and non-contact sports. Include in the meal plan carbohydrate loading, carbohydrate maintenance, protein loading, and nutritional needs for anaerobic versus aerobic exercise. Revise the plan as new information and circumstances arise.