Performance capabilities of college female athletes

Globally sports and athletics receive much attention today. The sports industry is growing by leaps and bounds. India is making rapid strides in the field of sports. Indian athletes are endeavouring their best to top in the national and international arena. Their performance is often obstructed by lack of stamina and poor health due to nutritional deficiencies and disorders. Moreover lack of grass root level sports and training, poor stature, poor sub optimal diet, poor knowledge and understanding about sports nutrition are the causes of poor performance. Physical fitness is one of the richest possessions. It cannot be purchased and has to be earned through a daily routine of right diet and physical exercise. Optimal physical fitness aids to look better, feel better and experience good health, leading to high quality of life. It is an inseparable part of sports performance and achievement. It brings success, helps to withstand stress and strain caused by sports and prevents injuries. Physical fitness is associated with a person's ability to work effectively, enjoy leisure time, be healthy, resist hypokinetic diseases or conditions. Hence the present study was undertaken to study the performance capabilities of College Female athletes. The results revealed the need for dietary improvement to enhance performance capabilities.