The Sports Nutrition Playbook

Amy Goodson
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The Sports Nutrition Playbook Podcast is a play-by-play on sports nutrition for youth athletes, coaches, athletic trainers, and parents. Full of practical, easy-to-use fueling strategies, tips, and examples, the podcasts dials in on all things sports nutrition as it relates to fueling, performance, and recovery day in and day out.

  1. Oct 29

    Ep 92 Money Before It Shows Up: Preparing Young Athletes for Financial Success

    What happens when an 18-year-old suddenly has more money than they’ve ever seen, and no one has taught them what to do with it? Financial advisor, UVA professor, and author Tom Henske has spent nearly three decades helping families and athletic departments answer that question, and he calls the risk “Sudden Wealth Syndrome.” It isn’t reserved for pro contracts or million-dollar deals. It can hit with a first NIL check, a scholarship, or a first real paycheck, and it explains why smart, hardworking young people so often make costly money mistakes. Tom breaks down the psychology behind “Ready, Fire, Aim” spending, shares his simple “4 P’s” framework for the moment a big opportunity lands, and explains why the people surrounding an athlete may matter as much as what the athlete knows. If you’re a parent who has invested years in your athlete’s training, fueling, and development, this conversation will show you how to prepare them financially too, before the money shows up.  TEDx Talk Watch Tom's TEDx Talk on Sudden Wealth Syndrome: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4GpcY-mAIRc Books by Tom Henske It Makes Total Cents: 12 Conversations to Change Your Child's Financial Future https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B8BDDW1PNIL Financial Playbook https://www.amazon.com/s?k=9798986283227 Websites For Parents: Total Cents https://www.totalcents.comWatch a short YouTube video explaining the mission. For Financial Advisors: Total Cents Advisor https://totalcentsadvisor.com/ Video on how financial advisors use Total Cents Advisor.For College Athletics: Total Cents University / Athlete Edge https://www.totalcentsu.comWatch video explaining Total Cents UniversityWatch video explaining Athlete EdgeFor Aspiring TEDx Speakers: https://www.tomhenske.com Connect with Tom All Links in One Place: https://linktr.ee/tomhenskePersonal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thenskeTotal Cents LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/total-centsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/totalcentsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/totalcentsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoSgDo1ZlcM23M-p-HIwsBgTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@totalcentsX: https://x.com/total_centsTo learn more visit @thesportsnutritionplaybook and thesportsnutritionplaybook.com. Check out our YouTube channel for more sports nutrition tips and tricks.    Have questions to ask our sports dietitians? email us at info@thesportsnutritionplaybook.com

  2. Oct 15

    Ep 91 Fueling the Messy Middle

    In Episode 91, sports dietitian Amy Goodson tackles the “messy middle” of the fall sports season, the point when early excitement has faded, fatigue is building, and playoffs are still ahead. She shares three strategies to help athletes finish strong: keep fueling in step with training demands, make recovery a daily priority, and build a playoff fueling plan before the pressure hits. The episode wraps with a challenge for athletes to recommit to one nutrition habit that has slipped since the season began. To learn more visit @thesportsnutritionplaybook and thesportsnutritionplaybook.com. Check out our YouTube channel for more sports nutrition tips and tricks.    Have questions to ask our sports dietitians? email us at info@thesportsnutritionplaybook.com

  3. Oct 1

    Ep 90 Using Body Composition Feedback Without Creating Food Fear

    In this episode, Andrew Menechian, founder of Peak Performance coaching in Sydney and a 12+ year veteran of the fitness industry, explores how coaches, parents, and trainers can use body composition feedback as a powerful tool—without triggering food fear or unhealthy body image concerns. You'll discover why scale weight is a misleading metric, when body composition data actually serves an athlete versus when it creates unnecessary pressure, and how to recognize the subtle signs that someone isn't eating enough (which show up in training performance first). Andrew breaks down the psychology of how the words adults use around food and bodies directly shape athlete mindsets, and shares practical habits that support recovery and muscle maintenance without complexity.  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitcommitai/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fitcommitai Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fitcommitai LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fitcommitai Website: https://fitcommit.ai Download FitCommit: https://apps.apple.com/app/id6748652177 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewmenechian/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmenechian/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@andrewmenechian X: https://x.com/andrewmenechian To learn more visit @thesportsnutritionplaybook and thesportsnutritionplaybook.com. Check out our YouTube channel for more sports nutrition tips and tricks.    Have questions to ask our sports dietitians? email us at info@thesportsnutritionplaybook.com

  4. Sep 17

    Ep. 89 Five Daily Nutrition Habits That Build Extraordinary Athletes

    In today's episode, we explore what it really takes to fuel extraordinary athletic performance, not through one perfect meal or workout, but through small, consistent daily habits. Inspired by a conversation with MMA athlete Colin Dingelstad, this episode breaks down five practical nutrition habits every high school athlete should build. Whether you're an athlete, parent, or coach, this episode offers simple, actionable strategies to turn everyday fueling decisions into a genuine competitive advantage. To learn more visit @thesportsnutritionplaybook and thesportsnutritionplaybook.com. Check out our YouTube channel for more sports nutrition tips and tricks.    Have questions to ask our sports dietitians? email us at info@thesportsnutritionplaybook.com

  5. Sep 3

    Ep 88 Fueling the IMPOSSIBLE

    At 28, with zero professional fighting background, Colin Dingelstad set out to become an MMA champion, a goal most people would call impossible. In this episode, Colin opens up about the documentary he's making to chronicle the journey, not just as a personal athletic pursuit but as a legacy project for his son, showing what it looks like to chase something the world says can't be done. He talks candidly about the physical and mental toll of training alongside world champions, the hardest moments that tested his resolve, and how the experience has reshaped his own beliefs about age, timing, and human potential. Whether you're a young athlete facing a setback, a parent wondering if it's "too late" for your kid to start something new, or anyone chasing a goal that feels out of reach, Colin's story is a reminder that perseverance, not perfect circumstances, is what separates those who quit from those who break through. To learn more visit @thesportsnutritionplaybook and thesportsnutritionplaybook.com. Check out our YouTube channel for more sports nutrition tips and tricks.    Have questions to ask our sports dietitians? email us at info@thesportsnutritionplaybook.com

  6. Aug 20

    Ep 87 Beating Back-to-School Fatigue

    Ready to ditch the back-to-school slump? In this episode of The Sports Nutrition Playbook Podcast, host Amy Goodson, breaks down why so many student-athletes hit a wall once the school year kicks in, and why it's not just about being "out of shape." She shares five practical, easy-to-implement nutrition strategies designed to keep energy, focus, and performance high from the first bell to the final whistle, starting with how to build a smarter breakfast. Tune in for simple fueling shifts that can make a big difference in how athletes feel and perform this fall. To learn more visit @thesportsnutritionplaybook and thesportsnutritionplaybook.com. Check out our YouTube channel for more sports nutrition tips and tricks.    Have questions to ask our sports dietitians? email us at info@thesportsnutritionplaybook.com

  7. Aug 6

    Ep 86 Learning Beyond the Game

    In this episode, Dr. Jen Fry—a former Division I volleyball coach turned expert on communication and conflict in youth sports—unpacks why the toughest moments in sports often have little to do with the game itself. Drawing on her experience coaching at the highest levels and now working with athletes, coaches, and parents, she dives into the fine line between support and pressure, the real sources of tension between parents and coaches, and how young athletes can learn to advocate for themselves. Listeners will walk away with practical insight into building stronger team cultures, navigating difficult conversations, and understanding why conflict, when handled well, can be one of the most valuable life lessons sports has to offer. To learn more visit @thesportsnutritionplaybook and thesportsnutritionplaybook.com. Check out our YouTube channel for more sports nutrition tips and tricks.    Have questions to ask our sports dietitians? email us at info@thesportsnutritionplaybook.com

  8. Jul 24

    Ep 85 Why Protein is Only Part of the Story

    Protein gets all the attention, but it's the individual amino acids inside it that actually do the heavy lifting for athletes — this episode breaks down which key aminos support muscle repair and training adaptation, speed healing from injury, and protect joint health, so you can look beyond just hitting a protein target and start thinking about the specific building blocks your body needs to perform and recover. To learn more visit @thesportsnutritionplaybook and thesportsnutritionplaybook.com. Check out our YouTube channel for more sports nutrition tips and tricks.    Have questions to ask our sports dietitians? email us at info@thesportsnutritionplaybook.com

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The Sports Nutrition Playbook Podcast is a play-by-play on sports nutrition for youth athletes, coaches, athletic trainers, and parents. Full of practical, easy-to-use fueling strategies, tips, and examples, the podcasts dials in on all things sports nutrition as it relates to fueling, performance, and recovery day in and day out.

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  • Creator
    Amy Goodson
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    93
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 The Sports Nutrition Playbook
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