Powered By Dairy
Athletes
Nevada Track & Field
Jasmine
As a student athlete, Jasmine Harris juggles early mornings and intense track meets with late-night study sessions. Her secret weapon? Dairy.
#1 grocery staple:
Non-fat Greek yogurt
Morning fuel:
Eggs with cheese
Post-race recovery snack:
Chocolate milk
UNLV Basketball
Jacob
Jacob Bannarbie is putting in the work—on the court, in the classroom, and in the gym. The 6’9″ forward fuels up with dairy to support his training.
#1 grocery staple:
Bananas
Pre-workout snack:
Rice Krispy Treat
Beverage of choice:
Chocolate milk
What dairy brings to the game
Dehydration can reduce strength, energy, and coordination leading to poor athletic performance.
Milk is made up of 85% water, plus nutrients that help your body stay hydrated longer than water. That includes protein, natural sugars, and electrolytes that slow down how fast fluids leave your stomach, keeping you fueled and focused for the match.
And if you’re wondering how it stacks up: a study out of Scotland found milk to be even more hydrating than water. So the next time you sweat it out, reach for something that puts it all back.
Protein is an important component of every cell in the body. Whether you’re chasing speed, strength, or stamina, protein is essential for muscle repair, recovery, and long-term performance. Milk naturally contains two powerful proteins—whey and casein—that work at different speeds to refuel and rebuild.
That’s why it’s one of the most effective and accessible ways to build muscle, boost strength, and recover.
Carbohydrates are our bodies’ main energy source, especially during intense workouts or back-to-back practices. Milk has a naturally perfect carb-to-protein ratio that helps your body recover right after the grind, so student athletes like you stay ready for whatever comes next.
Milk does what sports drinks can’t.
Milk naturally delivers electrolytes like calcium, potassium, sodium, and magnesium, which help regulate hydration, muscle function, and nerve signals. And it does all of that without added sugars.
Milk comes loaded with B2, B3, and B5—essential vitamins that help turn carbs, fat, and protein into energy. In turn, these support your performance as an athlete.
Milk offers 13 essential nutrients that support everything from bone strength and immunity to muscle growth and recovery. For athletes, that means:
- Calcium + Phosphorus to keep bones strong
- Potassium to prevent muscle cramps
- Vitamin D to reduce stress fractures
- Protein to repair and rebuild
- Vitamin A to support your immune system
No matter what sport you play, this is nutrition that shows up for you every day.
