Fueling for Performance in Elite Women's Soccer

In this episode of the Femme FC Podcast, Nicole sits down with Krysten McCaughey, Registered Dietitian, Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics, and Sports Dietitian for Angel City FC. Krysten shares what the role of a sports dietitian actually looks like inside a professional women's soccer team and how nutrition supports every area of player health and performance. From fueling strategies and recovery nutrition to injury support and supplement safety, Krysten explains how nutrition integrates with medical and performance staff to help athletes train, recover, and compete at the highest level. This episode breaks down the real nutrition priorities for elite women's soccer players and the common mistakes that lead to under-fueling. Topics include: • How nutrition supports performance, recovery, and injury prevention • The biggest barriers to proper fueling in elite athletes • Why carbohydrates are often the most under-fueled macronutrient • Pre-training and pre-match fueling strategies • Recovery nutrition and why carbs matter just as much as protein • How nutrition changes during injury rehabilitation • The most common micronutrient deficiencies in female soccer players • Why supplements should always be third-party tested Krysten also shares practical advice on fueling around training and matches, supporting vegan athletes, and navigating the confusing world of supplements and nutrition trends. If you work in sports medicine, strength and conditioning, sport science, or coaching, this episode provides practical insight into how nutrition supports the entire performance ecosystem. Don't miss the Soccer Performance Support Summit June 20-21, 2026 in New Jersey to learn from and connect with experts working in elite soccer. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/soccer-performance-support-summit-tickets-1625338644639?aff=oddtdtcreator   👉 Subscribe to Femme FC for more conversations connecting research, performance, and women's football. ✨ Femme Football Collective: Elevating the Game, Empowering the Experts.     JOIN THE COLLECTIVE: Website: https://femmefc.com/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@femmefootballcollective LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/femme-football-collective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/femmefc YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FemmeFootballCollective