Episode 32 | Dr Marc Bubbs (Performance Nutritionist, ProBio Nutrition)

A conversation on fueling youth athletes, building longevity, and mastering the fundamentals of performance.HostsMeganLiamAbout This EpisodeIn Episode 32 of The Soccer Ladder, we’re joined by Dr Marc Bubbs (@Drbubbs), a performance nutritionist working with professional and Olympic athletes across elite sport, including @canadabasketball, @usmnt, and @underarmour.With over 20 years of experience, Dr Marc Bubbs breaks down what truly matters when it comes to fueling development, recovery, and long-term performance — especially for young athletes navigating today’s demanding schedules. From under-fueling and match day nutrition to supplements, habits, and cutting through online noise — this episode is a masterclass for players and parents alike.In This Episode Dr Marc Bubbs’ journey from athlete to elite performance nutritionist  What surprised him most inside professional team environments  Why nutrition and recovery weren’t always prioritized in sport  The biggest fueling mistake youth athletes make today  Why under-fueling is more common than people think  How busy schedules impact youth athlete nutrition  Smart snack strategies for pre-training and post-training  The difference between fast vs slow carbohydrates (and why it matters)  Simple, effective fueling ideas for tight time windows  What separates athletes who last 10–15 years  Why patterns and habits outperform short-term strategies  How to properly fuel on match day (timeline + structure)  Growth spurts and what parents need to know nutritionally  The role of protein, carbs, and total energy intake  Supplements: what actually matters vs what’s noise  How to filter misinformation in today’s nutrition landscape  The importance of sleep, recovery, and consistency  Why fundamentals still drive 80–90% of performance results  Inside ProBio Nutrition and how it supports athlete health Key Takeaways✔ Most young athletes are under-fueling, not overeating✔ Total daily energy intake is the foundation of performance✔ Fast carbs are critical around training and games✔ Consistency beats perfection — build patterns, not quick fixes✔ You don’t need trends — you need fundamentals✔ Sleep, nutrition, and habits drive long-term success✔ The best athletes master the basics repeatedlyNotable Mentions Canada Basketball  U.S. Men’s National Team  Under Armour  Elite athletes across multiple sports  Youth athlete development systems ConnectDr Marc Bubbs 📸 Instagram: @Drbubbs 🌐 Website: www.drbubbs.comProBio Nutrition 🌐 Website: www.drbubbs.com (Co-Founder @probionutrition)🎙 Hosted by @meganlinkeofficial & @liamlinke18 🎧Listen now on The Soccer Ladder