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They struggle because they are:
Under-fueling without realizing it Eating “healthy” but not enough for sportTraining hard while under-recovering
Over time, this leads to:
– Low energy
– Poor recovery
– Increased injury risk
I created a free Athlete Fueling Checklist to help parents and athletes identify common fueling mistakes and understand what to fix next.