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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What Should Athletes Eat on Game Day? 5 Meal Ideas for Peak Performance
Unsure what to eat the night before a game or competition? Check out my top 5 tips that will help you feel and perform at your best to crush your competition!
Nutrient Timing for Athletes: What to Eat and When to Eat it!
Nutrition before (and during) games can be confusing—but it doesn't have to be!
Creatine Monhydrate and Youth Athletes: What Parents Need to Know
Wendi Irlbeck MS, RDN, LD, CISSN breaks down what the research says about creatine use in young athletes, including safety, benefits, dosage, and common myths!
Healthy Eating Out for Student-Athletes: A Complete Guide for Busy Families
Fast food, restaurants, gas stations, and travel fueling tips for student-athletes, parents, and active adults
3 Recovery Tips for Athletes and Active Adults
This article provides you with 3 simple yet effective tips to recover like a champion whether you are a competitive athlete or workday warrior.
6 Anti-Inflammatory Foods Athletes Should Be Eating!
Training hard but not seeing results? Feeling sore all the time as a busy student-athlete or active adult? Check out these 6 foods that are scientifically proven to reduce inflammation!
Fueling Victory: 5 Tips for Athletes and Families Meal Prepping on a Budget
For athletes, proper nutrition is the cornerstone of peak performance. Whether you’re a student athlete, seasoned competitor, or a weekend warrior, meal prepping can be a game-changer when it comes to meeting your nutritional needs. Try one of my high…
How Female Athletes Can Get Their Period Back | Amenorrhea & RED-S
Has your teen athlete gone 3+ months without a period? Losing your cycle is never normal — but it is reversible. A registered sports dietitian explains amenorrhea, RED-S, and 3 proven fueling steps to help female athletes get their period back.
Fueling the Gluten Free Student-Athlete
Fueling the gluten free athlete! What to eat to support health and overall performance!
Nutrition for the High School Wrestler
Pre-season nutrition tips for the wrestling athlete to thrive this season!
How to Prevent Muscle Cramps in Athletes: Hydration, Nutrition and Electrolyte Needs
Low carb dies increase water and sodium excretion by the kidneys. Inadequate magnesium and other minerals lead to cramping. Learn how to prevent cramping before game day!
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