Here at The Gymnast Nutritionist™, we get asked a lot about the best nutrition for gymnasts. We love that parents are doing the work, trying to learn how to best support their athlete on this rollercoaster ride. We applaud you for taking the time to get it right! ...
Proper and adequate nutrition is essential for the gymnast who has suffered a concussion. Because of these “invisible injuries”, nutrition is often overlooked and this will only delay the healing time. Plus it can lead to further issues with the...
Making a college gymnastics team is a huge feat that gymnasts work their entire careers to accomplish. Then having to compete for another four years is an even loftier goal. Unfortunately, many gymnasts have not learned to manage their own nutrition and schedules in...
How do you get your gymnast on board with nutrition coaching when they feel like they “know everything” or just roll their eyes at you when you bring up the subject? Why does she shy away, argue, or get defensive when you suggest she make changes to her diet?...
What are the first words you think of when I say the word dietitian or nutritionist? If you thought “meal plan”, then you are spot on. Especially in the sport of gymnastics, many gymnasts, parents, and coaches thrive off of predictability and consistency. When it...
