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Month: March 2022

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5 Ways to Go Green This Spring

March 27, 2022

Many people tend to think of juicing or cleanses when someone mentions eating more “green” foods. However, it’s important to consider “going green” as including more produce in general! By increasing the number of fruits and vegetables consumed in your daily diet, energy levels and nutrient intake increase too. Each color of fruit and vegetable… Read More 5 Ways to Go Green This Spring

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5 Eating Tips for Exercising Late in the Evening

March 20, 2022

The days are officially longer and warmer – and that means you have more hours in the day to be active! Many people try to squeeze exercise in during the day, but reality says they do it at night, maybe even after their kids go to bed. But how should you be eating if you… Read More 5 Eating Tips for Exercising Late in the Evening

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5 Reasons to Start Your Day with Protein

March 13, 2022

Many people try to eat “light” in the morning thinking they are doing a good thing when in reality they are setting themselves up for eating failure later in the day. There is an old saying, “Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and dinner like a pauper”, basically meaning eat breakfast like… Read More 5 Reasons to Start Your Day with Protein

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Cut the Bland, Add the Flavor!

March 6, 2022

Think healthy eating has to be boring? Think again! Many people try to eat “healthy” and they cut out all the flavor thinking they are doing something good for themselves. But the reality is, “healthy” eating doesn’t have to be bland and if you don’t like something, you likely won’t keep eating it! So, if… Read More Cut the Bland, Add the Flavor!

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  • Early Morning Summer Workouts: What to Eat Before You Go
  • 3 Key Nutrients Male Athletes Need to Prioritize
  • Fuel Like a World Cup Pro

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    Avocado Egg Salad Delicious as a sandwich, with c Avocado Egg Salad

Delicious as a sandwich, with crackers, or on its own! Perfect dish for your 4th of July potluck!

Ingredients:
4 hard boiled eggs, peeled
1 avocado
1 TBS lemon juice
¼ tsp salt

Mash and combine all ingredients until well incorporated and to your liking. Serve on toast, eat with crackers, or enjoy on its own!
    Every athlete trains differently. Your nutrition s Every athlete trains differently. Your nutrition should too. 🏀⚽️🏈

No more guessing what to eat before practice, how to recover after games, or whether you're fueling enough for your sport. One-on-one sports nutrition coaching gives you personalized guidance designed around your goals, schedule, and performance needs.

Train with energy.
Recover with purpose.
Fuel with confidence.

The right plan can make a difference — because your sport deserves more than a one-size-fits-all approach. 💪

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    Early morning workouts are common in the summer he Early morning workouts are common in the summer heat—but fueling can be a challenge when you’re not hungry. The good news is that even a small snack can significantly improve performance and energy levels.

Learn more in my NEW BLOG POST - Link in Bio
    ☀️ Do you eat less in the summer heat? You're not ☀️ Do you eat less in the summer heat?

You're not alone. When temperatures rise, many athletes notice a decrease in appetite. But your body still needs energy, fluids, and nutrients to support training, recovery, and performance.

If heavy meals don't sound appealing, try these summer fueling strategies:

🍉 Choose hydrating foods like watermelon, berries, oranges, cucumbers, and grapes

🥤 Sip your nutrition with smoothies, milk, drinkable yogurt, or recovery shakes

🥪 Eat smaller, more frequent meals and snacks throughout the day

❄️ Keep foods cold and refreshing with smoothie bowls, yogurt parfaits, overnight oats, or frozen fruit

⚡ Prioritize easy-to-digest carbohydrates before training to keep energy levels up

💧 Stay on top of hydration and replace electrolytes lost through sweat

Remember: A lower appetite doesn't mean lower nutrition needs. Consistent fueling is key to maintaining performance all summer long.

What’s your favorite way to fuel when it's too hot to eat? ⬇️
    In this episode of The Sports Nutrition Playbook P In this episode of The Sports Nutrition Playbook Podcast, Amy tackles a challenge every summer athlete faces: how to fuel your body when the heat kills your appetite. Amy breaks down why staying properly nourished matters even when you don't feel hungry, and shares practical, easy-to-implement strategies for getting the energy and recovery support your body needs through fluid-based fueling. Whether you're a high school athlete juggling double practices or a fitness enthusiast trying to keep performing at your best, you'll walk away with simple, actionable ideas to stay energized and recover stronger all summer long. Listen now at thesportsnutritionplaybook.com, Spotify, and Apple podcasts.
    Loaded Sweet Potato Need an easy meal that’s both Loaded Sweet Potato

Need an easy meal that’s both comforting and packed with nutrients? This Loaded Sweet Potato combines carbohydrates, protein, and flavor in one simple bowl to help keep you fueled, full, and ready for whatever the day brings.

Sweet potato + Rotisserie chicken or Ground turkey + Shredded cheese + Sour cream or Greek yogurt + Green onion + BBQ Sauce (optional)

Microwave or bake sweet potato until soft. Split open and top with protein, cheese, and toppings of choice.
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