Bad fuel can make an engine shut down or under-perform.  Same goes for what a swimmer puts in his or her mouth!  Read the attached articles for a good overview of nutrition basics for athletes and feeding the body in recovery.

 

Nutritional Cheat Sheet Part 1:

Nutritional Cheat Sheet Part 2:

Ultimate Guide to Swimmer Nutrition

Breakfast & Recovery Strategies for Swimmers:

5 Bad Eating Habits Swimmers Must Break: