The Gymnast Nutritionist® Podcast
Welcome to The Gymnast Nutritionist® podcast, a free resource for gymnast, parents, and coaches to learn to fuel the gymnast optimal performance and longevity int he sport. Christina Anderson MS, RDN, CSP, CSSD is a board certified pediatric/adolescent registered dietitian nutritionist, former gymnast, and current nationally rated gymnastics judge. She helps gymnasts and their parents take a proactive approach to fueling, without the stress or overwhelm. This podcast is all #realtalk where she tackles tough subjects about nutrition, body image, and more in the sport of gymnastics.
The Gymnast Nutritionist® Podcast
Latest Episodes
Episode 196: What should your gymnast weigh?
Is your gymnast going through puberty and suddenly looking slower, less powerful, or less consistent in the gym?Has a coach, pediatrician, or even your own worry made you wonder if your gymnast’s weight or changing body is the problem?
Episode 195: Help! My gymnast only wants to eat “junk food”
Did it feel like your gymnast was constantly asking for sugar, snacks, or “junk food” no matter how much you tried to offer balanced meals?Do meals feel like a struggle, leaving you second-guessing what you’re doing?If this sounds...
Episode 194: The Must-Know About Fueling TOPS, HOPES & Elite Gymnasts
Did your gymnast’s competition season feel harder than it should have?Were there unexpected struggles with strength, endurance, injuries, or consistency?As the season wraps up, it’s the perfect time to zoom out and look at what mi...
Episode 84: Road to Nationals Part 2 - How to Keep your Gymnast Healthy this Season [REPLAY]
Do you know how to keep your gymnast healthy this season as they make a run at Nationals? Today is the second episode of our 4-part series, The Road to Nationals. I'm talking about everything you need to know in terms of ...
Episode 83: Road to Nationals Part 1- Back to Nutrition Basics [REPLAY]
If your gymnast is serious about making it to Nationals this year (or any other major competition), now is the time to dial in their nutrition. And I've got something special to help you and your gymnast really hone in on nutrition to sup...
