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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
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
Mar 22, 20232 min read
How to reduce risk of injury in youth and teen athletes...
Neither athletes nor coaches want to see anyone sidelined with an injury. Although the nature of sports comes with an increased risk,...
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
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
Jan 29, 20213 min read
Why athletes need carbs
Walk into any grocery or convenience store and it’s quickly obvious which products are front and center…Protein bars! Protein shakes!...
Stefanie Rock
Nov 22, 20202 min read
Late Night Fueling: Part 3 of fueling athletes on the road
No doubt, sleep is essential for recovery, especially during multiple games in a weekend. But food is equally necessary. Granted this...
Stefanie Rock
Oct 22, 20201 min read
On the road Part 1: fueling athletes between games
Thanks to Covid restrictions, currently ALL of our games are out of town. While it's fantastic that they're even playing, fueling on the...
Stefanie Rock
Oct 14, 20202 min read
5 ways to tell if your athlete is missing key nutrients...
It's not easy to convince kids to eat fruits and vegetables just because they're healthier than chips and fries. Although we, as parents,...
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