Nutrition for NASCAR with Stephanie Fernandes - Ep. #86

Did you realize that motorsport athletes also benefit from nutrition and hydration strategies? Join us for this fascinating conversation with Stephanie Fernandes, Sports Dietitian for the Toyota Performance Center, to learn more! We discuss: Stephanie’s academic and athletic background and her journey for becoming a Sports Dietitian  The various levels and types of motorsports racing Working with the developing driver and the focus areas that Stephanie supports (heat tolerance, aerobic capacity, strength and physical demands, cognition) How daily nutrition comes into play for the drivers Assessment techniques and tools, along with nutrient timing implementation The crucial role of hydration and electrolytes for the drivers Common supplements recommended  --- This episode is brought to you by All Around Snack Co. which features tasty snacks that are low in added sugars, contain zero dyes, colorings or additives and help control blood sugar for steady energy levels throughout the day.  Use code ISNPODCAST23 to save 15% on your purchase. Want to try the deltaG products to provide your brain another fuel source? Check out their products and save 10% by using the code ISNPODCAST and you’ll also help support our podcast!  We’d love to connect with you on social! Follow Dina on Instagram at @nutritionmechanic and Bob at @enrgperformance. You can learn more about Bob and Dina’s nutrition and coaching services and programs at www.enrgperformance.com and www.nutritionmechanic.com.