Why Youth Athletes Should Strength Train and Play Multiple Sports
Learn why youth athletes should strength train and play multiple sports to reduce injuries, improve performance, and support long-term athletic development with nutritional guidance!
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Four Weight Gain Smoothie Recipes for Student Athletes
Four weight gain smoothies for student athletes to gain muscle, improve strength, reduce muscle soreness and recover like a pro!
Ultra-Processed Foods Explained: What They Are and Their Impact on Health and Athletic Performance
Parents and athletes will learn what ultra-processed foods are, how they’re defined using the NOVA classification system, and how they compare to whole and minimally processed foods. Discover how to make smart, performance-driven nutrition choices to support health, recovery, and athletic performance.
Peptides for Teens: Safety, Risks, and What the Science Says for Adolescent Athletes
Are peptides safe for teens? A sports dietitian explains risks, research, and safer alternatives for adolescent athletes, growth, and recovery.
Water Polo Nutrition: What to Eat, When to Eat, and How to Fuel Performance
Water polo nutrition guide for athletes. Learn what to eat before, during, and between games to improve energy, performance, and recovery.
Bone Broth for Optimal Health and Athletic Performance
Bone broth can be a wonderful addition to the busy family or student athlete’s pantry for its recovery benefits. Here are five evidenced based reasons to incorporate bone broth in your weekly routine.
Fueling as a D1 Collegiate Track & Field Athlete
Meet Bella, our guest athlete, a junior division I collegiate track and field athlete at the University of Texas. Her speciality is the pole vault, but she also competes in the 60 m dash (indoors), 400 hurdles, and 4×400 relay.…
Winter Fueling Tips for the High School Runner
Transitioning from cross country in the fall to track in the spring can be challenging, as fueling requirements change! During the winter months, maintaining performance, energy levels, and overall health requires an emphasis on nutrition. Here are five key fueling…
Pre-Workout Nutrition: What Should Student Athletes Should Eat Before a Workout
Athletes often wonder what they should eat before working out. Here are seven simple, effective pre-workout meals to help you train stronger and feel better!
What to Eat the Night Before a Game: 9 Meals for Athletes
Sports dietitian Wendi Irlbeck shares what athletes should eat the night before a game — 9 balanced pre-game meal ideas, bedtime snacks, and foods to avoid.
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