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The Gymnast Nutritionist® Podcast
Welcome to The Gymnast Nutritionist® podcast, a free resource for gymnast, parents, and coaches to learn to fuel the gymnast optimal performance and longevity int he sport. Christina Anderson MS, RDN, CSP, CSSD is a board certified pediatric/adolescent registered dietitian nutritionist, former gymnast, and current nationally rated gymnastics judge. She helps gymnasts and their parents take a proactive approach to fueling, without the stress or overwhelm. This podcast is all #realtalk where she tackles tough subjects about nutrition, body image, and more in the sport of gymnastics.
The Gymnast Nutritionist® Podcast
Episode 83: Road to Nationals Part 1- Back to Nutrition Basics [REPLAY]
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If your gymnast is serious about making it to Nationals this year (or any other major competition), now is the time to dial in their nutrition. And I've got something special to help you and your gymnast really hone in on nutrition to support them throughout this very long competition season.
There's no better time than the beginning of competition season to help bring it back to the basics. Today's episode is the first in a brand new series, Road to Nationals, because that is ultimately the goal of most of our athletes. And I want to help!
So why is it so important that we take it back to basics and what do we really need to focus on in terms of nutrition for gymnasts hoping to make it Nationals this season?
Listen in to hear more about how to best support your gymnast on their Road to Nationals.
In this episode you'll hear about:
- Periodization and fueling for the work required
- Importance of closing the recovery gap and the cumulative effect of lack of recovery
- The need for a performance nutrition strategy and going into workouts well fueled
Links & Resources
- The Balanced Gymnast® Program for level 5-10 female gymnasts
- Episode 75: You vs You - Is your gymnast meeting her full potential?
- Episode 59: Nutrition is a controllable for gymnasts
- Connect with Christina on Instagram @the.gymnast.nutritionist or christinaandersonrdn.com
