Fueling College Athletes for Success: Nutrition Strategies with Janice Wen, MS, RDN

Episode 8 • September 30, 2025 • 00:22:22

Hosted By

Ronnie Harper Tavis Piattoly Margaret Downs Samuel Bullard

Show Notes

Janice Wen, MS, RDN, is a registered dietitian dedicated to helping college athletes reach their peak performance through targeted nutrition strategies. Her work empowers athletes to fuel effectively for sport and academics, building sustainable habits for success on and off the field.

 

Connect with Janice 

https://mysportsd.com/ignite

[email protected]

 

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Episode Transcript

Summary In this episode of the Eat2Win podcast, host Ronnie Harper speaks with sports dietitian Janice Wen about the critical role of nutrition in optimizing performance for college athletes, particularly soccer players. They discuss the unique challenges faced by college athletes in maintaining proper nutrition amidst busy schedules, the importance of game day nutrition, and hydration strategies. Janice shares insights on practical fueling strategies and introduces the Ignite the Field program designed to help soccer players enhance their game time energy. The conversation emphasizes the need for athletes to prioritize nutrition as a key investment in their overall performance and well-being. Takeaways - College athletes face unique challenges in maintaining nutrition. - Under fueling can lead to fatigue, mood swings, and injuries. - Practical strategies are essential for busy college athletes. - Game day nutrition is crucial for optimal performance. - Hydration significantly impacts athletic performance and focus. - Soccer athletes need to refuel after games for recovery. - The Ignite the Field program aims to support soccer players' nutrition needs. - Investing in nutrition enhances all aspects of an athlete's life. - Mindfulness in nutrition is key for college athletes. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Sports Nutrition for Athletes 08:23 Game Day Nutrition Essentials 18:04 Ignite the Field Program for Soccer Athletes

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