Herbalife Philippines, LA Galaxy highlight role of nutrition in sports performance

Herbalife Philippines, LA Galaxy highlight role of nutrition in sports performance

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Herbalife Philippines ends the year on a high note as it welcomes five-time Major League Soccer champions LA Galaxy.

Tuloy Foundation has been a partner of Herbalife Nutrition Foundation’s flagship Casa Herbalife Program since 2016. As a global non-profit, Herbalife Nutrition Foundation (HNF) partners with charities and organizations (including Herbalife) around the world to help provide the proper nutrition and education necessary for the wellness of children and communities. In the Philippines, Tuloy Foundation seeks to help homeless and abandoned youth and children by providing them with a safe home and education. The foundation’s holistic curriculum includes sports development for youth. The event was held at the grounds of Tuloy Foundation in Alabang and featured a panel discussion on the importance of nutrition in sports performance and a friendly game between LA Galaxy and the Tuloy Foundation Football Club.

Herbalife Philippines ends the year on a high note as it welcomes five-time Major League Soccer champions LA Galaxy to inspire young athletes of Tuloy Foundation. The event highlighted the importance of nutrition in sports performance. In photo, from left: Allan Domingo, General Manager of Herbalife Philippines;  Dr. Dana Ryan, Director of Sports Performance, Nutrition, and Education, Herbalife; Erica Capellino, Sports Performance Dietician, LA Galaxy. Flanking Fr. Rocky Evangelista SDB, Founder, Tuloy Foundation are LA Galaxy players: Midfielders Edwin Cerillo and Daniel Aguirre; Defenders Jalen Neal and Mauricio Cuevas; Forward Carson Klein; Midfielder Mark Delgado and Carlos Gomez, Performance Coach, LA Galaxy.
 

“By working together, we can ensure that children in need have access to proper nutrition and the opportunity to thrive in their chosen endeavors,” said Alan Domingo, General Manager of Herbalife Philippines.

Speaking at the panel discussion, Dr. Dana Ryan, Director of Sports Performance, Nutrition, and Education at Herbalife, emphasized the essential role of nutrition in athletic achievement. She underlined that “structuring the day is crucial for optimizing performance.”

For breakfast, a balance of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats is essential to kick start the day. Meanwhile, pre-workout nutrition should include easily digestible carbs and some protein. During workouts, hydration is key, along with easily digestible snacks. Post-workout, a combination of protein and carbs aid recovery.

“These principles apply to athletes of all levels, promoting sustained energy and efficient recovery.”

Herbalife Nutrition Foundation and LA Galaxy present Tuloy Foundation with a donation to help further their mission of creating opportunities for children. In photo, starting third from left: Marie Segismundo, Corporate Communications Manager, Herbalife Philippines; Dr. Dana Ryan, Director of Sports Performance, Nutrition, and Education, Herbalife; Erica Capellino, Sports Performance Dietician, LA Galaxy; Fr. Rocky Evangelista SDB, Founder, Tuloy Foundation; and Catherine Go, Tuloy Foundation Co-Founder and Finance Director; and Allan Domingo, General Manager of Herbalife Philippines. Also in photo: LA Galaxy team: Daniel Aguirre, Carson Klein, Jalen Neal, Mauricio Cuevas, and Mark Delgado and executives from Herbalife Philippines. 

Dr. Ryan was joined by Erica Capellino, Sport Performance Dietitian of LA Galaxy; and Carlos Gomez, Performance Coach of LA Galaxy. Also joining them were LA Galaxy players Edwin Cerillo, Daniel Aguirre, Jalen Neal, Mauricio Cuevas, Carson Klein, and Mark Delgado.

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