Fueling the Gymnast: From School Day to Practice

In this episode, sports dietitian and former NCAA Division I gymnast Kerry Bair shares practical nutrition strategies to help athletes improve their energy, mood, recovery, and performance. Kerry explains how to fuel around busy school schedules, choose simple snacks, build balanced meals with the Performance Plate framework, and support athletes without creating pressure or food stress. Whether you’re a gymnast, parent, or coach, this conversation offers an easy-to-follow approach to making nutrition more consistent—and more effective. Connect with Kerry: Instagram & Facebook: thegymnastrd Website: http://www.foodforfuelrd.com Email: mailto:kerry.foodforfuel@gmail.com