Mastering Nutrition Periodization & Metabolic Efficiency with Bob Seebohar, MS, RD, CSSD

Episode 23 • May 06, 2025 • 00:35:15

Hosted By

Ronnie Harper Tavis Piattoly Margaret Downs Samuel Bullard

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Bob Seebohar, MS, RD, CSSD, discusses Nutrition Periodization, Metabolic Efficiency Training, and fueling strategies for young, masters, and endurance athletes.

 

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Episode Transcript

Summary In this episode of the Eat to Win podcast, host Tavis Piattoly interviews Bob Seebohar, a pioneer in sports nutrition, discussing key concepts such as nutrition periodization and metabolic efficiency training. Bob shares his journey into the field, the importance of adapting nutrition for different athlete populations, including young and masters athletes, and practical strategies for endurance athletes. The conversation also touches on the business side of sports nutrition and the skills needed to succeed in this evolving field. Takeaways - Nutrition periodization supports physical training load changes. - Metabolic efficiency training optimizes blood sugar for athletes. - Young athletes have different nutritional needs than adults. - Masters athletes face unique biological challenges affecting nutrition. - Daily nutrition impacts performance during training sessions. - Protein is often under-consumed by athletes. - Carbohydrate intake should be adjusted based on training cycles. - Supplements should be used with caution and knowledge. - Public speaking is crucial for nutrition professionals. - Developing a systematic approach to nutrition education is essential. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Sports Nutrition and Bob Seebohar 04:06 The Birth of Nutrition Periodization 04:16 Understanding Nutrition Periodization 08:21 Metabolic Efficiency Training Explained 13:03 Fueling Young Athletes 14:42 Nutrition for Masters Athletes 17:07 Endurance Athlete Nutrition Strategies 20:58 Carbohydrate Purification and Performance 24:10 Insights from Working with Elite Athletes 26:38 Skills for Nutrition Professionals 30:29 Expanding Knowledge in Nutrition 31:54 Rapid Fire Questions and Key Takeaways

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