Episode 63: 3 Nutrition Reasons Why Your Gymnast Complains of Dizziness

Does your gymnast complain of dizziness and you think her nutrition might be the cause?

When soliciting advice from other gym parents about their gymnast’s dizziness, most parents hear they should visit their pediatrician. As well as possibly a cardiologist or neurologist. However, very few pursue a comprehensive nutrition assessment because they just don’t know what they don’t know. 

Parents aren’t aware that this nutrition assessment for gymnasts battling dizziness often uncovers vital information that can be a huge asset in the doctor’s workup. As well as their differential diagnosis. 

Sometimes there are serious medical conditions going on. Sometimes it’s just lifestyle modifications that can make a huge difference. The only way to truly understand what’s going on in your gymnast battling dizziness is to rule out any nutrition issues, along with the medical workup.

Small changes in your gymnast’s nutrition can have huge, meaningful impacts to their daily training and overall performance in the sport. Listen into today’s episode to learn more. 

In this episode you’ll hear about: 

• What is the difference between dizziness and lightheadedness? 
• The 3 main reasons we see gymnasts struggling with dizziness
• Why it is vital to know exactly what to test for gymnasts experiencing ongoing dizziness

 Links & Resources 

• The Balanced Gymnast®  Program for level 5-10 female gymnasts 
• Episode 4: Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport and Gymnastics
• Episode 8: Gymnast Nutrition + Endurance
• Take the Quiz
• Connect with Christina on Instagram @the.gymnast.nutritionist or support@christinaandersonrdn.com