What’s the difference between a dietitian and a nutritionist?
It’s a matter of education and training.
MARATHON RACE DAY – 7 Common Mistakes Runners Make
You might have the best shoes and completed the best training plan, but if your nutrition is off on race day, you won’t perform your best. Whether this is your first or tenth marathon, here are a few common mistakes that I hear from my athletes.
How to Restore Your Period as an Endurance Athlete
Athletes burn tons of extra calories each day because of the high demands of their training. If their nutritional needs are not being met, they may be underfueling. For female athletes, underfueling poses a high risk for secondary amenorrhea, which is defined as the absence of three or more periods in a row by someone who has had periods in the past. It can lead to a variety of other health issues, specifically impacting bone health and lowering immunity. Unfortunately, secondary amenorrhea is extremely common in female runners.
ENERGY BARS AND BITES
Athletes have high energy demands, and it can be difficult to meet these needs with meals alone. Energy bars and bites are a great way to offset hunger and fill in gaps between meals. Together with my intern, Sara, we created a list of energy bars and bites that we personally enjoy. These recipes can be easily prepared as a convenient way to meet nutritional needs.
NYC MARATHON NUTRITION PANEL
If you’re a marathon runner, you’ll appreciate this presentation. On July 16th, 2023, I was invited to participate in the NYC marathon nutrition panel hosted by NYRR. We covered a lot of important topics for runners such as: hydration, fueling strategies, best gear, and how to prevent hitting the wall. Click the link to see the full presentation.
How Social Media Affects Athletes
Social media can be a great place for athletes to connect with other athletes, share content about their own journeys, and follow their favorite pros. However, social media can also become a toxic environment for those who are not cognizant of its impact.
How To Eat If You Are Training for a Marathon
The way you nourish your body is equally important as your training and strength exercises. As a sports nutritionist based in NYC, I frequently encounter questions regarding dietary recommendations for individuals preparing for a marathon.
Eating Disorders in Athletes: Impact on Performance
Eating disorders affect an athlete both mentally and physically and have significant impacts on performance. This blog will discuss the prevalence of eating disorders, identify warning signs in athletes, distinguish the differences and similarities to relative energy deficiency syndrome (REDS), and provide resources for those struggling to seek help.
Feature: How to Eat Before Sports Tryouts, According to a Dietitian
Amy’s recommendations on Foods to eat before sports tryouts, featured on Livestrong.
Hydrating in heat and humidity
Dehydration increases an athlete’s perceived effort and reduces the ability to continue exercising at a high level. Sweat is the body’s built-in cooling system that enables the body to make more energy.