What grab-n-go food should you keep on hand to keep them fueled? And how much do they need? School is back in full swing and that means life is even busier than it was during the summer! If you’re not prepared with quick and easy foods to keep on hand for your athlete, then you’ll […]

Healthy Snacks for Young Athletes Back in School

Training in the summer heat? What do you reach for to stay hydrated and fueled? When it comes to staying hydrated, knowing when to reach for plain water, an electrolyte supplement, or a sports drink can dramatically impact your performance. But what’s the difference? And does it matter? The answer is a resounding “YES”, and […]

Sports Drinks vs Electrolytes

Athletes and active individuals need to drink more than just water. With sweaty summer training, your body’s best friend is sodium. Here in South Carolina, it’s a typical hot and humid summer, and any activity outdoors can take it out of you…sodium that is! Many of my clients are telling me how they’re not feeling […]

How to Prevent Dehydration with Electrolytes

What do you do for fueling your young athlete who’s not easy to feed? In this video, I share what works in my household, and some tips to help break through picky-eating habits. Athletes of every age require more fuel and calories so they can perform in their sport and maintain energy and muscle mass. […]

How to Help an Athlete Who is a Picky Eater

Here’s a question for parents: are you packing the cooler with the right fuel to support your young athlete’s performance? In this video, I unpack the essentials you should pack for away games and competitions. If you’re tired of relying on what snacks the team is providing, or end up grabbing a bag of chips […]

How to Pack a Cooler for an Away Game or Competition

1) What goals are you striving to accomplish in working with Elite Nutrition & Performance? During my time with Elite Nutrition & Performance, I hope to lose body fat, gain muscle definition, increase my strength and endurance, and learn how to maximize my health with diet and exercise. 2) What has it been like to […]