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.
Podcasting since 2022 • 174 episodes
The Gymnast Nutritionist® Podcast
Latest Episodes
Episode 176 - Fueled Gymnast Fall: Are so many gymnasts really underfueled?
Welcome to Fueled Gymnast Fall, a podcast series on what you need to know about fueling your gymnast as we move into this next competitive season. And on today's episode, we're diving right in with the question, "Are so many gymnasts really und...
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Episode 176
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The Need-to-Know About OCD (Osteochondritis Dissecans) and Nutrition for Gymnasts
What Is OCD (Osteochondritis Dissecans) and how does nutrition play a role for your gymnast? In this episode, we’re diving into one of the most misunderstood overuse injuries in gymnastics. OCD, or Osteochondritis Dissecans, ...
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Episode 175
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Episode 174 – Should Your Gymnast Miss Practice Because of Underfueling?
When a gymnast is underfueled, deciding whether they should practice can feel like a tough call. But is keeping them out of practice a punishment...or protection? In this episode, we dive into why it's sometimes the safest and only option for a...
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Episode 173: Is Your L9/10 Gymnast Disciplined Enough with Nutrition to Reach Their Goals?
Is your Level 9/10 gymnast disciplined enough with nutrition to perform, recover, and reach their biggest goals?Every high-level gymnast knows that discipline is part of the sport. From perfecting routines to managing school and training...
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Episode 172: So your gymnast wants to quit—will working on nutrition help?
s your gymnast talking about quitting? If so, you’re not alone. Many parents and coaches face this difficult situation of their gymnast saying she wants to quit. But whether it comes out of the blue or feels like the inevitable conclusion, I'd ...
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