The Sports Nutrition Playbook Podcast

The Sports Nutrition Playbook Podcast

Hosted by: Amy Goodson MS, RD, LD, CSSD

The Sports Nutrition Playbook Podcast is a play-by-play on sports nutrition for youth athletes, coaches, athletic trainers, and parents. Full of practical, easy-to-use fueling strategies, tips, and examples, the...

Episodes

Ep. 61 The Sports Nutrition Playbook to Boost Mental and Physical Performance

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As an athlete, your performance isn’t just about fueling your body—it’s about fueling your brain too. In this episode, we dig into the powerful connection between nutrition, stress management, and peak performance....
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Ep. 60 Advancing Movement and Recovery in Teen Athletes

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In this episode, we sit down with Tom Swales—a physiotherapist, strength coach, and creator of the Advanced Movement Therapist (AMT) Certification—for a powerful conversation on redefining rehabilitation and...
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Ep. 59 The Sports Drink Debate: Should You Drink Them or Not?

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In this episode of The Sports Nutrition Playbook Podcast, we dive into the heated debate around sports drinks and clear up the controversy once and for all. While they often get labeled as “sugar water,” sports drinks...
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Ep. 58 Supplements & Performance: What Female Athletes Need to Know

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In this episode, Dr. Rachele Pojednic breaks down what female athletes really need to know about supplements and performance. From navigating common nutrient gaps and hormonal shifts to understanding the difference...
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Ep. 57 Top 5 Summer Nutrition Mistakes (And How to Fix Them)

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Summer break might be a time for athletes to train, travel, and reset—but it’s also prime time for fueling mistakes. In this episode of The Sports Nutrition Playbook, Amy Goodson breaks down the top five nutrition...
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Ep. 56 Smart Summer Snacking for Athletes

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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

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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

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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

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month — and as athletes, we talk a lot about fueling for performance. But what about fueling your brain?  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?

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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

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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

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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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