Most Frequently Asked Nutrition Questions (and Answers!)
- How much protein do I need as an athlete?
- Yes! Protein is so important for athletes. LEARN MORE HERE for reasons to eat more protein from a dietitian who lifts.
- Click HERE for the best plant and animal protein bars and powders.
- High-quality animal proteins are some of the best sources of protein. Click HERE for our recommendations.
- Which Greek yogurt brands are the best? Here are our top Greek yogurt picks!
- What should I eat the night before a game?
- The foods you eat the night before a game can impact your performance positively or negatively. Learn exactly what to eat HERE.
- How many carbs, calories, and protein should my athlete eat?
- It depends on the athlete’s age, sport, body composition, goals, and training volume! Learn how much a high school athlete should eat HERE.
- What should I eat before a game or tournament?
- Is creatine safe for my child?
- What should I feed high school athletes?
- High school athletes need balanced meals with protein, carbs, produce, and healthy fats. For no cook meal and snack ideas, click HERE. Nutrient timing is also important for optimizing performance. Learn more about what and when to eat HERE. With their busy schedules, eating out is bound to happen. Learn how to make healthy eating out choices for your athlete HERE.
- What are the best breakfast options?
- Breakfast is an important part of an athlete’s fueling strategy and should never be missed. HERE are some great, quick breakfast ideas for your high school athlete.
- Protein is important for athletic performance so try out THESE high-protein waffles! Prep THIS egg bake for the week to set your athlete up for success! On the go and need something quick? Try out THIS protein overnight oats recipe!
- Nutrients missed at breakfast are not made up later in the day! Click HERE for 3 high-protein breakfast options from Wendi.
- I always cook the same things. What new recipes should I try?
- Check out our 30 Days of Recipes! These are easy, quick, nutritious meals that will fuel the whole family.
- Why is Vitamin D important?
- Vitamin D is a key nutrient for overall health and performance and is extremely important for athletes. Click HERE to learn why!
- Vitamin D deficiency is common but can be very problematic, especially for athletes. Read HERE to learn about the risk factors, signs, and symptoms of vitamin D deficiency.
- Are eggs healthy?
- YES! Eggs have so many beneficial nutrients, backed by science. Read why HERE.
- What are the best pre-workout supplements?
- Food is always the priority. Supplements are great for supplementing a healthful diet! HERE is why! Energy drinks don’t give you energy; learn WHY. Watch HERE to learn more.
- Here are 7 pre-workout meals to keep you energized. Try these recipes for pre-workout meals and snacks!
- Try these quick and easy pre-workout pairings.
- Here are some quick breakfast ideas and some great on-the-go pre-workout snacks.
- What are the best recovery foods?
- Food is always the priority. Supplements are great for supplementing a healthful diet! HERE is why! Energy drinks don’t give you energy; learn WHY. Watch HERE to learn more.
- Here are 7 pre-workout meals to keep you energized. Try these recipes for pre-workout meals and snacks!
- Try these quick and easy pre-workout pairings.
- Here are some quick breakfast ideas and some great on-the-go pre-workout snacks.
- How should female athletes fuel?
- Women are not just ‘small men’! Female athletes need to fuel in a unique way for optimal vitamin and nutrient intake amounts to best support their health and performance. In fact, specific nutrition during the menstrual cycle is key. Watch our Fueling the Female Athlete Webinar to learn, in detail, the keys to fueling female athletes.
- Read 3 tips on how female athletes can regain their period
- Learn how to monitor hormone levels HERE.
- Female athletes are at heightened risk for iron deficiency. Learn tips to treat and prevent HERE.
- How can an athlete gain weight?
- Weight gain is so important for young athletes, especially as they are growing taller and putting on more muscle mass to compete at the next level. It doesn’t have to be confusing! THIS is what your plate should look like if you’re trying to gain weight. HERE is a sample breakdown of meals and snacks aimed at weight gain. Check out our Weight Gain 101 Guide for more information!
- HERE are some simple weight gain tips for student-athletes. Stock your pantry with these weight gain STAPLES and try these SNACKS. Make sure to get in both your protein and your produce with these IDEAS. Here are some high-quality muscle-building snacks to always keep on hand.
- Tips to Gain Lean Mass
- Breakfast Ideas for Busy High School Athletes
- Recipe: Chunky Monkey Smoothie
- How can I build a fueling station for high school athletes?
- Fueling stations are a great way to provide optimal nutrition for athletes around practice times. If you are an athletic director, coach, or strength and conditioning staff member, read HERE about sports nutrition tips for your athletes.
- The biggest question is usually what to put in a fueling station. First, start with these pre-practice snacks. Second, focus on between practice/games fuel – this is great for tournaments or when there is a break between practice and lift. Then, focus on these staples for gameday and on-the-road fuel options.
- These are some practical strategies to incorporate for your youth athletes.
- Refueling the youth athlete blog can be a great tool for you as a parent, coach, athlete, or athletic director! -Read it HERE!
- Is strength training safe for young athletes?
- YES!! Strength training is so beneficial for youth athletes, for several reasons. Here are some stats on how lack of strength training increases injury risk. Learn more HERE.
- Wendi, should youth athletes play multiple sports?
- See the data on why athletes should play multiple sports HERE
See testimonials from parents, coaches, athletes, athletic directors, and families we have served over the last 5 years HERE.
Benefits of working with a registered dietitian and sports nutritionist for your high school or collegiate programs?
- Strength, power, speed, and endurance enhancement
- In season nutrition presentations and accountablity
- Pre & post season nutrition
- What to eat at meals, snacks, and overall energy intake
- Nutrition for Injury Recovery or post-surgery from an injury
- Supplement safety
- What to eat before and after games or at tournaments
- Weight loss & weight gain
- Hydration & anti-inflammation
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- If you are looking for a team talk or presentation fill out our contact form to set up a FREE 15-min call HERE. Check out our performance nutrition partnership HERE.
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