Nutrition
Fueling the busy student-athlete
Student-athletes have a lot on their plates. But that should be even more reason to ensure they are fueling properly to perform at their peak. For a recent story with Kettering Health, Dr. Cindy Cassell,... more »
Nutritional considerations for concussion recovery
Many injuries can sideline athletes. Proper rest, rehabilitation, and nutrition all play a factor in recovery no matter the injury. And for concussions, nutrition may have a bigger role than meets the eye. Understanding both... more »
Three ways to identify nutritional misinformation on social media
With every swipe and scroll there is a new diet trend, miracle supplement, or fitness influencer promising the secret to peak performance and gains. At the height of false internet claims, sports dietitians have first-hand... more »
Maine Athletics unveil new fueling station
Maine Athletics, in conjunction with Hannaford Supermarkets, is excited to officially announce the opening of the Black Bears Fueling Station in Memorial Gymnasium. "We are excited to continue to enhance the student-athlete experience at UMaine... more »
The new UAH nutrition, wellness program strengthens student-athletes
To help the student-athletes at The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) perform at their mental, emotional and physical best, the UAH Department of Athletics is launching a nutrition and mental health wellness program. UAH... more »
Best nutritional practices for building power in athletes
Athletes usually have a common goal when reaching out to a performance dietitian: to improve their nutrition to succeed in their sport. Most sports require power in some shape or form whether that’s exploding across... more »
Effects of intermittent fasting on sports performance
Intermittent fasting has been a popular dietary pattern; notwithstanding its popularity, its impact on sports performance is unclear. Various dietary patterns or protocols have emerged in recent years to reduce or amplify physical exercise-derived adaptations... more »
NASM announces new course on bodybuilding meal prep
The National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), the global leader in fitness and wellness training certifications, kicks off the new year with the introduction of the NASM Bodybuilding Meal Prep Made Easy course. This master... more »
