Pediatric Sports Nutrition Care

Fueling for play is one of the most important pieces of performance and health. We don’t just provide meal plans, we meet athletes and their families where they are and help them get to the next level.

What is pediatric sports nutrition care?

Our pediatric sports dietitians provide personalized nutrition recommendations that help athletes reach their peak level of performance. Pediatric sports nutrition care considers a young athlete’s medical history, sport and goals and creates a personalized nutrition plan just for them.

Working with our registered sports dietitians, sports physicians and a multidisciplinary care team, athletes learn how to take ownership of their diet, enhance performance, address injuries and feel better when they compete.

How do our sports dietitians help young athletes?

Our team assists athletes up to age 25 to help them better understand how sports and nutrition work together. We address nutrition deficits, medical conditions, dietary restrictions and sports-related injuries. Our dietitians look at a range of factors, including:

• Micronutrient deficiencies like iron, calcium or vitamin D
• Bone health or density concerns that could contribute to bone stress injuries or musculoskeletal injuries
• Maximizing performance through timing and amount of nutrition
• Amenorrhea or menstrual irregularities
• Vegetarian and vegan diets
• Medical conditions that require special diets like celiac disease or diabetes
• Healthy weight management
• Supplement use
• Relative energy deficiency in sport (REDs) and the female athlete triad

Why choose us for sports nutrition care?

Our team of experts includes some of the only registered sports dietitians in the region specifically trained to work with young and adolescent athletes. We not only recognize the role of nutrition in growth, development and athletic performance, but we also know that food and body image can impact an athlete's mental health.

Our team works alongside sports psychologists and doctors to identify potential eating disorders or concerns related to food and address them as needed.  With adaptable nutrition plans that fit any goal, sport schedule or lifestyle, our experts prioritize essential nutrients while making space for all foods. Our mission is to help athletes create a healthy relationship with food and get the fuel they need to perform safely and stay healthy.

What to expect from a visit with our pediatric sports dietitians

Our pediatric sports dietitians help young athletes understand how to eat to improve their health and athletic performance.

Before your first visit, we’ll collect information to get a holistic view of your nutritional needs, including:

• Medical history
• Three-day log of activity and meals
• List of supplements

During your initial visit, we’ll discuss any concerns and goals for athletic performance. Our pediatric sports dietitians will then conduct a full nutrition assessment and discuss the results with you. We’ll then create a personalized plan so you better understand when and what to eat and how much to hydrate to perform optimally.

What to expect after a visit with our pediatric sports dietitians

Growth is a big part of nutrition. Through follow-up care, our specialists tailor their recommendations as athletes’ bodies and needs change. Based on injuries, goals or other concerns, care may include:

• Additional visits with our sports dietitians
• Consultations with our other sports medicine providers
• Educational resources

Contact us

If you have questions about pediatric sports nutrition services, please contact our team at: 720-777-3899.