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 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, your Level 9/10 gymnast already works incredibly hard. But when it comes to nutrition, discipline often takes on the wrong meaning. In this episode, we’re unpacking what gymnast disciplined nutrition truly looks like—and how many athletes are missing the mark without even realizing it.
Too often, “discipline” around food turns into restriction, guilt, or fear of eating enough. Many gymnasts believe being disciplined means eating perfectly, cutting out “junk,” or following rigid food rules. But true gymnast disciplined nutrition is about consistency, balance, and fueling intentionally—not about being perfect.
If your gymnast is striving for a college scholarship, trying to move up to elite, or simply wants to stay healthy and strong all season, they need more than willpower—they need a clear strategy.
✨ Ready to learn more? Tune in now to know what it really means for your gymnast to be disciplined with nutrition
In this episode you'll hear about:
- The #1 priority with fueling a level 9/10 gymnast
- The 5 nutrition foundations that most upper level gymnast need to work on...that may not always be the most "enjoyable"
- The importance of support and autonomy for your older gymnast
Links & Resources
- Episode 58: Why Sport Dietitians Nutritionists aren’t the Food Police
- 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
