Bananas - the nutritional secret of the sexiest athlete on the planet

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Alica Schmidt possesses a charming beauty - Photo: ST

"Bananas are always in my luggage"

Bananas have always been known as an "inseparable" food for professional athletes . And for the beauty queen of the athletics world - Alica Schmidt, this fruit is even more important.

Alica Schmidt, born in 1998, is a German athlete specializing in the 400m-800m distance. She won the 4×400m relay at the European U23 Championship and has many outstanding achievements in both national and international competitions.

Besides her professional achievements, Schmidt is remembered by the online community and the media as "the sexiest female athlete on the planet", possessing a healthy body, a captivating face, and a seductive style.

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Schmidt competes at the Olympics - Photo: ST

Schmidt's diet is built on the principle of intuitive eating - eating according to your body's feelings and signals, combined with a balanced diet of carbohydrates, proteins and clean fats.

She minimizes red meat, favoring light protein sources like fish, eggs, and Greek yogurt. During a workout day, Schmidt never forgets to bring snacks: protein bars, electrolyte drinks, and especially homemade banana or carrot cake.

“I always have a banana or two in my bag,” Schmidt told Women's Health magazine.

Bananas are a staple in Schmidt's nutrition plan. She often eats a fresh banana after a morning run, paired with a recovery shake or a BCAA and fast-carb drink called Recovery Aminos.

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Photo of Schmidt's snack - Photo: INSTAGRAM

Bananas also make an appearance in the afternoon when she needs an extra boost of energy. It is estimated that Schmidt consumes about 2-3 fresh bananas a day.

Schmidt also has another secret: homemade banana bread. She usually uses 3-4 mashed bananas in a loaf divided into 8 slices - each slice is equivalent to about 0.5 banana.

Schmidt usually eats 2-3 slices of cake a day, which is equivalent to 1-2 more bananas. So, in total, Schmidt can consume about 3-5 bananas a day.

What are the benefits of bananas?

Why does the sexiest female athlete on the planet eat so many bananas? From a sports science perspective, bananas provide easily digestible carbohydrates, helping to quickly replenish energy after strenuous exercise.

Bananas also contain potassium — an important electrolyte that aids nerve function and muscle contraction.

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The charm of Schmitd - Photo: ST

Nutritionist Rachael Ajmera says bananas are a convenient, easily digestible source of carbs and potassium, making them a great pre- or post-workout snack, providing 10-14% of your potassium needs per medium fruit.

When combined with a diet rich in potassium, sodium, magnesium and adequate hydration, bananas support better muscle function and reduce electrolyte imbalances that affect athletic performance.

The way Schmidt combines fresh bananas and homemade banana bread is a clear testament to her nutritional philosophy: quick energy, uplifting mood, portability, and optimal recovery.

Bananas aren't a one-size-fits-all solution, but they are an essential part of a proper recovery, energy, and muscle support strategy.

Let's admire some more charming pictures of Schmidt:

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