EATING DISORDER OR RED-S? THE KEY DIFFERENCES
TW: This content mentions eating disorders and body image.
Eating disorders are mental health conditions, whereas RED-S (Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport) is a physiological state caused by an energy imbalance. However, these conditions can overlap.
Winter Supplements for Runners
Winter months bring unique nutritional needs for runners, including reduced sunlight exposure, which increases the need for Vitamin D. Meeting nutrition goals through food is ideal, but supplements can be helpful when dietary intake is insufficient. Below are recommended winter supplements and their top food sources.
Should Athletes Use a CGM? A Look at the Benefits and Drawbacks
A Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) is a medical device designed to deliver real-time measurements of glucose (sugar) levels in the body. Although it is mainly utilized by individuals with diabetes to regulate their blood sugar, it has also become increasingly popular among athletes and health enthusiasts. While these devices offer a wealth of data, it’s crucial to consider how that information will be applied effectively.
Caffeine to improve athletic performance
Studies have shown an improvement in sports performance when caffeine is consumed before exercise (Clarke, 2018). Here are details about how caffeine works and the safe and effective dose that yields the best results.
Don’t Wait: Understanding Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S) and Low Energy Availability (LEA)
By Kate Cochran, Nutrition Intern, NYU Track and Field
When I first learned about low energy availability (LEA) and relative energy deficiency in sport (RED-S) at twenty-one, I was four years deep into my distance running journey. It was while reading “How She Did It” by renowned female distance athletes Molly Huddle and Sara Slattery, both esteemed Olympians themselves, where I first learned about the syndrome. It was something I wish I knew when I began running at sixteen. I firmly believe it’s essential for every female athlete to familiarize themselves with RED-S early on, considering its potential impact on their athletic path.
Conversations with Rachel Kaplan, Division 1 College Gymnast
I had the opportunity to watch the Olympic gymnastics with my niece, Rachel Kaplan, a Division 1 gymnast and uneven bar specialist. Here are some key excerpts from our conversation that can be valuable for anyone looking to compete in college, especially females in body image-focused sports:
Optimizing Performance: Nutrition Strategies for a Soccer Game
Soccer is an endurance sport that requires a steady supply of nutrients. Optimizing energy levels and performance involves special attention to fueling strategies before, during and after training and competing. In order to keep up with high energy and fluid requirements, special attention needs to focus on practices, games and tournaments.
INJURY PREVENTION FOR MARATHON RUNNERS
Brendan Martin, physical therapist and elite runner discusses important tips to prevent injuries at the start of marathon training.
Refueling After a Workout When You’re Not Hungry
Eating after a workout is important to optimize recovery, performance and overall health. Eating within one hour after a workout enhances recovery. This period of time is known as the glycogen window, during which nutrients are maximally absorbed into the body. Over the next 6-12 hours, absorption will continue, but at a slower rate. Consuming carbohydrates within the first hour after a workout aids in glycogen repletion while protein prevents further muscle breakdown.
Fast track recovery: How to eat when you’re injured
If you’re an athlete dealing with an injury, adjusting your diet can aid in recovery and overall health. The best nutrition to support healing from soft tissue injuries like pulled muscles, strained tendons or damaged cartilage will differ from the best nutrition for hard tissue injuries like fractured or broken bones.