Episode 85: Road to Nationals Part 3 – Making every meal count for your gymnast

Is your gymnast making EVERY meal count this competition season? Or is she skipping meals because life just seems too busy and stressful this time of year?

Welcome to part 3 of our 4-part series, The Road to Nationals. Today I’m discussing why at this point of the season it’s absolutely crucial to double down on your gymnast’s nutrition.

During this point of the season is when we start to see gymnasts gassing out due to lack of energy or endurance, injuries, stress, or any other number of reasons. And some think it really only matters what gymnasts eat on meet days to get peak performance.

Here’s the thing; yes it’s important to make sure our athletes are properly fueled for whatever time their session is. But it’s not going to make much of a difference if your gymnast isn’t properly fueled in the first place. Every single meal counts for your gymnast in terms of closing the recovery gap and keeping your athlete fueled.

But if your gymnast wants to reach her big goals and dreams, focusing on her daily nutrition now is a non-negotiable. Listen in to hear more about how to best support your gymnast on their Road to Nationals. 

In this episode you’ll hear about: 

• Why high-level gymnasts need every meal, including breakfast and lunch, every day
• How to navigate the struggle with dinner and post-workout meals
• How to show up to practice each Monday and perform at your highest potential

 Links & Resources 

• The Balanced Gymnast® Program for level 5-10 female gymnasts
• Episode 84:Road to Nationals Part 2 – How to Keep your Gymnast Healthy this Season 
• Episode 4: Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport and Gymnastics
• Episode 48: Do Gymnasts Need Snack Breaks?
• Connect with Christina on Instagram @the.gymnast.nutritionist or christinaandersonrdn.com