Between early morning matches, long tournament weekends, and busy practice schedules, keeping young volleyball athletes fueled can feel like another full time job. And when your athlete is more interested in chicken tenders than a carefully planned meal, what's a volleyball parent supposed to do?
In this episode of The Panther Pause Volleyball Podcast, we welcome Megan McNamee, registered dietitian, CEO and cofounder of Feeding Littles, and mom of two club volleyball players.
With 20 years of experience in nutrition and a firsthand understanding of the demands of club volleyball, Megan brings a refreshingly realistic perspective to feeding young athletes.
Our conversation goes beyond what belongs in a tournament snack bag. We explore the pressures surrounding food, body image, and athletic performance, along with the challenges families face when trying to balance healthy habits with real life.
What happens when nutrition advice becomes overwhelming? How do we encourage athletes to appreciate their growing, changing bodies? And can we support athletic performance without turning every meal into a science project?
Whether you're preparing for your first club volleyball tournament or juggling multiple athletes and practice schedules, this conversation offers a perspective that every volleyball family can appreciate.
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