NUTRITION TIPS for Female Youth Athletes | Volleyball Energy & Mood Tips with Dr. Shawn Hueglin

Due to maturational differences and unique social pressures on and off the court, female athletes often have unique nutritional needs. Dr. Shawn Hueglin, Senior Sport Dietitian for USOPC, discusses considerations for female athletes when it comes to properly fueling their bodies for training and competition. Hueglin provides questions athletes can ask themselves daily to gauge their energy, mood, and physical state on the court, in addition to explaining the nutritional science behind cognitive, emotional, and physical states during performance. 0:00 — Introduction with Lauren Walker and Shawn Hueglin 0:25 — Key Nutritional Differences for Female Athletes 1:20 — Growth, Development, and Energy Demands 2:30 — Prioritizing Nutrients for Performance and Recovery 3:40 — The Role of Sleep in Recovery and Performance 5:00 — Recognizing Signs of Nutrient Deficiency 6:30 — Energy, Mood, and Cognitive Indicators on Court 8:00 — Balancing Body Image and Performance Goals 9:20 — Coaching Strategies to Support Healthy Fueling 11:00 — Building Nutrition Awareness and Asking the Right Questions