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Month: August 2023

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Powerful Pre-Game Meals: What to Eat Before a Youth Sports Game

August 27, 2023

Want to maximize your young athlete’s performance on game day? It all starts with fueling their body right before the big event. Discover the power of pre-game meals and learn what to eat to help your young athlete excel on the field, court, or track! To perform their best in competitions, young athletes need the… Read More Powerful Pre-Game Meals: What to Eat Before a Youth Sports Game

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10 Snacks to Fuel After School Practice

August 20, 2023

Tired from being at school all day, but you still have after school sports? A nutrient-rich snack in between these two activities can help boost your energy and help you power through practice. The window of time between the end of the school day and the beginning of after school sports practice is limited. With… Read More 10 Snacks to Fuel After School Practice

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Building Strong Bones: Nutritional Musts for Young Athletes

August 13, 2023

Did you know that during adolescence, what you eat plays a big role in building strong bones? Calcium and vitamin D are the dynamic duo that help lay down the foundation for healthy bones. Calcium provides the building blocks, while vitamin D helps your body absorb calcium. Plus, a little sunshine can help your body… Read More Building Strong Bones: Nutritional Musts for Young Athletes

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Set the Alarm for Breakfast

August 5, 2023

It’s August, and that means it’s time to go back to school! Mornings become busy trying to get out the door. With the crunch for time, breakfast often becomes neglected. The challenge with that? Breakfast is “the most important meal of the day”, ESPECIALLY for athletes. It’s necessary not only to fuel activity, but also… Read More Set the Alarm for Breakfast

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    Food first. Always. When you cut out entire food Food first. Always.

When you cut out entire food groups, you are not just removing calories, you are removing key nutrients your body relies on for energy, recovery, hormone health, and performance. Carbohydrates fuel training and the brain. Fats support hormones and nutrient absorption. Protein repairs and builds tissue. Micronutrients come packaged in real foods, not in isolation.

Athletes do not need more restriction, they need smarter fueling. Food provides synergy that supplements and substitutions cannot replicate. When fueling is consistent and balanced, performance improves, recovery is faster, and long-term health is protected.

Put food first, build your plate with intention, and let nutrition work for you, not against you.
    Most athletes train hard. Fewer athletes actually Most athletes train hard. Fewer athletes actually fuel to match that training.

Fueling isn’t just about eating enough, it’s about eating right for your sport, your volume, and your goals. When fueling is off, even slightly, it can show up as low energy, poor recovery, stalled progress, or inconsistent performance. When fueling is dialed in, everything feels sharper, stronger, and more sustainable.

That’s why having a clear gauge matters.

This quick 10-question fueling assessment helps you step back and evaluate whether your current nutrition is truly supporting performance, recovery, and long-term health, or if there are gaps holding you back from competing at your best.

📱 Text FUEL to 878-877-6787
Take the assessment, see where you stand, and decide your next step with clarity.

Because training hard is only half the equation. Fueling smart is how you stay ahead.
    No-Cook Oat & Cranberry Energy Bites A grab-and-g No-Cook Oat & Cranberry Energy Bites

A grab-and-go snack to keep your new-year resolutions going post-January. Fueling your body with nutrient-rich snacks helps boost physical performance and focus! 

Recipe: rolled oats + dried cranberries + peanut butter + honey + chia seeds

Instructions: Stir all ingredients together until well combined. Roll into bite-size balls and chill in the refrigerator for 20 minutes before serving.
    Training hard is only part of the equation. The Sp Training hard is only part of the equation. The Sports Nutrition Playbook Program App puts evidence based sports nutrition at your fingertips, with fuel calculators to dial in your energy needs, practical meal guides, athlete friendly fact sheets, and direct Q&A access with a sports dietitian when questions come up. This is not about perfection or restriction, it is about fueling with intention so your workouts, recovery, and performance actually match the effort you are putting in. If you want to train like your sports idols, you need the same level of strategy behind your nutrition. Because the difference between good and great is not more reps, it is smarter fuel.

If you want to level up in 2026, text APP to 878-877-6787.
    January feels like a fresh start, but sustaining p January feels like a fresh start, but sustaining progress through February and beyond is where real change happens. It’s normal to lose some motivation once the “new year” buzz wears off, which is why having a plan matters. Staying consistent doesn’t require perfection — just small, intentional steps. The key is to reassess what’s working and carry those habits forward.

Read more in my NEW BLOG POST - Link in Bio
    Pro tip: Stop snacking on carbs alone. Pair carbs Pro tip: Stop snacking on carbs alone.
Pair carbs with protein to fuel performance, stabilize energy levels, and avoid the crash.
Simple swaps = better workouts, better recovery, better results.
To Learn more head to @thesportsnutritionplaybook
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