GATORADE SPORTS SCIENCE INSTITUTE

Foods & Fluids for Indoor Volleyball

Indoor volleyball is a high-intensity sport that requires sharp focus, quick refl exes, and sustained energy within the confi nes of a hot, often crowded gym. This guide is designed to help female indoor volleyball players fuel before, during, and after performance so they can play strong and recover well.
April 17, 2025
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Indoor volleyball, like many high-intensity court sports, comes with unique physical demands—from rapid bursts of movement to long matches in warm, enclosed gym environments. These conditions increase the risk of dehydration and energy depletion, both of which can compromise performance and put athletes at risk.

To support both safety and peak performance, proper fueling and hydration strategies are essential throughout all aspects of the season. This resource is designed specifically for female indoor volleyball athletes, offering practical strategies to help them fuel before, during, and after performance.