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Ep. 53 Fueling Your Brain: The Power of Nutrition on Athlete Mental Health
May is Mental Health Awareness Month â 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, weâre breaking down the...
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Ep. 52 Creatine HCl â What Is It and Why Do You Need It?
In this episode, weâre diving into the world of creatine HClâwhat it is, how it stacks up against creatine monohydrate, and why itâs gaining popularity among athletes, gym-goers, and even everyday individuals looking...
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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 gainâwithout 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 Athleteâs Plate
In this episode, host and sports dietitian Amy Goodson breaks down how to shape an athleteâs 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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Ep. 44 Can Trendy Diets Lead to Performance Deficits?
Host and sports dietitian Amy Goodson is joined by Zoë Rom and Kylee Van Horn of Your Diet Sucks as they explore the allure and dangers of trendy diets for youth and teen athletes. From the influence of social media...
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Ep. 43 Holiday Hacks for Athletes
The holidays are a time for celebration but can disrupt athletic routines. These five simple hacks from host and sports dietitian Amy Goodson help youth, teen, and college athletes stay fueled and focused: maintain a...
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Ep. 42 Beyond the Game: Redefining Athletic Identity to Help Teens Find Purpose Beyond Sports
In this episode of The Sports Nutrition Playbook, host Amy Goodson sits down with Michael Willett of WalkOn Nation to discuss the complexities of athletic identity and its impact on teen athletes. They explore what it...
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