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Stefanie Rock
Jul 19, 20241 min read
3 protein myths athletes believe...
We really can't blame kids for believing these protein myths... they're truly so eager to learn how to maximize their energy, strength,...
Stefanie Rock
Jan 30, 20241 min read
8 habits keeping you from your goals
You're motivated. You're doing extra workouts. You're giving your all in games. So why are you STILL not meeting your goals? Too often we...
Stefanie Rock
Jan 20, 20242 min read
high emotions affecting their game?
Frustrated with recurring excessive emotions? Tired of frequent conversations about retaliation penalties, ineffective mindset, or...
Stefanie Rock
Dec 7, 20232 min read
Help! My athlete won't eat meat!
If there's one thing that's predictable about an adolescent's appetite, it's that it's completely unpredictable! Favorite foods suddenly...
Stefanie Rock
Aug 8, 20232 min read
How many calories do athletes need in a day?
Between training and growing, youth and teen athletes are burning a ton of energy. It seems only appropriate that they need a ton of...
Stefanie Rock
Aug 23, 20221 min read
8 School Snack ideas for Athletes...
Let’s face it, school hours aren’t always accommodating for fueling consistency. And since athletes need to refuel every 2-3 hours…...
Stefanie Rock
Jul 8, 20222 min read
Why athletes need to ignore the drink a gallon of water a day trend...
A couple weeks ago, I spoke with 300 athletes on the East Coast. I expected a few hands to raise when I asked the older teens if they'd...
Stefanie Rock
Jun 24, 20222 min read
Sports nutrition for picky eaters
Fueling athletes with enough energy for their sports can feel challenging... fueling picky eaters can feel downright impossible. I know...
Stefanie Rock
Mar 22, 20222 min read
What to eat for after school practice
We know consistent fueling is essential for athletes, but how are they supposed to eat before practice when there's no time to head home...
Stefanie Rock
Feb 24, 20222 min read
Why I don't talk to athletes about calories...
Much like a pound of feathers weighs the same as a pound of bricks... or walking a mile on a track is the same distance as walking a mile...
Stefanie Rock
Feb 11, 20223 min read
4 "emergency" fueling staples to keep on hand
After a short, but intense, bout of food poisoning, I’ll fully admit I did a horrible job of re-nourishing myself. The main reason? Even...
Stefanie Rock
Dec 13, 20212 min read
3 things you need to know about the teenage brain...
What was he thinking? I've told her a hundred times! I thought we already solved this problem? GO TO BED!! Odds are good that if you're...
Stefanie Rock
Dec 6, 20212 min read
Why 'athletes can eat whatever they want' is a myth
Here’s a staggering fact. Worldwide, the United States ranks in the top nations for obesity AND malnutrition. Essentially, we are a...
Stefanie Rock
Jul 28, 20212 min read
The downside of "do whatever it takes..."
The concept isn't new. Even when I was a 12 year old gymnast I knew the expectation- do whatever it takes... at any cost." Which is why I...
Stefanie Rock
Feb 15, 20211 min read
12 reasons why your athlete needs micronutrients...
I often equate the macronutrients (carbohydrates, protein, and fat) to a sports essential gear: skates, stick, helmet. No ref would let...
Stefanie Rock
Jan 7, 20212 min read
One Change to reach performance goals
The majority of athletes come to me with three things in common: they have specific performance goals, they're under hydrated, and...
Stefanie Rock
Dec 18, 20202 min read
Mental training for performance: 3 techniques to start now...
Before you lace up your skates. Before you hit the gym. Before your take your game to the next level... two things have to happen to...
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