The Youth Sports Post-Game Snack
It’s been a couple of years since we’ve had the post-game snack duty. In fact, I really thought we were […]
Fueling & Performance
Carbohydrate Fueling for a High School Cross Country Race
Cross country season will be here again before we know it and fueling is more important than ever. High school
Nutrition Periodization for Youth Athletes
What is Nutrition Periodization? Periodization in training and in sports is a common practice. It is how an athlete prepares
10 Best Snacks for Backpacks
We are getting close parents — it’s almost time to go back to school. That means the grind is happening
Are Sports Drinks OK for Young Athletes?
The sports drink. Woven into America’s youth sports culture, much like fruit gummies and Cheetos. The overconsumption and misuse of
Teens and Caffeine
With the rise of the designer energy drink, it’s hard to distinguish what’s good and what’s bad. Remember, back in
Should Teens Take Vitamin D?
The sunshine vitamin, vitamin D, gets a lot of attention during the winter months, and for good reason. It’s hard
Track Season Nutrition
It’s spring and that means it’s track season. Whether your young athlete is a sprinter, in track events, or choosing
Does Your Teen Need Protein Powder
Teens and Protein Powder Sports supplements are estimated by some market research firms to be a $42 billion/year industry, with some anticipating
Staying active in the off-season for young athletes
If there ever was an off-season, we are in it. No sports to be found. If you are lucky enough
Portable snacks for young athletes
Alright moms, dads, grandparents, or all of you who cart the kids around from practice to practice and games on
Is my adolescent athlete getting enough iron?
As the mom of 3 competitive swimmers, their everyday nutrition becomes more important and I work each day to make
Vitamin C and athletic performance
Vitamin C and Peformance When we think about nutrition and athletic performance, breaking down each nutrient would make you crazy.