PEAC- Train Like a Girl: enhancing performance & wellbeing of GIRLS IN SPORT
PEAC- Train Like a Girl: enhancing performance & wellbeing of GIRLS IN SPORT
Podcast Description
Welcome to PEAC- train like a girl, a podcast by GIRLS IN SPORT for GIRLS and coaches in sport. We’re here to amplify your voice- it deserves to be heard.
At PEAC, we are a SAFE place for GIRLS to hang out, learn, grow, and build community. We empower GIRLS IN SPORT and coaches with the knowledge, resources, and support we think is necessary in todays athletic environments to thrive.
Join us for bold conversations about the experiences of GIRLS IN SPORT. Our discussions will make you laugh, cry, cheer, get frustrated, and rethink the future of girls in sports for generations to come.
Whether you’re walking, commuting, or cleaning your bedroom, take us with you. Follow us, check out our website, consider making a donation and share with a female athlete or coach you love!
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast covers a wide range of topics related to girls in sports, including mental health, nutrition, leadership, and personal growth. Episodes include discussions on the importance of community for female athletes, mental performance practices, and breaking down diet culture with topics like Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (REDs) and period health.
Welcome to PEAC- train like a girl, a podcast by GIRLS IN SPORT for GIRLS and coaches in sport. We’re here to amplify your voice- it deserves to be heard.
At PEAC, we are a SAFE place for GIRLS to hang out, learn, grow, and build community. We empower GIRLS IN SPORT and coaches with the knowledge, resources, and support we think is necessary in todays athletic environments to thrive.
Join us for bold conversations about the experiences of GIRLS IN SPORT. Our discussions will make you laugh, cry, cheer, get frustrated, and rethink the future of girls in sports for generations to come.
Whether you’re walking, commuting, or cleaning your bedroom, take us with you. Follow us, check out our website, consider making a donation and share with a female athlete or coach you love!
Fueling Athletes for a Lifetime with Lauren, Registered Dietitian
In this episode of PEAC-train like a girl, we’re diving into the importance of evidence-based nutrition for athletes with Lauren, a passionate and holistic Registered Dietitian. Lauren shares her journey from a soccer player to a dedicated nutrition expert, and discusses key topics such as REDs (Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport), Low Energy Availability (LEA), and the significance of proper fueling for athletes of all ages.
Lauren emphasizes the value of a collaborative approach involving athletes, coaches, therapists, RDs, and doctors to optimize overall well-being. She debunks myths around disordered eating, explains the benefits of virtual practice to meet busy schedules, and advocates for practices like “blind weights” for those in ED recovery to ensure a safe and supportive environment.
Tune in as Lauren shares simple, practical tips—including her favorite pasta recipes and on-the-go snacks—that can help athletes fuel their performance and enjoy an active lifestyle for years to come.
Key Topics Covered:
Lauren’s journey from soccer to registered dietitian.
Difference between RDN and a nutritionist.
Holistic approach to athlete well-being.
Understanding REDs and collaborative care in sport.
What is Low Energy Availability (LEA)?
The importance of “Blind Weights” in ED recovery.
Myths about “looks” and disordered eating.
Virtual practice to accommodate busy schedules.
Simple nutrition tips and favorite recipes (including pasta!)!
Fueling for performance and lifetime sport participation.
Resources & Links:
Connect with Lauren and her team to learn more about personalized nutrition support.
https://laurensbalancedbites.com/?fbclid=PAAaarTJPAfD75ZcmOqZkk8tnWYZ9zOu3CTLZBoFjyescUz7jJnul5oEY2u9Q_aem_AZ-xsHUFAGOr_cfhFf1l-2ELmBmcnSj1zyl5D9stVTtOU3njxmMx_Anwt60_B2NThJc
IG:
https://www.instagram.com/laurensbalancedbites/?hl=en
https://www.instagram.com/sustainablelife.live/?hl=en
Remember: Proper nutrition is the key to injury prevention, maintaining energy, understanding hunger cues, and supporting overall health. Whether you’re a young athlete or young at heart (like me at 62!), fueling your body right keeps you in the game for a lifetime.
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