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Amy Stephens

MS, RDN, CDCES, CSSD

Licensed dietitian

specializing in sports nutrition 

and eating disorders

Amy Stephens is a registered dietitian, certified specialist in sports nutrition, blogger, runner and food coach. She has over 20 years experience working with amateur and high-performing Olympic level athletes to achieve their sports performance goals using the latest science-backed approaches. Currently, Amy serves as team dietitian for Empire Elite Track Club, a high level group of athletes focused on making the US Olympic team. She coaches elite athletes on nutrition for optimal performance and recovery to maximize their personal success. She has traveled with her team to the Olympic trials in Eugene, OR as well as many other qualifying meets. There, Amy learned first-hand how to fuel high performing athletes for competition. 

Amy also works as a collegiate dietitian for NYU Track and Field team which is located in New York City, New York. Amy meets with the team regularly to provide education on performance nutrition, meal plans, and race day nutrition.

Amy has experience working with athletes that struggle with proper fueling with a history of eating disorders, including RED-S. She works with her athletes to find holes in their current eating plans and creates easy-to-follow steps to improve their health and performance. Amy can work with you to create a nutrition plan to give you peak performance in any sport. Amy has worked with athletes focused on running,  (marathon, track, ultra runners), pickleball, baseball, tennis and cycling. She is a runner herself and recently ran her first Boston qualifying (BQ) time in 2021. 

Latest Blog Posts and Press

Nutrition for a Half Marathon: Fueling for Performance

Whether it’s your first half marathon or your 10th: Whether you’re aiming for a PR or running for fun, proper nutrition is key to sustaining energy, optimizing performance, and ensuring good recovery. This guide covers everything you need to know about fueling before, during, and after your race, along with common mistakes to avoid.

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BEST foods to eat after a workout – tips from the Martin Coaching Team

Foods consumed after a workout will impact recovery and sports performance.

We asked the Martin coaching team about which foods they eat after a workout and it was no surprise that we received great responses instantly. At the elite level, nutrition is dialed in and the athletes know which foods to grab after a tough workout to promote recovery.

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HOW TO USE GELS FOR ENDURANCE ATHLETES

Gels are a compact and convenient way to deliver easily digestible carbohydrates during endurance sports like running, cycling, swimming, or triathlons. They provide quick energy to fuel your performance and help you maintain steady energy levels throughout your activity. Here’s a breakdown of the key factors to consider when selecting the best gels for your events.

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Licensed dietitian

 Specializing in sports nutrition and eating disorders

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