Fueling Performance — Lessons from an Olympian Turned Nutrition Expert EP167

Athlete nutrition can feel overwhelming. What should you eat? When should you eat?

How do you fuel performance without getting caught up in confusing diet trends? In this episode of the Hockey Journey Podcast, Coach Lance sits down with Rasa Troup, an expert in sports nutrition who has worked with elite athletes and teams. Rasa shares practical insights on fueling the body, supporting performance, and building a healthier relationship with food in today’s complicated nutrition culture.

You’ll learn:

• How nutrition supports athletic performance and recovery
• Why fueling properly matters for athletes at every level
• How to think about food with more balance and less judgment
• Why there is no one-size-fits-all approach to athlete nutrition
• How athletes can make smarter choices without getting overwhelmed

Whether you’re a player, parent, coach, or athlete, this conversation offers helpful strategies for fueling performance while maintaining balance, health, and confidence.

To learn more about Rasa, visit:
https://www.rasanutrition.com/

Documentaries mentioned during the episode:

• Hack Your Health: The Secrets of Your Gut
• Kiss the Ground
• You Are What You Eat
• The Plastic Detox

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