Hi I’m Shannon Mendez. As a Sports Dietitian and Strength & Conditioning Coach at a Division I University, I work with adolescent athletes every single day. What I’ve come to realize is that adolescent athletes lack the knowledge, skills, and habits to fuel themselves for optimal sports performance.

Nutrition is crucial for adolescent athletes because it supports their rapid growth, development, and physical performance. Proper nutrition provides the energy needed for training and competition, helps build and repair muscles, and supports a healthy immune system. Additionally, balanced nutrition ensures adolescent athletes receive essential vitamins and minerals for bone health, cognitive function, and overall well-being.

I’m super excited for you to gain the nutrition knowledge and skills to level up your athletic performance, recover faster, and stave off illness and injury. LET’S DO THIS!