Episode 171: Our Approach to Labs, Supplements, and Mineral Analysis for Gymnasts

When it comes to fueling high-level gymnasts, there’s no shortage of opinions and advice floating around online. But when it comes to your gymnast’s health and performance, “guessing” is not a strategy. In this episode, I’m breaking down our approach to labs, supplements, and mineral analysis for gymnasts. You’ll learn why blindly adding supplements can do more harm than good, when lab testing makes sense, and how mineral analysis can give us deeper insights into your gymnast’s fueling and recovery needs.

If you’ve ever wondered whether labs or supplements are necessary for your gymnast—or felt overwhelmed by conflicting information—this episode will help you cut through the noise and focus on what truly supports long-term health and performance. 

✨ Ready to peak behind the curtain? Tune in now to Episode 171 and learn more.

In this episode you’ll hear about:  

• Why “Dr. Google” and crowd-sourcing supplement advice can seriously backfire for your gymnast
• What labs (bloodwork) and tests we are most interested in
• Flashy tests, labs, or supplements that aren’t actually helping your gymnast

Links & Resources 

• Episode 144: Why we do HTMA testing and labs with gymnasts (+ more of my story)
• What is HTMA Testing and How Can It Help Your Gymnast?
• The Balanced Gymnast® Program for level 5-10 female gymnasts 
• Connect with Christina on Instagram @the.gymnast.nutritionist or christinaandersonrdn.com