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Season 6 Ep 11 — Addressing RED-S and Optimizing Nutrition with Sports Dietitian Kylee Van Horn

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Fueling Endurance: A Balanced Approach

This chapter explores the interplay between solid foods and energy gels during endurance activities, stressing the need for tailored nutrition to enhance performance. It addresses the serious topic of Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S), urging coaches to recognize and act on symptoms of eating disorders among athletes. The discussion underscores the importance of understanding athletes' nutritional needs while promoting a supportive environment that includes mental health resources.

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