Do you worry about your gymnast’s diet and whether she’s eating the “right foods”? Parents (and coaches) often worry when they watch their gymnasts’ bodies change. They assume it’s because of what the athlete is eating. But food is just one part of the equation....
It goes without saying, but a high level gymnast has extremely high energy needs with greater amounts of vitamins/minerals/antioxidants needed than the non-athlete due to this wear and tear from high levels of training (optional level gymnasts and above). Many...