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In this episode of The PickleFit Podcast, Coach Kevin tackles one of the most important (and often confusing) topics for pickleball players—nutrition! 💪🍽️ Kevin introduces the PickleFit Nutrition Pyramid, a simple framework designed to help athletes over 50 fuel their bodies for peak performance. From choosing the right foods to understanding how and when to eat, this episode covers the essential building blocks of a winning diet. Whether you’re aiming to lose fat, build muscle, or just feel great on the court, these nutrition basics will help you play stronger, smarter, and injury-free.
Key Topics Covered:
- The PickleFit Nutrition Pyramid: What it is and how it can transform your health and performance
- Why what you eat is the most important factor in your nutrition game
- How eating real, whole foods can boost your body composition and pickleball performance
- The importance of prioritizing protein and how much you really need
- Eating mindfully and intentionally to get the most out of your meals
- How much you should eat and why calorie counting isn't always the best first step
- Debunking myths about intermittent fasting and why it’s not ideal for pickleball athletes
Episode Highlights:
- The PickleFit Nutrition Pyramid: A practical guide to improving your diet, one step at a time
- Why most pickleball players over 50 aren’t eating enough protein—and how to fix that!
- The surprising connection between mindful eating and athletic performance
- The truth about intermittent fasting and why it’s not the best strategy for pickleball athletes
- Simple, actionable steps you can take today to improve your nutrition and your pickleball game
Call to Action:
- Download your FREE nutrition guide to fuel your game like a pro!
- Share this episode with your pickleball crew and help them fuel for better performance!
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