Youth Sports Nutrition Blog
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Thanksgiving Meal Tips for Student Athletes
The holiday season is approaching! First up, Thanksgiving. For high school athletes that have big goals, this time of year can cause a lot of anxiety. The disruption in training and nutrition can be difficult for those who are focused and determined. Fall sports have...
Performance Meal Plan and Fall Soup
Fall is here and I am ready for soup season! On a crisp fall day or brutal winter night, soup is cozy, comforting and feels like home. Soup is an entree that any athlete can add to their meal rotation. Soup is packed with nutrients that aid in performance, recovery...
Pumpkin Spice for Athletic Performance
It’s PSL season and this Midwest mom couldn’t be happier! As a youth sports nutritionist, pumpkin is easy to incorporate into a fueling plan and has many athletic performance benefits. Pumpkin does not have a strong flavor but the spices associated with pumpkin like...
5 School Lunch Ideas for Youth Athletes
If you are tired of a deli turkey sandwich or pb&j, this blog is for you! Packing the same food for lunch every day can get boring and redundant. Having 3 to 5 go-to recipes for school lunches, make it easy to put on rotation and prevent burnout and laziness. ...
5 Nutrition Products as Athletes Head Back to School
In my last blog post, I provided a few back to school tips for fueling youth athletes. Read it here One tip included stocking up on snacks and beverages to keep in the car to ensure you are hydrated and fueled. But what types of snacks are best to set you up for...
Back to School Tips for Youth Athletes
I can’t believe the summer is already coming to a close and fall sports have begun (or about to begin!). However, temps are hitting 100 here in the midwest, so, I don’t think fall is on the horizon any time soon. Summer was filled with vacation, two-a-day practices,...
Heart Health for Young Athletes
Did you know February is Heart Month? It seems fitting that Valentine’s Day and Heart Month are both in February. Here are a few facts to start us off… 52% of people ‘celebrate’ Valentine’s Day. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the US ...
Performance Nutrition Goal Setting for Young Athletes
I absolutely love this time of year! December is always very hectic with traveling for the holidays so January is the perfect time to reflect and reset. You have probably seen posts and articles about setting goals and how to realistically achieve them. These articles...
Back to School Performance Lunches
Fall sports are in full swing and it’s time to start packing lunches again. Lunch is often a challenge for teen athletes for a number of reasons. Obtaining sufficient calories in a short time can be tough.Parents and youth can feel “stuck”, packing the same items week...
Boost Your Breakfast
Between hitting the snooze button and rushing out the door, mornings can be hectic. Most of us, adults and youth, don’t make the time for breakfast. After sleeping for 6-8 hours, our bodies are craving for energy to start the day. This is where the importance of...
5 Snacks for Every Youth Athlete
Snacks are a critical part of an athlete’s meal plan and performance. Although it may seem easier to head to the drive thru, vending machine, or convenience store, packing your own snacks can aid in performance that include essential nutrients and calories. Below you...
Hot, Humid, and Hydration
School sports are finishing up and summer sports are here! Whether you are in a gymnasium or out on the field, the hot and humid temperatures are tough in the summer. Warmer conditions often lead to higher sweat losses which can affect performance. When one does not...