Field notes in athletic physiology · Jakarta · Issue 2026

Fuel for the week

Endurance nutrition is mostly ordinary food arranged around ordinary demands. It should support energy, enjoyment, culture, and health rather than become another source of anxiety.

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Colorful balanced meal of rice vegetables tofu and grilled fish prepared in a Jakarta kitchen

A flexible plate

ElementWhy it mattersEveryday examples
CarbohydrateSupports repeated moderate and hard work.Rice, oats, fruit, potatoes
ProteinContributes to tissue maintenance and repair.Eggs, tofu, fish, poultry
PlantsProvides fibre and a broad range of micronutrients.Leafy greens, beans, papaya
A sustainable approach leaves room for food traditions and shared meals.