Beyond The Protein Craze: The New Food Pyramid, and Why Teen Girl Athletes Need a Plan

Before the Break: Your Her Time Summer Listening Guide

I’m pressing pause after 37 episodes to reflect and give you a summer roadmap of the topics that matter most for teen girl athletes. From nutrition and supplements to training myths, caffeine, and diet trends, I highlight key episodes to help you better support performance, health, and confidence. I also revisit critical (and often avoided) conversations around menstrual health, the female athlete triad, mindset, and the pressures girls face in sports. Use this as your guide to go back, listen, and start meaningful conversations this summer. -- Links & Resources You can purchase The Teenage Athletes' Nutrition Journal on Amazon. https://a.co/d/4lRdIAF [https://a.co/d/4lRdIAF] More information about The Teenage Athletes' Nutrition Journal can be found at www.teenageathletesnutritionjournal.com. [https://teenageathletesnutritionjournal.com/] To receive 15% off you purchase at TD Impact Nutrition go to www.tdimpactnutrition.com [https://tdimpactnutrition.com/] and use the code: STACK15 at checkout. Connect with me: Instagram: @coachsarahstack [https://www.instagram.com/coachsarahstack/] Facebook: Coach Sarah Stack [https://www.facebook.com/people/Coach-Sarah-Stack/61565350822797/] Website: www.coachsarahstack.com [https://coachsarahstack.com/] Email: sarah@coachsarahstack.com [sarah@coachsarahstack.com]

The Aesthetic Side of Many Girls' Sports: Let's Talk About It

Today I am covering the aesthetic pressures faced by female athletes in various sports, including the impact of uniforms on body image and performance. As coaches and parents, we must support young athletes in navigating these pressures, advocating for change in uniform requirements, and focusing on performance rather than aesthetics. We need to be having open discussions about body image and the role of us as adults in guiding young female athletes towards a healthier mindset. -- Links & Resources You can purchase The Teenage Athletes' Nutrition Journal on Amazon. https://a.co/d/4lRdIAF [https://a.co/d/4lRdIAF] More information about The Teenage Athletes' Nutrition Journal can be found at www.teenageathletesnutritionjournal.com. [https://teenageathletesnutritionjournal.com/] To receive 15% off you purchase at TD Impact Nutrition go to www.tdimpactnutrition.com [https://tdimpactnutrition.com/] and use the code: STACK15 at checkout. Connect with me: Instagram: @coachsarahstack [https://www.instagram.com/coachsarahstack/] Facebook: Coach Sarah Stack [https://www.facebook.com/people/Coach-Sarah-Stack/61565350822797/] Website: www.coachsarahstack.com [https://coachsarahstack.com/] Email: sarah@coachsarahstack.com [sarah@coachsarahstack.com]

Post Workout Nutrition: Maximizing the Work You're Already Doing

This week I want to touch on the importance of post-workout nutrition, focusing on the need for protein, complex carbohydrates, and hydration to maximize your workout gains. I'm giving practical advice on how to incorporate these elements into a post-workout routine. I'll also discuss the importance of educating young athletes about nutrition to empower them to make informed choices for their health and performance. -- Links & Resources You can purchase The Teenage Athletes' Nutrition Journal on Amazon. https://a.co/d/4lRdIAF [https://a.co/d/4lRdIAF] More information about The Teenage Athletes' Nutrition Journal can be found at www.teenageathletesnutritionjournal.com. [https://teenageathletesnutritionjournal.com/] To receive 15% off you purchase at TD Impact Nutrition go to www.tdimpactnutrition.com [https://tdimpactnutrition.com/] and use the code: STACK15 at checkout. Connect with me: Instagram: @coachsarahstack [https://www.instagram.com/coachsarahstack/] Facebook: Coach Sarah Stack [https://www.facebook.com/people/Coach-Sarah-Stack/61565350822797/] Website: www.coachsarahstack.com [https://coachsarahstack.com/] Email: sarah@coachsarahstack.com [sarah@coachsarahstack.com]

Getting Spring Break Ready: Ditch the Fads and Dial In What Actually Works

Spring break pressure often leads to crash diets, cleanses, and extreme habits—but those quick fixes don’t support your health or performance. In this episode, I want to reframe what it really means to be “spring break ready,” focusing on fueling your body, hydrating properly, eating real whole foods, and training with intention. I'm sharing some simple, sustainable habits that help you feel leaner, stronger, and more confident—without restriction or punishment.  -- Links & Resources You can purchase The Teenage Athletes' Nutrition Journal on Amazon. https://a.co/d/4lRdIAF [https://a.co/d/4lRdIAF] More information about The Teenage Athletes' Nutrition Journal can be found at www.teenageathletesnutritionjournal.com. [https://teenageathletesnutritionjournal.com/] To receive 15% off you purchase at TD Impact Nutrition go to www.tdimpactnutrition.com [https://tdimpactnutrition.com/] and use the code: STACK15 at checkout. Connect with me: Instagram: @coachsarahstack [https://www.instagram.com/coachsarahstack/] Facebook: Coach Sarah Stack [https://www.facebook.com/people/Coach-Sarah-Stack/61565350822797/] Website: www.coachsarahstack.com [https://coachsarahstack.com/] Email: sarah@coachsarahstack.com [sarah@coachsarahstack.com]

Beyond The Protein Craze: The New Food Pyramid, and Why Teen Girl Athletes Need a Plan

You may have seen that a new Food Pyramid has been unveiled, and so today I want to discuss this new pyramid, and its implications for teen athletes' nutrition. I'm touching on the importance of whole foods, protein quality, and meal timing, while also addressing common misconceptions about nutrition as a whole. I'll also be covering the need for structure in meal planning and the role of parents in guiding their teen athletes towards healthier eating habits. -- Links & Resources You can purchase The Teenage Athletes' Nutrition Journal on Amazon. https://a.co/d/4lRdIAF [https://a.co/d/4lRdIAF] More information about The Teenage Athletes' Nutrition Journal can be found at www.teenageathletesnutritionjournal.com. [https://teenageathletesnutritionjournal.com/] To receive 15% off you purchase at TD Impact Nutrition go to www.tdimpactnutrition.com [https://tdimpactnutrition.com/] and use the code: STACK15 at checkout. Connect with me: Instagram: @coachsarahstack [https://www.instagram.com/coachsarahstack/] Facebook: Coach Sarah Stack [https://www.facebook.com/people/Coach-Sarah-Stack/61565350822797/] Website: www.coachsarahstack.com [https://coachsarahstack.com/] Email: sarah@coachsarahstack.com [sarah@coachsarahstack.com]