🔥 The Football Nutrition Starter Pack

 

For parents worried their footballer doesn’t eat enough — but still needs to grow, train, and perform.

 

If your child is a fussy eater, skips meals, isn’t hungry, or you’re constantly wondering “is this enough?” — this is where I recommend starting.

This Starter Pack gives you clarity, structure, and reassurance, without food battles, force-feeding, or complicated plans. 

 

👉 This is not a diet.
👉 This is not about perfect eating.
👉 This is about making sure your footballer is fuelled properly — even when appetite is low. 

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😟 “I’m worried my child doesn’t eat enough…”

 

This is one of the most common things parents tell me.

  • “They’re such a fussy eater”

  • “They barely eat before training”

  • “Medication kills their appetite”

  • “They’re small compared to others”

  • “I don’t know what the right foods are”

  • “I’m just guessing and hoping it’s enough”

And here’s the important part:

👉 This does not mean you’re failing as a parent.
👉 It means you need a clearer strategy.

Most footballers don’t need more pressure.
They need smarter fuelling when appetite is low.

✅ What this Starter Pack actually helps with

 

This Starter Pack is designed to help parents:

✔ Know what actually matters when intake is low
✔ Stop stressing over every meal
✔ Get more fuel in without food battles
✔ Support growth and development
✔ Improve energy and recovery — even with small appetites
✔ Feel confident they’re doing the right thing

All without:

  • forcing food

  • counting calories

  • restricting foods

  • turning meals into arguments

🧠 Why fussy eating is so common in footballers 

 

Young footballers often struggle to eat because:

  • training suppresses appetite

  • nerves reduce hunger

  • busy schedules disrupt routines

  • growth demands are high

  • medication affects intake

The solution isn’t “make them eat more”.

The solution is choosing the right foods, at the right times, in the right way — so even small amounts still do the job.

That’s exactly what this Starter Pack teaches.

🔍 How this works (simple & realistic) 

Step 1 — Remove the confusion

Understand what a footballer actually needs to grow, recover, and perform — without overwhelming nutrition rules.

Step 2 — Prioritise high-impact foods

Learn which foods matter most when your child won’t eat large portions.

Step 3 — Fuel training & matchdays properly

Clear guidance on what to eat:

  • before training

  • on matchday

  • between games

  • after sessions

Even when appetite is low.

Step 4 — Support recovery & growth

Because growth doesn’t just come from eating “more” — it comes from fuelling consistently and strategically.

💥 What’s Inside the Football Nutrition Starter Pack

You get the fundamentals every footballer needs to start fuelling properly:

Part 1 – What actually matters for football energy & growth

  • The Role of Nutrition in Football Performance

  • Macronutrients & Micronutrients Overview

  • Common Myths & Misconceptions

Part 2 – How to fuel properly without overthinking food

  • Fuelling with Carbohydrates

  • Optimising Protein

  • Layering in Fats

  • Micronutrients for Footballers

You’ll get lifetime access to practical, parent-friendly resources, including:

  • 🏟️ Matchday Meal Guide

  • 🍌 Fuel Like a Pro – 20 Pregame Snack Ideas
    (ideal for low appetite & fussy eaters)

  • 🔁 Post-Training Recovery Guide

  • Hydration & Sweat Rate Toolkit

  • 🧂 Electrolyte Drink Recipes

  • 🥗 Macronutrients Made Simple

  • 🥦 Micronutrients for Growth & Performance

  • 💊 Supplement Guide (what helps vs what’s unnecessary)

  • 😴 Weekly Sleep Tracker

  • 🔄 Off-Season Fuel Guide

Everything is designed so you can apply it immediately, without needing to “study nutrition”.

 

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👨‍👩‍👧 Who this is for

This Starter Pack is ideal if:

✔ Your child is a fussy eater
✔ Appetite is low or inconsistent
✔ You’re worried they’re not eating enough
✔ Growth or size concerns are on your mind
✔ Training loads are increasing
✔ You want clarity, not conflicting advice

If food feels stressful right now — this is for you.

⭐ Client Reviews

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Emma

Parent

Evie's energy, attitude and focus is noticeably different. It has really boosted her confidence.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

James

FIFA U20 World Cup Player & MLS NextGen

Feeling good. Proper fuelled! I am not fatiguing at all. 

Feeling more energetic in training.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Evelyn

Ex A-League Women's Player

I cannot believe how quickly I started to feel good. The meal plan was so easy to follow too. I feel amazing!

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Nicole

Played in US/Ireland & Australia

After the first week, I broke my high-speed metres record and total match distance!

👋 Meet Your Football Nutrition Coach

Craig Evans — Sports Nutritionist

Founder of The Football Nutritionist

✔ Helped 400+ players fuel properly
✔ Works with elite players, academies & youth programs
✔ Host of The Football Feast podcast
✔ Known for simple, football-first nutrition systems
✔ Based in Australia, specialising in elite development

This isn’t theory — it’s what I use daily with real players.

Frequently Asked Questions

🟢 Start with clarity — not pressure

If you’re worried your footballer doesn’t eat enough, this Starter Pack gives you a clear, calm place to start.

🔥 Get the Football Nutrition Starter Pack