Episode 45: How to Fuel Young Athletes Without Burnout (Youth Sports Nutrition for Busy Moms)

Supporting your child’s nutrition, sports schedule, and energy needs can start to feel like a full-time job — especially when you’re juggling practices, games, school, work, and your own health. In this episode of the Inspired Wellness Podcast, Michelle sits down with Marie Sporich for a refreshing, back-to-basics conversation about fueling young athletes without burning out your family — or yourself. This episode is for moms navigating youth sports nutrition, busy schedules, and the pressure to “do it all” perfectly. Instead of complicated meal plans or performance pressure, Marie shares a realistic, sustainable approach to fueling kids and supporting recovery, energy, and long-term wellbeing. In this episode, we cover:How to fuel young athletes without over-complicating mealsSigns of burnout in kids and sports momsWhy recovery and rest matter just as much as trainingTeaching kids to listen to hunger, fullness, and energy cuesSimple nutrition habits that support performance and growthHow moms can support their kids’ health without ignoring their own If you’re raising active kids and want to support energy, performance, and family wellbeing — without stress, guilt, or burnout — this episode will leave you feeling grounded, encouraged, and equipped.  Also mentioned: If this conversation resonated, you may enjoyEpisode 33: When “Normal” Doesn’t Feel Normal: Hormones, Mental Health & Holiday Burnout with Dr. Abigail Powell, where we explore mental and hormonal health for moms navigating busy seasons of life.Apple Podcast Link: Episode 33Spotify Link: Episode 33 Connect with Marie:Website: sponutrition.comInstagram: @SPO.Nutrition | @SPO_NutritionRead Marie’s CanvasRebel Magazine interview (linked in show notes)  Be sure to follow or subscribe to the Inspired Wellness Podcast so you don’t miss future episodes. And if this episode helped you, a quick 5-star rating and review helps other moms find the show.   Questions or topic requests? Email Michelle to be part of the conversation!Email: [email protected] Schedule a free discovery call with Michelle: theinspiredwellnesscoach.comFollow Michelle on Instagram & Facebook: @TheInspiredWellnessCoach Check out my online supplement dispensary for 10% off quality supplement brands [email protected]