Elite squash players nutrition knowledge and influencing factors

Background There is a reported mismatch between macronutrient consumption and contemporary guidelines in elite standard squash players. Suboptimal dietary practices could be due to lack of nutrition knowledge among Subsequently, the purpose this study was assess sports players through Nutrition for Sport Knowledge Questionnaire (NSKQ) provide an indication whether require support increase their knowledge.Methods This cross-sectional assessed 77 via NSKQ over period June 2020 August 2020.Results Players conveyed average with mean score 48.78 ± 10.06 (56.07% 11.56%). were no significant differences male female (p = .532). found weak positive association world ranking (r .208) age .281). who had relevant undergraduate degree (e.g. BSc & Exercise Science) significantly greater than qualifications .022). consulted nutritionist obtain main source information shown have those acquired from scientist .01) or internet / social media .007).Conclusions should consult sport knowledge. Future research quantify effectiveness nutritional education intervention at increasing