by Kaitlyn McNally, MS, RDN | Oct 3, 2024
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...
by Kaitlyn McNally, MS, RDN | Sep 10, 2024
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...
by Kaitlyn McNally, MS, RDN | Aug 30, 2024
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. ...
by Kaitlyn McNally, MS, RDN | Aug 13, 2024
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...
by Kaitlyn McNally, MS, RDN | Jul 26, 2024
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,...
