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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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  • Create Your Fuel Schedule: Eat Around the Bell, Not Just Around Practice
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    In this episode, @jenfrytalks —a former Division I In this episode, @jenfrytalks —a former Division I volleyball coach turned expert on communication and conflict in youth sports—unpacks why the toughest moments in sports often have little to do with the game itself. Drawing on her experience coaching at the highest levels and now working with athletes, coaches, and parents, she dives into the fine line between support and pressure, the real sources of tension between parents and coaches, and how young athletes can learn to advocate for themselves. Listeners will walk away with practical insight into building stronger team cultures, navigating difficult conversations, and understanding why conflict, when handled well, can be one of the most valuable life lessons sports has to offer. Listen now on Apple podcasts, Spotify, and thesportsnutritionplaybook.com.
    Savory Tuna Lettuce Boats A light, crisp, protein Savory Tuna Lettuce Boats

A light, crisp, protein‑packed lunch that comes together in minutes and keeps you energized through the afternoon.

Savory Tuna Lettuce Boats = tuna + mayonnaise + lemon juice + romaine leaves + black pepper

Combine tuna, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and pepper. Spoon into romaine leaves and serve.
    The school year brings structure to an athlete's d The school year brings structure to an athlete's day, but it can also make it easy to go too long without eating. When classes, practices, homework, and extracurricular activities fill the schedule, having a fueling plan can make the difference between steady energy and running on empty. Instead of wondering when you'll eat, build a nutrition schedule that works with your school day.

Learn more in my NEW Blog Post - Link in Bio
    🌅 Not hungry before morning practice? You should s 🌅 Not hungry before morning practice? You should still eat something.

Many athletes wake up and head straight to practice without fueling because they don't feel hungry. The problem? Your body has gone 8–10+ hours without food and your energy stores are lower than they were the night before.

Showing up to practice underfueled can lead to:
⚡ Low energy
🏃 Reduced performance
🧠 Poor focus and reaction time
😴 Increased fatigue
💪 Less effective training adaptations

Even a small snack can make a difference.

Try:
🍌 A banana
🥨 Pretzels
🍎 Applesauce pouch
🥯 Half a bagel
🥤 A sports drink
🍓 Fruit smoothie

You don't need a full breakfast before an early workout, but giving your body some carbohydrates and fluids can help you train harder and get more out of your practice.

Remember: Practice is where you improve. Fueling before practice helps ensure you're getting the most from every rep, sprint, drill, and workout.

🏆 Don't train on empty. Fuel first.
    Hot weather can make athletes feel less hungry… bu Hot weather can make athletes feel less hungry… but your body still needs fuel. ☀️💧

When the heat kicks up, eating a full meal or snack may not always sound appealing. That’s where fluids can do more than hydrate — they can help fuel performance too.

Smoothies, milk, chocolate milk, and protein shakes can be an easy way to get carbohydrates, protein, fluids, and important nutrients your body needs to train, recover, and perform at its best.

Don’t let the heat be the reason you fall behind on your nutrition. Sip your fuel and keep your body ready for the next practice, workout, or game. 💪Hot weather can make athletes feel less hungry… but your body still needs fuel. ☀️💧
    Potato, Pepper and Sausage Bake Minimal dishes, m Potato, Pepper and Sausage Bake

Minimal dishes, maximum flavor!

Ingredients:
5 large Yukon gold potatoes
2 sweet bell peppers of choice
1 TBS olive oil
1 package Italian sausage
Salt and pepper

Peel and cut potatoes and slice peppers. Add potatoes and peppers to a sheet pan and sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste. Drizzle olive oil until everything is lightly coated. Add sausage to the pan. Baked uncovered at 400 degrees for 30-35 minutes or until sausage is fully cooked.
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