Athletes wouldn’t dream of racing a car without fuel — yet many try to compete while underfueled. Skipping meals, cutting carbs, or “pushing through” hunger might seem disciplined, but it’s one of the fastest ways to limit performance, slow recovery, and increase...
Osteoporosis is often thought of as a condition that only affects older adults—but the reality is that bone health is built (or compromised) much earlier in life. For young athletes, especially during adolescence and early adulthood, the choices made today can...
When it comes to athletic performance, nutrition often steals the spotlight—but hydration is just as important. As a Sports Dietitian, I spend a lot of time talking about eating enough to fuel training. But without proper hydration, even the best nutrition plan can...
“Just eat clean.” It sounds like good advice. It’s simple. It’s well-intentioned. And for athletes, it’s often the exact thing holding them back. In fact, clean eating is not only ineffective for athletes—it can be harmful when misunderstood or applied rigidly. I’ve...
If you’re reading this, you’re likely either a parent of a young athlete hoping to compete at the collegiate level—or you’re an athlete yourself who wants to perform better, recover faster, and protect long-term health. At Sports Nutrition University, we work with...
