The Sports Nutrition Playbook
Episodes
Ep. 76 Food as Medicine for Athletes
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Liz Oba, RD, PMP, REAL Food Mission Ambassador at Thomas Cuisine, to break down what it truly means to use food as m...
Ep. 75 Nutrition MVPs of 2026: The Power Duo Athletes Can’t Ignore
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Protein and fiber may not be the trendiest topics in sports nutrition, but they are two of the most impactful nutrients athletes can focus on for bett...
Ep. 74 The Recruiting Playbook: Common Myths, Smart Moves, and the “IT” Factor
19 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Coach Tony Esprit of Pro 7 Sports Recruiting breaks down what the recruiting process actually looks like for middle and high school a...
Ep. 73 Does Heart Health Matter to Athletes?
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Amy challenges the common belief that heart health only matters later in life and break down why it’s a performance priority for a...
Ep. 72 Providing Pro Services to Youth Athletes
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 72, Dr. Shaun Garff breaks down what youth and teen athletes truly need to perform, stay healthy, and recover well, starting with the fun...
Ep. 71 Stack Your Habits, Elevate Your Game
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the podcast, Amy explores how athletes can use habit stacking to build powerful routines that actually stick during busy school day...
Ep. 70 Building the Mental Edge: Resilience for Athletes and Parents
25 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Amy sits down with Dr. Kate Lund, licensed clinical psychologist, performance coach, and host of The Optimized Mind, to explore what ...
Ep 69 Red & Green Superfoods for Performance and Recovery Success
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode breaks down how red and green superfoods can elevate an athlete’s performance, recovery, and immune resilience during the busy holiday ...
Ep. 68 Fueling the Athlete's Mind
27 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Amy sits down with Karen E. Todd, VP of Global Brand Marketing at Kyowa Hakko USA, to explore the powerful intersection of nutrition,...
Ep 67 Fueling Pickleball from PeeWee to Pro
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re serving up the ultimate guide to fueling your pickleball game, from peewee players to seasoned pros. Amy breaks down her top ...
Ep. 66 Strength & Conditioning for the Volleyball Athlete
30 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Amy is joined by Missy Mitchell-McBeth, strength coach and author of Developmental to Division 1: Strength & Conditioning for the...
Ep. 65 Halloween Hacks: How to Manage Treats for Athletes
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this festive episode of The Sports Nutrition Playbook Podcast, Amy breaks down how athletes can enjoy Halloween without sabotaging their performanc...
Ep. 64 A Playbook for the Mind
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Sports Nutrition Playbook Podcast, Mental Performance Coach Gary Chupik shares a playbook for the mind designed to help youth a...
Ep. 63 Can Nutrition and Hydration Affect an Athlete’s Focus?
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Amy breaks down how nutrition and hydration directly impact an athlete’s focus both in the classroom and on the court. With practic...
Ep. 62 HEAT Safety: What Athletes Need to Know
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Extreme heat is the deadliest weather hazard in the U.S., yet most people don’t realize how unprepared they are to handle it. In this episode, we ta...
Ep. 61 The Sports Nutrition Playbook to Boost Mental and Physical Performance
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As an athlete, your performance isn’t just about fueling your body—it’s about fueling your brain too. In this episode, we dig into the powerful ...
Ep. 60 Advancing Movement and Recovery in Teen Athletes
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Tom Swales—a physiotherapist, strength coach, and creator of the Advanced Movement Therapist (AMT) Certification—...
Ep. 59 The Sports Drink Debate: Should You Drink Them or Not?
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Sports Nutrition Playbook Podcast, we dive into the heated debate around sports drinks and clear up the controversy once and fo...
Ep. 58 Supplements & Performance: What Female Athletes Need to Know
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Rachele Pojednic breaks down what female athletes really need to know about supplements and performance. From navigating common n...
Ep. 57 Top 5 Summer Nutrition Mistakes (And How to Fix Them)
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Summer break might be a time for athletes to train, travel, and reset—but it’s also prime time for fueling mistakes. In this episode of The Sports...
Ep. 56 Smart Summer Snacking for Athletes
12 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Amy is joined by Megan Reamer, founder of Jackson’s Sweet Potato Chips, to explore how one family's mission to support their s...
Ep. 55 Fueling Morning Workouts
29 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Summer training demands more from your body—and your fueling strategy. In this episode, we’re breaking down five essential tips to help athletes t...
Ep. 54 Exhausted to Energized – Helping Parents, Coaches, and ATCs
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this empowering episode, author and wellness expert Robyn Engelson joins us to share insights from her book Exhausted to Energized – 90 Days to Y...
Ep. 53 Fueling Your Brain: The Power of Nutrition on Athlete Mental Health
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
May is Mental Health Awareness Month — and as athletes, we talk a lot about fueling for performance. But what about fueling your brain? In this epi...
Ep 52 Creatine HCl – What Is It and Why Do You Need It?
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I am joined by Mark Faulkner, Founder of CON-CRET. We’re diving into the world of creatine HCl—what it is, how it stacks up again...
Ep. 51 Bulking Done Right: How to Gain Muscle Without Unnecessary Fat
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Sports Nutrition Playbook podcast, we're diving into the fundamentals of smart muscle gain—without unnecessary fat accum...
Ep. 50 Sweat, Sun, and Skincare: What a Female Athlete Needs to Know
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into the unique skincare challenges faced by female athletes with Ann Ragan Kearns, former Penn State swimmer and founder of ...
Ep. 49 How to Shape an Athlete’s Plate
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, host and sports dietitian Amy Goodson breaks down how to shape an athlete’s plate for peak performance. From balancing macronutrie...
Ep. 48 Enhancing Cultural Competence in Sports
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Sports Nutrition Playbook, host Amy Goodson sits down with sports dietitian Briana Butler to explore the vital role of cultural...
2025 Nutrition Trends: What an Athlete Needs to Know
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, host Amy Goodson joins us to break down three trending nutrition topics for 2025: raw milk, seed oils, and red dye. She gets real abo...
Ep. 46 Building Bridges: Enhancing Communication in High School Athletics
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 46, host Amy is joined by strength coach Shelby Reichle to explore the vital role communication plays in fostering successful athletic prog...
Ep. 45 Fueling vs. Fixing: Addressing Body Fat Concerns in Young Athletes
09 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Amy explores the natural changes in body composition that youth and teen athletes experience during growth and development, often inf...
Ep 44 Can Trendy Diets Lead to Performance Deficits?
26 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Host and sports dietitian Amy Goodson is joined by Zoë Rom and Kylee Van Horn of Your Diet Sucks as they explore the allure and dangers of trendy die...
Ep. 43 Holiday Hacks for Athletes
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The holidays are a time for celebration but can disrupt athletic routines. These five simple hacks from host and sports dietitian Amy Goodson help you...
Ep. 42 Beyond the Game: Redefining Athletic Identity to Help Teens Find Purpose Beyond Sports
28 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Sports Nutrition Playbook, host Amy Goodson sits down with Michael Willett of WalkOn Nation to discuss the complexities of athl...
Ep. 41 The Game Changer: How to Give Teen Athletes a Competitive Edge
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Sports Nutrition Playbook, sports dietitian Amy Goodson breaks down the transformative benefits of personalized nutrition couns...
Ep 40 Puberty and Performance: The Male Athlete Edition
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, sports dietitian Amy Goodson and Dr. Jason Mogonye discuss how puberty affects athletic performance in male teen athletes. They explo...
Ep. 39 Growth Spurts and Gains: Nutrition for the Developing Male Athlete
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Amy dives into the critical role nutrition plays during puberty for teen male athletes, a time marked by rapid physical and mental ch...
Navigating Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport in Female Athletes with Dr. Jane Chung
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 38 of The Sports Nutrition Playbook podcast, host Amy sits down with Dr. Jane Chung to explore the complexities of Relative Energy Deficien...
Ep. 37 What's Puberty Have To Do With It- Female Athlete Edition
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 37 of The Sports Nutrition Playbook podcast, Amy dives into how puberty uniquely impacts young female athletes. She explores the typical ag...
Ep 36 Making Weight: Successful Weight Cutting Strategies for Wrestlers
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Amy is joined by Clint Wattenberg to explore successful weight-cutting strategies for wrestlers, focusing on the critical role of nut...
Ep 35 The #1 Thing Athletes Should Avoid This School Sports Season
22 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Amy dives into the critical importance of proper nutrition for young athletes, emphasizing why under-fueling can be a major roadblock...
Ep 34 Trying to get an edge on your upcoming season? What you need to know about creatine.
08 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 32, we discussed whether teen athletes should take creatine, exploring the existing research, safety considerations, the importance of thir...
Power Performance With Protein
25 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Sports Nutrition Playbook, Amy delves into the essential role of protein in athletic performance. She begins by discussing how ...
Ep 32 Should Teen Athletes Take Creatine?
11 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive deep into the world of creatine and its relevance for teen athletes with Joel Totoro, an esteemed Sports Dietitian and Direct...
Ep. 31 Fueling Athletes Playing Multiple Summer Sports
27 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Sports Nutrition Playbook, we dive into the essential strategies for fueling athletes who play multiple summer sports. Amy star...
Ep. 30 The Importance of Summer Training Programs for Youth Athletes
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, host Amy Goodson sits down with Dylan Stubbe, a seasoned strength coach at Performance Course, to discuss the significance of summer ...
Ep 29 5 Game Changers for Summer Workout Success
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Sports Nutrition Playbook, Amy unveils five strategies for elevating your summer workout routine and maximizing success. She e...
Ep 28 How to Stay Mentally Sharp in the Off-Season
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Sports Nutrition Playbook, host Amy engages in a deep conversation with guest Chelsea Burks about the vital task of maintaining...
Ep 27 Understanding the 80/20 Rule for Athletes
02 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Amy dives into the 80/20 Rule, a fundamental principle in athlete nutrition. This rule advocates for consuming 80% of calories from w...
Ep. 26 The World Series Playbook to Fueling Strength and Power
18 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, host and registered dietitian Amy Goodson teams up with MLB Strength Coach Jose Vazquez to uncover the secrets behind building streng...
Ep 25. 3 Keys to Fueling Strength and Power in Football
04 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Amy delves into the crucial role of nutrition in enhancing strength and power for football athletes. Emphasizing the need for consist...
Ep. 24 Navigating NIL Money with young athletes with Financial Footwork and Coach Hill
21 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Amy is joined by Hillary Seiler who sheds light on her mission to educate college and professional athletes about managing the money ...
Ep. 23 Picky Eaters — What your athletes might be missing in their diets and their performance!
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we delve into the crucial link between picky eating habits and athletic performance among young athletes. Amy explains how being a pi...
Ep. 22 Fueling the Baseball Athlete with Baseball Coach Jim Schlossnagle
22 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we delve into the vital role of sports nutrition in baseball with renowned baseball coach, Jim Schlossnagle, as he shares his journey...
Ep. 21 Five Musts to Fuel Tournament Season
08 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Sports Nutrition Playbook, Amy breaks down the vital components of fueling young athletes during tournament seasons, providing ...
Ep. 20 Managing Mental Health with Young Athletes
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Sports Nutrition Playbook, Amy engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Haleigh Fisher, MS, LPC of Trailhead Counseling...
Ep. 19 Goal Setting For Athletes
11 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we delve into the often overlooked facets of an athlete's journey – goal setting. While body composition goals are a common st...
Ep. 18 Meet The Sports Nutrition Playbook Dietitians
28 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready for an exhilarating episode as we gear up to launch the highly anticipated Instagram account for The Sports Nutrition Playbook, going live i...
Ep. 17 Hydration for Cold Weather
14 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Amy shares her expert tips on staying adequately hydrated during cold-weather training. As temperatures drop, athletes face unique ch...
Ep. 16 Supplements and Performance Enhancing Drugs with Tavis Piattoly
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join us in this episode as we explore the world of supplements and performance-enhancing drugs with Registered Dietitian Tavis Piattoly. Uncover the c...
Ep. 15 - Building Muscle, Gaining Weight, and Increasing Strength
16 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of 'Building Muscle, Gaining Weight, and Increasing Strength,' I offer practical insights and expert advice to help you achi...
Ep. 14 Fueling Performance with Sleep
02 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 14 we have a special guest with us, Dr. Chen Du, a renowned expert in the field of sleep, nutrition, and performance. With a PhD in Sleep...
Ep. 13 Eating For Recovery: The Post-Game Routine
19 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 13, your host and sports dietitian, Amy Goodson, takes you on a deep dive into the crucial but often overlooked aspect of an athlete's...
Ep. 12 Managing NIL with High School and College Athletes with David Cohen
05 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest, David Cohen, joins us for an eye-opening episode where we explore the realm of college and high school athletes and their newfound ...
Ep 11. Fueling Pre-Game Nutrition
21 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, host and sports dietitian Amy Goodson takes you on a journey into the world of pre-game meals for athletes and the impact they have o...
Ep. 10 - Fueling Endurance Athletes with Sports Dietitian Lauren Thomas
05 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this power-packed episode of the Sports Nutrition Playbook Podcast, Amy sits down with sports dietitian and endurance athlete, Lauren Thomas. Get r...
Ep. 9 - How Booster Clubs Can Help Fuel Your Team
24 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Sports Nutrition Playbook podcast, Sports Dietitian Amy Goodson talks about Booster Clubs and what they can do to fuel a team. ...
Ep. 8 - Keeping Youth Athletes Safe with Sports Medicine Physician Dr. Shane Miller
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into important considerations for youth athletes, their parents, and coaches as they gear up for a new sports season. Our gue...
Ep. 7 - Hydration for Optimal Performance
27 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Sports Nutrition Playbook podcast, Sports Dietitian Amy Goodson talks all about hydration and what you can do to keep your yout...
Ep. 6 - Powering Strength and Conditioning with Strength Coach Missy Mitchell-McBeth
13 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As summer comes to an end and sports practices resume, it's essential for athletes and coaches to prioritize safety in the weight room. In this e...
Ep. 5 - Fueling Summer Travel
29 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Sports Nutrition Playbook podcast, Sports Dietitian Amy Goodson provides you with five essential tips to stay fueled for summer...
Ep. 4 - Managing Heat, Humidity, and Hydration with Athletic Trainer Valerie Hairston
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Sports Nutrition Playbook podcast, Sports Dietitian Amy Goodson is joined by Athletic Trainer Valerie Tinklepaugh-Hairston to t...
Ep. 3 - Fueling Summer Practices
01 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the Sports Nutrition Playbook podcast episode, Sports Dietitian Amy Goodson dives deep into the difference between fueling for school sports versus...
Ep. 2 - High School Sports Nutrition: How It Led Coach Parker to Win State
01 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Sports Nutrition Playbook podcast, Sports Dietitian Amy Goodson is joined by Coach Parker to talk about the effects of nutritio...
Ep. 1 - The Cheat Code for Successful Athletic Performance
01 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Sports Nutrition Playbook podcast, Sports Dietitian Amy Goodson talks about the role of hydration and nutrition in athletic per...
Welcome to the Sports Nutrition Playbook Podcast
19 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
To connect with Amy online check her out here:Instagram: @amygoodsonrdcoursesTwitter: @AGRDCoursesTo learn more visit @thesportsnutritionplaybook ...