The Dietitian Mindset with JDM Nutrition

SummarySam Moore, a female sports scientist, PhD candidate, and former strength coach, shares her journey from being a college athlete to pursuing a career in sports science. She discusses her passion for understanding female physiology and the impact of the menstrual cycle on training. The conversation explores the lack of research and education around the menstrual cycle and its impact on female athletes. It emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and understanding the different phases of the menstrual cycle. The discussion also touches on the need for flexibility and dynamic training approaches that take into account an athlete's individual needs and the fluctuations in their hormone levels. We also explore the misconceptions around supplements, particularly creatine, and how it can benefit women during different phases of the menstrual cycle. The conversation emphasizes the importance of questioning and challenging existing norms and advocating for the well-being and empowerment of athletes.TakeawaysSam Moore's journey from being a college athlete to pursuing a career in sports scienceChallenges of implementing menstrual cycle tracking in a team settingSelf-awareness is crucial for understanding the different phases of the menstrual cycle and how they affect an athlete's physical and mental well-being.Flexibility and dynamic training approaches are necessary to accommodate an athlete's individual needs and hormone fluctuations.Collaboration and interdisciplinary teamwork are essential for advancing research and practice in women's health and performance.Many studies and practices in the field are based on male-centric models, highlighting the need for research and education that is specific to women.Misconceptions exist around supplements, such as creatine, and their benefits for women. It is important to challenge these misconceptions and explore the potential benefits of supplements for women's health and performance.Chapters00:00Introduction and Background03:03Passion for Female Physiology and the Menstrual Cycle08:16Transitioning to a Hybrid Role15:53Implementing Training Protocols Based on Menstrual Cycles23:21The Importance of Mentors and Advocates29:09Involving Athletes in Decision Making32:45The Lack of Research and Education on the Menstrual Cycle35:23The Importance of Self-Awareness and Understanding the Menstrual Cycle43:20Flexibility and Dynamic Training Approaches for Female Athletes57:14Empowerment Through Sports and Teaching Self-Awareness01:03:29Questioning the Baseline Model and Research on Women01:05:17Empowering Girls and Women to Write Their Own Stories01:06:44Finding Co-conspirators in the Fight Against Misogyny01:19:09 Debunking Misconceptions: Creatine and Female Populations01:27:24Improving Quality of Life: Supplements and Self-Care01:32:37Closing Thoughts: Self-Awareness and Empowerment Resources:https://www.mooresportscience.com/ https://www.mooresportscience.com/publications

SummaryIn this episode, Jesse interviews entrepreneur, Joe Hansley, founder of GoMix. Joe shares his journey into entrepreneurship and how he started GoMix, a patented ready-to-mix delivery system for nutritional powders. He also discusses his involvement in other companies focused on anti-aging and longevity, as well as his work in the health and wellness nutraceutical space. Joe emphasizes the importance of belief in oneself, the ability to adapt and pivot, and the value of surrounding oneself with positive and optimistic people. He also highlights the significance of having a mission and the motivation to create freedom and quality of life.TakeawaysBelieve in yourself and be open-minded to other possibilities in order to make your business bigger and more successful.Surround yourself with positive and optimistic people who push you in a positive direction.Overcome hurdles and objections by viewing them as opportunities for growth and finding solutions.Have a clear mission and motivation that goes beyond monetary goals, such as creating freedom and quality of life.Seek out positive and inspiring content and avoid consuming negative or toxic messages.Recognize that everything is a learning experience and be willing to pivot and adapt when necessary.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background03:03 Starting GoMix and Entrepreneurial Journey08:45 The Importance of Belief and Surrounding Yourself with Positive People16:14 Overcoming Hurdles and Objections33:00 Advice for Athletes and Entrepreneurs

💥 Hot take: 10-15 minute episode on nutrition advice, opinions, tips, education!This week's episode is all about protein: what it does, sources, general recommendations of how much to consume, and when you should consume it

SummaryAbbey, a performance dietitian for the Denver Nuggets, shares her background and path to becoming a dietitian in the NBA. She emphasizes the importance of volunteering and gaining practical experience in the field. Abbey discusses her role with the Nuggets, which includes individualized nutrition plans, meal planning, recovery support and overall education. She highlights the collaboration with the strength and conditioning coaches and the importance of meeting athletes where they are in terms of their nutrition needs and preferences. Abbey also provides advice to new dietitians looking to gain experience.TakeawaysVolunteering and gaining practical experience are crucial for aspiring dietitiansA performance dietitian's role at the NBACollaboration with strength and conditioning coaches can be essential for athlete and team successMeeting athletes where they are and understanding their needs and preferences is keySeek a variety of experiences to gain a well-rounded perspectiveChapters00:00 Introduction and Background04:55 The Role of a Performance Dietitian10:07 Collaboration with Strength and Conditioning Coaches21:51 Advice for Younger Dietitians

💥 Hot take: 5-15 minute episode on nutrition advice, opinions, tips, education!This weeks hot take is the broad explanation as to why muscle cramping happens and easy little action steps to prevent it!

SummaryTony Rodriguez, a doctor of physical therapy and certified athletic trainer shares his experience with working from a wide variety of sports and settings, from the Seattle Seahawks in the NFL to a rural high school in Arkansas. In this episode we talk about how to collaborate effectively, how to shift mindset and how to debunk the myths / fads athletes might apply. He discusses how collaboration, understanding lines of scope can ultimately lead to better recovery outcomes.TakeawaysHow to teach the body to become resilient in rehabilitation and through movement patternsThe art of collaboration and how important it is in regard to recoveryHow to simplify working with different populations in different settingsApply education and make athletes "retell" their story as to why they think they should apply certain things they have heard on the internet

SummaryBecca McConville, a sports dietitian and eating disorder specialist, discusses the topic of Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S) and its impact on athletes. She shares her personal journey and highlights the importance of addressing the underlying causes of RED-S, and explains the clinical markers of RED-S and emphasizes the need for collaboration among healthcare professionals, coaches, and athletes. She discusses the role of dietitians in collegiate athletics and the importance of self-care for dietitians to prevent burnout, while exploring potential solutions. TakeawaysRED-S (Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport) is a condition that occurs when an athlete's energy intake is insufficient to meet their energy expenditure, leading to negative health consequences.Clinical markers of RED-S include changes in heart rate, thyroid function, decreased reproductive function, altered lipid profile, as well as decreased bone density and growth in athletes.Educating coaches, athletic trainers, and sports psychologists about RED-S is crucial for early detection and intervention.Collaboration between dietitians, sports psychologists, and other healthcare professionals is essential in providing comprehensive care for athletes with RED-S and eating disorders.Dietitians working in collegiate athletics should prioritize self-care and establish boundaries to prevent burnout.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background03:04 Path to Working with Eating Disorders04:13 Definition of RED-S06:19 Challenges in Recognizing RED-S08:29 Clinical Markers of RED-S11:45 Impact on Lipid Profile13:05 Educating Coaches and Athlete Providers16:36 Educating Athletic Trainers, Sports Psychologists, and Coaches23:18 Collaboration with Sports Psychologists26:10 Ethics of Working with Sports Psychologists29:18 Role of Dietitians in Collegiate Athletics31:48 Taking Care of Dietitians' Mental HealthHow to connect with Becca:https://beccamcconville.com/Instagram: @rebeccaeddietitianBook: Finding Your Sweet Spot: How to Avoid RED-S by Optimizing Your Energy Balance

SummaryIn this conversation, Jayson Wells, a mindset enhancement coach, author, and former professional basketball player discusses the importance of holistic development and what true identity means for athletes. He shares how his journey of self-discovery after retiring from basketball allowed him to find a passion in the personal and professional growth of athletes. Jayson emphasizes the value of building strong relationships, understanding transferable skills, and developing a professional mindset. He also highlights the significance of authenticity and the focus on daily improvement in achieving long-term success. Jayson's book, 'The Things We Know But Do Not Do,' and his website, Jason's Playground, provide further resources for organizations, teams, athletes, and coaches.TakeawaysHolistic development is crucial for athletes, focusing on personal and professional growth beyond sports, especially with the introduction of NIL and how the sports world is continuously changingHow to build genuine relationships and trust to create a bigger impact as a leader, clinician, educator, coach, etc.Staying consistent to core principles is the key in shaping a culture and building trust.When providing coaching, mentoring, education, there is a percentage of people who will accept and appreciate your message; you cannot focus on those who don't.Consistent small improvement is the key in maintaining success and developing a "professional" mindsetChapters00:00 Introduction and Background03:11 The Importance of Holistic Development07:37 Identity Beyond Sports10:12 Transferable Skills for Life14:31 Coaching Principles and Values19:22 Creating a Safe Space for Athletes22:02 Building Strong Relationships25:30 Motivation vs. Authenticity29:27 Focus on Daily Improvement39:31 Working with Those Who Want to Do the Work44:12 Knowing Your Values and Taking Ownership48:30 How to Connect with JaysonHow to Connect with Jayson:Website: jaysonsplayground.comSocial Media: @Jaysonsplayground

SummaryIn this episode, Cristi Bartlett (Assistant Athletic Director for Strength and Conditioning at NC State) shares her journey to becoming a strength coach. She talks about her experiences at various universities and sports organizations, including the University of Pennsylvania, the XFL, and in the NFL with the Tennessee Titans. Cristi emphasizes the importance of networking, being adaptable, and learning from mentors. In this episode, we discuss the value of perseverance, humility, and continuous learning in building a successful career in the sports industry. This episode also discusses the challenges of working with others who have rigid mindsets, and the importance of collaboration and asking "why". We conclude this episode with how there is a limited availability of dietitians in athletics, when there is such a need for a nutrition education presence due to the challenges of information overload and the impact it has on athletes' nutrition and training. Finally, it delves into strategies for creating buy-in from athletes and building trust.TakeawaysBe open-minded and adaptable in coming up in your career, training methods and nutrition practices.Collaborate and be humble when working with colleagues from different disciplines.The availability of dietitians in athletics is limited, but their role is crucial in optimizing athletes' performance.Information overload can lead to confusion and misinformation in nutrition and training.Creating buy-in from athletes requires finding ways to integrate their preferences and goals into the program and building trust.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background03:00 The Journey Begins: From College to Internships08:00 Moving to Philadelphia and Starting at University of Pennsylvania12:00 Moving to Nashville and Working with the Tennessee Titans18:00 Transitioning to Bryn Mawr College and the XFL20:00 Returning to NC State and Reflecting on the Journey24:00 Learning from Experience and Mentors31:00 Nutrition Philosophy and Red Flags34:47 Lack of Flexibility in Training Methods36:20 Dealing with Rigid Colleagues38:28 Collaboration and Humility39:57 Limited Availability of Dietitians in Athletics41:57 Importance of Dietitians in Collegiate Athletics43:00 Challenges of Information Overload45:03 Creating Buy-In from Athletes

In this episode, host Jesse McGinley, discusses the growth, background, history, and the value of the field of nutrition and dietetics. The profession of nutrition and dietetics is growing faster comparatively to all other occupations, and with this growth, comes a responsibility and need for conversation around how to implement innovative ways of doing things while also keeping up with the influx of new professionals. History of NutritionGrowth of the Sports RD: CPSDAMilitary influence on NutritionCPSDA: Timeline of Deregulation of FeedingHistory: Changing notion of food