Sports performance & injury prevention
As an athlete, food is one of many important components of your training, performance, and recovery. What should you eat? When? How much? Do you need to eat during a workout? How much protein do you need? All of these questions are likely swirling around in your mind amidst all your other training concerns, like your next workout, upcoming competition, and ongoing recovery. With a registered dietitian, you can be sure you’re hitting the mark on all of the above and fueling for performance.
Meal timing
When you eat is just as important as what you eat. A poorly timed meal can have a drastic effect on a competition or workout, leading to digestive distress or inadequate energy. Everyone digests food differently, so it’s crucial to find what works for you. Working with a registered dietitian, you can methodically test different approaches to find your personal optimal meal timing to ensure proper energy and prevent any digestive upset.
Body composition
Many sports require weight management, whether to make a certain weight class or maintain optimal dynamics. You also want to be sure you’re fueling for muscle growth. Whatever your goals are, your Fay dietitian can help you reach them with a personalized meal plan that is tailored to your specific needs. If you struggle with disordered eating, your RDN can also help manage that as you tackle this often-complicated facet of athletics.
Macro- & micronutrient intake
Every athlete wants to know: how much protein should I eat? Protein is a crucial element of sports nutrition, but so are the other macronutrients, fat and carbohydrates, as well as micronutrients (vitamins and minerals). Your dietitian will provide custom macros and nutrient guidelines based on your personal health history and athletic goals, all designed to prime you for top performance.