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 athletes right now. Listeners will learn how everyday nutrition choices directly affect training capacity, recovery, and long-term cardiovascular health, even in youth and teen athletes. We highlight three key nutrition levers, omega-3 fats, smarter saturated fat intake, and fiber, and explain how each supports both heart health and athletic performance. The episode wraps with practical, age-specific guidance for young athletes, reinforcing one clear takeaway: protecting your heart isn’t separate from performance, it’s foundational to it.
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