Struggling with Energy, Periods, or Pre-Practice Snacks? Your Top Athlete Nutrition Questions Answered! | EP41
Are you skipping breakfast, relying too much on protein powders, or wondering how to get your period back while staying game-ready? In this packed Q&A episode, host Stephanie answers your most common nutrition questions straight from Instagram. She shares smart, doable tips for starting small with breakfast, choosing protein from whole foods, and building pre-practice snacks that actually work. Plus, she covers the real impact of underfueling on your menstrual cycle and performance, and how a few changes can get your energy, strength, and focus back. Whether you’re an athlete who’s overwhelmed or just curious what “eating right” really looks like for your sport, this episode is a goldmine of practical advice.
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Episode highlights:
(1:49) Is breakfast really that important?
(4:12) How to get more protein without powders
(5:34) Best pre-practice snacks for energy
(6:57) How to get your period back as an athlete
(9:43) Is chocolate milk actually a good recovery drink?
(10:35) How much and how often should I eat for performance?
