Underfed and Overworked: The Cost of Low Energy in Sports
Description
Brooke is a Registered Dietitian, Mom, Military Spouse and Runner. She has owned her virtual private practice, Intentful Nutrition LLC, for 5 years and specializes in working with endurance athletes, eating disorders and REDs.
In today's episode we cover:
-understanding LEA and it's implications
-signs and symptoms of LEA
-the importance of eating enough
-the gut health connection
-do we need to count our calories?
-within day energy deficits and low carbohydrate availability
-what is REDS? what are misconceptions?
-the role of parents for youth athletes
-advocating for yourself with lab work
-final thoughts
You can find Brooke on Instagram at @intentfulnutrition
Listen to her very own podcast Actively Fueled Podcast
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