Episode 92: Gymnast nutrition and strength training with Dr. Stacie Barber PT, DPT, CSCS

I know so many struggling gymnasts who think they need to double down on strength training/conditioning at this point of the season, but have never addressed their nutrition. So then they’re left wondering why they can’t get stronger, faster, or more powerful no matter how much extra conditioning they do. Or maybe they’re injured and season is over but they’re seeing a PT who doesn’t understand gymnastics and isn’t doing them any favors.

Today I’m chatting with CEO of The Physio Fix Dr. Stacey Barber on the symbiotic relationship between nutrition and strength training specifically for gymnasts. Neither one exists in a vacuum and they need to cohesively work together for your gymnast to reach her full potential. Focusing on properly fueling your gymnast is not only about keeping them healthy plus growing and developing (although let’s be honest that should be our first focus!). It’s also about helping them have the energy and resources to adapt to their training to become powerful enough to do those upper level skills.

And it’s also about using nutrition alongside the correct PT/recovery when your gymnast is out with injury. Listen in to hear more about how your gymnast can integrate their nutrition, strength training, and recovery for their strongest upgrade season yet.

In this episode you’ll hear about: 

• The importance of specialized physical therapy in gymnastics
• The role of strength training in gymnastics
• The impact of nutrition and training during puberty

  Links & Resources  

• The Balanced Gymnast® Program for level 5-10 female gymnasts 
• The Physio Fix, helping gymnasts + strength athletes feel better
• Episode 29: NCAA Gymnastics Recruiting and Nutrition – The need to know with Jill Hicks
• Connect with Christina on Instagram @the.gymnast.nutritionist or christinaandersonrdn.com