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Ep. 56 Smart Summer Snacking for Athletes
In this episode, Amy is joined by Megan Reamer, founder of Jackson’s Sweet Potato Chips, to explore how one family's mission to support their son's health evolved into a brand athletes and parents alike can trust....
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Ep. 55 Fueling Morning Workouts
Summer training demands more from your body—and your fueling strategy. In this episode, we’re breaking down five essential tips to help athletes tackle early workouts, rising temps, and long training days with energy...
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Ep. 54 Exhausted to Energized – Helping Parents, Coaches, and ATCs
In this empowering episode, author and wellness expert Robyn Engelson joins us to share insights from her book Exhausted to Energized – 90 Days to Your Best Self. Designed specifically for parents, coaches, and...
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Ep. 53 Fueling Your Brain: The Power of Nutrition on Athlete Mental Health
May is Mental Health Awareness Month — and as athletes, we talk a lot about fueling for performance. But what about fueling your brain?Â
In this episode of The Sports Nutrition Playbook, we’re breaking down the...
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Ep. 52 Creatine HCl – What Is It and Why Do You Need It?
In this episode, I am joined by Mark Faulkner, Founder of CON-CRET. We’re diving into the world of creatine HCl—what it is, how it stacks up against creatine monohydrate, and why it’s gaining popularity among...
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Ep. 51 Bulking Done Right: How to Gain Muscle Without Unnecessary Fat
In this episode of The Sports Nutrition Playbook podcast, we're diving into the fundamentals of smart muscle gain—without unnecessary fat accumulation. Learn how to gradually increase calories for lean mass,...
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Ep. 50 Sweat, Sun, and Skincare: What a Female Athlete Needs to Know
In this episode, we dive into the unique skincare challenges faced by female athletes with Ann Ragan Kearns, former Penn State swimmer and founder of Medalist Skin. Ann shares how her experiences in the pool led her...
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Ep. 49 How to Shape an Athlete’s Plate
In this episode, host and sports dietitian Amy Goodson breaks down how to shape an athlete’s plate for peak performance. From balancing macronutrients to timing meals around training, Amy shares practical strategies...
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Ep. 48 Enhancing Cultural Competence in Sports
In this episode of The Sports Nutrition Playbook, host Amy Goodson sits down with sports dietitian Briana Butler to explore the vital role of cultural competence in fueling athletes for peak performance. They discuss...
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Ep. 47 2025 Nutrition Trends: What an Athlete Needs to Know
In this episode, host Amy Goodson joins us to break down three trending nutrition topics for 2025: raw milk, seed oils, and red dye. She gets real about whether these buzzy food concerns are worth stressing over or...
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Ep. 46 Building Bridges: Enhancing Communication in High School Athletics
In Episode 46, host Amy is joined by strength coach Shelby Reichle to explore the vital role communication plays in fostering successful athletic programs. Shelby shares insights on overcoming common communication...
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Ep. 45 Fueling vs. Fixing: Addressing Body Fat Concerns in Young Athletes
In this episode, Amy explores the natural changes in body composition that youth and teen athletes experience during growth and development, often influenced by puberty, dietary habits, and lifestyle. She addresses...
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