Information and links that may be helpful when it comes to athlete nutrition, disordered eating support, local in-person resources and references, and more.
It’s important to remember that as a TEAM we can all (coaches, athletes, parents, siblings, friends, relatives) be in positions to provide help and support with nutrition and fueling. This doesn’t mean everyone needs to be able to provide all the answers all the time. But it does mean we can strive create an environment where nobody feels like they can’t express concern, reach out, or seek support.
Resources like clinics or professionals cannot have a positive impact on someone if there is never a connection made. Hopefully this resource list will grow (please reach out with suggestions), and we can all do our best to work toward good health and support.
Presentation/discussion by MNC alum Meredith Stetter, August 22, 2024
The intersection of food, bodies, and eating disorders in competitive Nordic skiing
IN-PERSON RESOURCES
A resource with an office and specialists in Burlington. You’ll find this space located adjacent to City Market in downtown Burlington. Specific areas of support range from sports nutrition to eating disorders.
For those interested in sports psychology. MNC athletes may be familiar with Sheila through either individual counseling or through school programs (Sheila often goes group work with local high school teams and groups).
For those interested in sports nutrition and performance-based guidance for best athletic health. Jamie has done several group meetings with MNC both in-person and online, and she can also help point you in the best direction for other nutritional assistance!
ONLINE/NATIONAL RESOURCES
Mand thanks to Megan Chacosky MS, RD, CSSD for her sharing (and creation) of many of these resources!
megan.chacosky22@gmail.com
- WithAll (“What to Say” resources for coaches/parents + “Next Steps” for finding an athlete help if you suspect he/she is struggling with eating disorder)
- National Eating Disorders Association (Online screening tool, resources for athletes, parents & coaches, & preventative educational resources)
- IOC Consensus Statement on RED-S (2018)
- Australian Institute of Sport Position Statement on ED in High Performance Sport (2020)
- Fueling & Under-Fueling in Endurance Sport (2021 recorded presentation for NENSA)
- Ntl. Team Low Energy Availability Presentation (PDF attached; includes some guidelines for talking about body image, ED/DE, culture around food & body image, and how to talk to athletes about asking for & accepting help)
- USOPC Nutrition Factsheets (references for athletes/coaches/parents to build up a better understanding of what safe, healthy nutrition practices look like).
- Handouts for Ski Team / USOPC adolescent athletes:
- Fueling 101
- MyAthlete Plates
- Race Day Fueling
- Sample Training Day Meals
- Building A Training Diet
- Hydration 101
- High Altitude Hydration
- Recovery 101
- Travel Nutrition & Immunity
- Travel Meal Planning
- Fueling & Recovery Cheat Sheet
- Education curriculum: Energy Overview
- Education curriculum: Hydration
- Education curriculum: Carbohydrates
- Education curriculum: Proteins
- Education curriculum: Fats
- Education curriculum: Vitamins & Minerals
- Australian Institute of Sport Energy Availability Resources
- Sunn Idrett Norwegian Institute for Sport Nutrition & ED Prevention Resources
- Find an eating disorder dietitian in your area (virtual & in-person options)
- Find an eating disorder therapist in your area (virtual & in-person options)
LITERATURE/ACADEMIA
ROAR by Stacy Sims and Selene Yeager – Women are not small men. How to match food and fitness to the unique female physiology for optimum performance and great health.
The Female Skier with Guru Stroem Solli – Considerations for coaching practice.
