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 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 really challenge you to dig in and try and understand what could be making your gymnast feel this way.
In this episode of The Gymnast Nutritionist® Podcast, we dive into the real reasons why gymnasts feel like giving up and whether nutrition can play a role in helping them push through.
While nutrition can’t fix every challenge, it can make a huge difference. Underfueling often leads to fatigue, poor recovery, stalled progress, and higher injury risk—all of which can make your gymnast say she wants to quit. But by addressing nutrition early, you give your gymnast the best chance to stay healthy, motivated, and confident in their sport.
If your gymnast is on the verge of quitting, this episode is a MUST listen. Understanding how fueling is affecting her love of the sport could make all the difference. Getting help with nutrition now could be the key to keeping them strong, resilient, and enjoying gymnastics again.
✨ Ready to learn more? Tune in now to Episode 172.
In this episode you'll hear about:
- The top reasons why gymnasts end up quitting
- How underfueling makes every obstacle feel bigger
- Why fueling right can change how your gymnast feels about the sport
Links & Resources
- Episode 113: The 5 Stages of Underfueling – Gymnast Edition
- Episode 167: Why Eating Healthy Isn’t Enough for Gymnast Success (and What to Do Instead)
- The Balanced Gymnast® Program for level 5-10 female gymnasts
- Connect with Christina on Instagram @the.gymnast.nutritionist or christinaandersonrdn.com
