Ep. 48 Enhancing Cultural Competence in Sports

In this episode of The Sports Nutrition Playbook, host Amy Goodson sits down with sports dietitian Briana Butler to explore the vital role of cultural competence in fueling athletes for peak performance. They discuss the gaps in traditional sports nutrition. Briana shares practical strategies for initiating respectful conversations, integrating unfamiliar foods into science-based recommendations, and ensuring meal plans align with both performance goals and cultural traditions. The conversation also delves into how parents can support their young athletes while honoring their heritage and how athletes themselves can advocate for culturally inclusive nutrition strategies.Briana Butler's Information:Website: stefandbri.comEmail: [email protected]’s IG: @theathletitianAdditional Resources:The Performance Professional’s Cultural and Interprofessional Competency PlaybookDesigned for sports dietitians, athletic trainers, and strength coachesTo learn more visit @thesportsnutritionplaybook and thesportsnutritionplaybook.com.Check out our YouTube channel for more sports nutrition tips and tricks.  Have questions to ask our sports dietitians? email us at [email protected]