Amy Stephens
MS, RDN, CSSD, CEDS
Licensed dietitian
specializing in sports nutrition
and eating disorders
Blog and Press
Breakfast ideas for high school athletes
Breakfast is often one of the most overlooked meals for teen athletes, yet it can have a major impact on both academic and athletic performance as well as growth and overall health. In fact, a study by Adolphus in 2013 found that students who eat breakfast regularly tend to have better overall performance compared to those who skip it.
COMMON NUTRITION MISTAKES RUNNERS MAKE (AND HOW TO FIX THEM)
Training for a marathon takes a lot of time and consistency. Most runners spend months building mileage, following a plan, and dialing in their workouts. One thing that often gets overlooked is nutrition. While runners put a lot of effort into training, many are unknowingly making fueling mistakes that are completely preventable. A lot of runners don’t realize how much fueling impacts performance, but it plays a major role in both training and race day.
When Should You Use Electrolytes for Running?
Athletes often lose a significant amount of sweat when working out, especially in the summer months. Because sweat contains electrolytes, it's essential to replace them to maintain proper hydration and muscle function. This ensures you perform at your best and recover eectively.
Ferritin Levels for Athletes: What’s the Optimal Level?
If you’ve ever been told your iron levels are normal but you still feel fatigued, your ferritin might tell a different story. Ferritin is an important blood marker that indicates your iron stores, and for athletes, “normal” isn’t necessarily optimal for performance. Normal levels may be adequate but if you are an athlete, higher ranges are important to optimize performance.
7 Common Reasons Runners Have Cravings (And How to Fix Them)
Cravings are common, especially in individuals exercising at a high level. The most effective way to manage them is to understand what’s driving them and start by developing a nutrition plan that addresses those causes directly.
FALL MARATHON FUELING SESSIONS
Join sports dietitian Amy Stephens for a 5-session program focused on fueling for fall marathons. Topics include how to fuel before and after workouts, hydration for summer training, fueling during long runs, and race day preparation.