Episode 19
Join us for an essential episode of The Healthy Youth Sports Podcast as we explore “Optimal Nutrition for Youth Athletes” with Dr. Jennifer Sacheck, a renowned expert in nutrition and exercise science from The George Washington University. Dr. Sacheck shares her insights on how young athletes can meet the demands of growth, development, and increased physical activity through proper nutrition.
In this episode, we cover:
- A high-level background on nutrition for youth athletes.
- Caloric (energy) needs to support both growth and physical activity.
- What to eat: an in-depth look at macronutrients—carbohydrates, protein, and fat—and their food sources.
- When to eat: strategies for fueling pre-exercise, during exercise, and post-exercise/recovery.
Whether you’re a parent, coach, or young athlete, this episode provides valuable guidance on optimizing nutrition to enhance performance and support healthy development. Tune in to learn how to fuel young athletes for success both on and off the field.
Guest: Jennifer Sacheck, PhD, MS, FACSM, Sanofi Professor of Prevention and Wellness; Chair | Department of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences; Director, PhD Program in Exercise Physiology & Applied Nutrition; Milken Institute School of Public Health; The George Washington University
