Sprint-Based Football - Fueling Performance: Nutrition for Young Athletes - Wendi Irlbeck, MS, RDN, LD, CISSN

On this episode of Sprint Based Football, presented by Titan Sports, host Tony Holler sits down with sports dietitian Wendi Irlbeck MS, RDN, LD, CISSN, to explore how nutrition drives athletic development and performance. Wendi explains how proper fueling enhances strength, recovery, and focus, while offering practical tips on meal prep, hydration, and safe supplement use. She stresses the responsibility of coaches and parents in guiding athletes’ nutrition and warns of the risks of energy drinks. The discussion highlights the benefits of creatine, the importance of gut health, and why prioritizing nutrition is just as critical as training for long-term success. Chapters Introduction to Nutrition in Sports Nutrition Fundamentals for Young Athletes The Role of Parents in Athlete Nutrition Protein Goals and Quality Sources for Athletes Optimizing Body Composition Through Nutrition The Risks of Fad Diets for Young Athletes Understanding Gut Health and Its Impact on Performance Coaches' Health: Prioritizing Self-Care for Better Leadership The Dangers of Energy Drinks in Sports Navigating the Supplement Industry: What to Know Connect on X: Tony Holler: @pntrack Wendy Irlbeck: @Wendi_Irlbeck Support our Partner: Titan GPS Founded and based in Texas, Titan GPS is your key to sprint-based football success. Designed specifically for high school football, Titan tracks the metrics that matter, like top speed, explosive acceleration, and even the powerful 'truck stick'. Speed times weight for the ultimate performance insight. Whether it’s optimizing practice, spotlighting players with 3D highlights, or giving recruiters verified in-game stats, Titan delivers. With no minimums to get started, Titan walks you through every step. Message them on X @titansensor to learn more. Titan GPS- performance measured, potential unlocked. Titan Sensors DM Titan on X: @titansensor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices