In this episode of The Coaches Compass, the guest, Jay, a certified sports nutritionist, discusses the importance of nutrition in athletic performance. He shares his journey into the field of nutrition and highlights the impact of nutrition on energy levels, recovery, and overall performance. Jay also addresses common areas where athletes lack in their nutrition, such as not eating enough to meet the demands of their training. He provides tips for athletes to hit their daily calorie intake, including using liquid meals and finding personalized solutions. Jay also discusses the topics of weight gain and weight loss in athletes, emphasizing the importance of proper guidance and monitoring. He concludes by mentioning some supplements that can benefit athletes, such as protein gels, sport drinks, creatine, caffeine, beta-alanine, sodium bicarbonate, beetroot, and vitamin D.
