Dr. Caballes highlights how common underfueling is in injured athletes, and why a team approach to treatment that includes a dietitian is needed. We chat about RED-S signs and symptoms, including non-hormone-related ones, before Dr. Caballes answers the usual end of the podcast questions. This episode of the Female Athlete Nutrition podcast is with former NCAA Division I soccer player, author and founder of SPRHRA, Marina Paul. Growing up in a sporty family, Marina shares how athletics was always part of her life.
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When someone is placing so much demand on their body physically, factors such as blood work and hormones, adequate fuelling, training load management, psychology and having a fundamental level of strength and conditioning are essential. Kriss Hendy has been working within the endurance community for over 15 years now, studying, coaching, supporting (husband to an elite level athlete) and now helping other coaches and athletes within a mentoring and consulting capacity. A sports medicine doctor can determine if their pain is an injury that needs rest and treatment or if it is something that can be treated with modifications such as a gymnastics-specific brace. If you or your child is a gymnast, you know how gymnastics can push physical limits for strength, balance and flexibility.
Dr. Jana shares her path to becoming a doctor and how athletics factored in. Dr. Jana opens up about her struggles with RED-S and underfueling, including 12 years of amenorrhea -a missing period- and bone injuries. She talks about how finding CrossFit and a community of athletes who believe that stronger is better for performance kickstarted her RED-S recovery.
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She has been working with female athletes for over 7 years and over the last 2 years has shifted her focus to working with female rugby players specifically. A gymnast’s hydration needs depend on age, body size and the level of competition. If you think your gymnast could have an unhealthy relationship with food, talk with a doctor right away. We schedule your child’s first visit within one to two days of your appointment request. Early treatment not only helps to prevent pain and injury later in life, but also allows your child to continue pursuing the sport he or she loves. Our clinical program coordinator organizes services, ensuring your child has access to everything he or she needs to get the most out of each visit.
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«I feel lucky that we live in the age of information. However knowing what information is valuable is key. I am in safe hands with Fuelin and the team of experts in the field of nutrition for me to perform at my best.» We’re partnering with top brands in the industry in an effort to give our athletes unique benefits for being part of the TrainHeroic network. There have been a few times when I thought I had an idea for an improvement and then I looked a little closer and sure enough, the app already had that feature. Unmatched readiness insights help you manage your recovery with the same attention you give to your training. Every exercise is complete with demo video and coaching points, so you’re always confident in your movements.
Softball & Baseball Fueling, «Healthy» Weight Gain, and Easy Cooking with Angie Asche, RD
While the media, social media and influencers in particular, demonize certain foods and nutrients, both Kyle and I believe an “all foods fit” approach best supports health and performance. This highlights the importance of working with trusted nutrition professionals and being careful of where you go for nutrition advice. In this episode, Lindsey Elizabeth Cortes introduces guest Kriss Hendy, an owner of Strength for Endurance.
We talk about the importance of writing as an outlet for emotions and processing feelings. For Mackenzie, poetry helps her navigate injuries and athletic lows, gain perspective and develop self-belief. I recommend all my clients also journal to understand their thoughts and feelings around food, their body, mindset and other challenges. This episode finishes with a fun new “Ask The Dietitian” section where Mackenzie asks me about why she is bonking. We chat about her nutrition challenges as an athlete, and how her intake and timing of carbohydrates can help regulate her blood sugar levels. Mackenzie shares the difficulty of fueling on a gluten free diet and the food anxiety is caused.
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As two doctors of physical therapy, Dr. Bobbie and Dr. Jess explain the education pathway to becoming a physical therapist, alongside other healthcare professions like dietitians. We discuss some of the challenges and shortcomings of the current healthcare model, and the role of speciality providers in the diagnosis and management of specific problems. Being physically active helps children, adolescents, and young adults to be healthy and strong. Participating in active play, exercising, or playing on a sports team can help prevent conditions such as obesity and type 2 diabetes.
Nutrition for Ironman Triathlons + Sustained Elite Performance with Dede Griesbauer
We discuss the highs and lows of an athletic life, and how competitive sports can be balanced with fun. Mackenzie highlights how periods of low motivation were the catalyst for her finding her identity outside of sports. For Mackenzie, this was combining her love of writing with cycling, and in 2023 she published her first book, “In Defense of Big Dreams”.
Young Kids Physical Activity
This episode of the Female Athlete Nutrition podcast is with World-renowned sports dietitian and nutrition researcher Professor Louise Burke. For over 40 years, Professor Burke has been studying elite athletes, and today we take a deep dive into her research into the ketogenic diet and performance. We discuss why low carb, high fat diets impair elite performance, as well as immune and bone health, and iron status.
- Although serum ferritin concentrations are statistically significantly lower in vegetarians on a consistent basis, they are usually within the reference ranges (SCAN, 2010).
- Energy expenditure in adolescent athletes can be accurately measured with methods such as DLW or indirect calorimetry.
- This view is consistent with those of leading expert groups (Peeling et al., 2019).
- Supplements are a particular area of concern we dive into, explaining how a lack of regulation and scientific support allows influencers and supplement companies to run wild with marketing claims for expensive and potentially dangerous products.
- High-quality sources of carbohydrates should be included in every meal and snack for them to be on top of their game.
- Without a strong core, the other muscles in your body are more prone to injury.
New Year Updates + Diet Trends with Lindsey Cortes, RDN
They also discuss the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to treatment and how providers can better assist their clients. Becca further explains her certification program aimed at educating and empowering other providers in the field. The episode is filled with valuable insights and practical advice for athletes, coaches, and health professionals alike. In this episode of the Female Athlete Nutrition, I speak with elite cyclist and author Mackenzie Myatt. Mackenzie shares her introduction to sports, beginning with gymnastics and then working her way up to elite mountain biking.
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When sleep is disrupted, meal timings can be too, and breakfast is often sacrificed. We highlight why athletes need to consume a “wake up” snack to help optimize their performance and recovery, not to mention body composition and mood. Snacking throughout the day is necessary for unimeal reviews athletes, and Angie gives recommendations that focus on whole foods, antioxidants, and polyphenols. This episode of the Female Athlete Nutrition podcast is with family medicine physician Dr. Jana Baatenburg MD. She is a CrossFit Level 1 Trainer and Owner of Concierge Medicine of West Michigan, opening in September 2024!