Ayurveda basics for athletes

Balance beats intensity Ayurveda teaches that peak performance comes from harmony — not just effort. When your training, food, and recovery align with your body type (dosha), you move cleaner, recover faster, and stay more consistent. Know your type Vata (Air & Space): Fast, creative, high energy — but prone to burnout. Train with rhythm, eat grounding foods, and prioritize warmth and rest. Pitta (Fire & Water): Driven, competitive, focused — but overheats easily. Balance intensity with cooling foods and calm environments. Kapha (Earth & Water): Strong, steady, enduring — but can stagnate. Stimulate metabolism with variety, heat, and dynamic workouts. Food as recovery Nutrition isn’t just fuel; it’s balance. Warm, cooked meals help digestion. Spices like ginger and turmeric support circulation and repair. Hydration matters more than supplements. The right meal at the right time can be the difference between fatigue and flow. Nature knows best Modern performance culture chases extremes. Ayurveda brings you back to the middle — where growth happens. Listen to your system. Move with the seasons. Eat what your body recognizes. The goal isn’t more — it’s balance.