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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
Episode 133: Is it too late to start working on nutrition during competition season? [MINDSET]
Is it “too late” to start working on your gymnast’s nutrition this competition season?
Short answer: “NO”
SO MUCH can happen in just a few weeks of proper, adequate fueling to support your gymnast’s health, recovery, and performance.
Some things can improve really quickly
✅ Heavy legs/muscles (often from inadequate carb intake/poor recovery)
✅ Fatigue/lethargy
✅ Headaches/stomachaches
✅ Poor mood/emotion regulation
✅ Energy, power, endurance during long workouts
Other things take more time
❌ bone injury healing (stress reaction/fracture/break)
❌ poor growth/development
❌ GI issues (bloating, constipation)
❌ primary or secondary amenorrhea (no period)
❌ intense burnout/overtraining related fatigue (nervous system)
❌ body composition changes
Time is marching on whether you like it or not, and underfueling is sneaky and often not seen by the naked eye
Will this add to your “mental load” this spring?
Yes and no.
Links & Resources
- The Balanced Gymnast® Program for level 5-10 female gymnasts
- Connect with Christina on Instagram @the.gymnast.nutritionist or christinaandersonrdn.com
