In this episode of The Athletes Health, join us as we sit down with Zach Conati, a Registered Dietitian and a dear friend from college. Zach, who has recently started a health and fitness business called MuttLife, is known for his thorough approach.
In this conversation, he dives deep into the science and mechanisms of nutritional performance, making complex concepts easily digestible and applicable. But it's not just about nutrition; we also explore the crucial connection between dietary habits and mental performance. Together, we discuss how integrating these elements can optimize your abilities and enhance your chances of success in both sports and life.
Don't miss this insightful conversation, where science meets practicality to empower your performance. Tune in now on The Athletes Health, available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
(0:00) Introduction and shared background
(3:23) Understanding nutrition for athletes
(10:00) The role of calories and macronutrients
(16:10) Nutrition and peak performance: The impact of nutrition on mental state and performance
(22:33) Summary of general nutrition pregame and others
(31:05) The mental state, routine, structure, roles all for with nutrition
(47:37) Applying positive choices
(52:07) Stress performance curve - managing stress through nutrition
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