Youth Sports Nutrition Blog
Welcome to the Youth Sports Nutrition Blog where athletes of all ages can
find nutrition and fueling tips to maximize performance everyday!
Post-Workout Nutrition: What to Eat After You Train (and Why It Matters)
Introduction There are many aspects of nutrition that athletes need to consider. Post-workout nutrition is one of them. Post-workout nutrition has two purposes: 1. Recover from a workout 2. Prepare for the upcoming workout. Social media and supplement ads put an...
Pace Your Protein
Protein for Teenage Athletes Protein plays a huge role when it comes to performance. Not only does protein aids in muscle building but is essential for proper immune function, metabolism, and structure of ligaments and tendons. The structure of protein consists of 20...
Nutrition for Baseball and Softball Athletes
Winter sports are concluding…But now the topic on everyone's mind is spring sports! Baseball, and softball are two sports that are gearing up for a new season. As intensity and training level increases, nutrition will need to be adjusted to meet higher physical...
3 Easy Weight Gain tips for High School Athletes
A common goal for athletes is to get stronger and increase muscle mass. Nutrition can be a key player in helping athletes reach their weight goals. High school athletes and sport parents are BUSY so you need easy nutrition tips that you can implement right away. Well,...
3 Meal Planning Tips for Sport Families
Make the most out of meal planning with these tips specifically for sport families and youth athletes. Are you a sport family that is overwhelmed with the idea of meal planning? Are you unsure how to fuel your athlete to ensure they are getting the nutrition they...
Fueling Performance: A Guide to the Athlete’s Plate
The most common question I get from athletes is “What do I eat?” this is where the Athlete's plate is helpful! The Athlete’s Plate was designed by the United States Olympic Committee with athletes in mind. The purpose of the plate is to provide athletes with a guide...
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,...