#111 - Pip Taylor, Sports Dietitian Consultant | Nutrition for Sports Performance (Bite Size)
Channel: High Performance Content for AFL Staff & Athletes 
Date: 10/03/2022

Pip is a former professional athlete and is currently engaged in a leadership position for public service, as well as providing expertise through her consultancy business. She was the former performance sports dietitian at Brisbane Lions. 

Highlights from the episode:

00:09 Tips for new dieticians working in a high-performance environment
01:57 How to be effective with your time as a dietician
03:03 How to get buy-in from the management or club
03:57 Common mistakes dietitians make

The discussion involves various dietitians sharing perspectives on working in high-performance environments, covering topics like game day fueling, injury recovery, immune function, body composition, and more. The role of a sports dietitian is seen as broader than just focusing on food and body composition; it encompasses a holistic approach to athlete well-being. It is emphasized that coaches and support staff should involve dietitians in discussions about athlete health, sleep quality, injury prevention, and overall well-being, rather than limiting their expertise to specific areas. Budget constraints can pose challenges for dietitians working with sports teams, and prioritizing athlete health is crucial even if it means focusing less on performance-related aspects. The importance of acknowledging one's limits and being willing to admit when they don't have all the answers is highlighted, as athletes can often discern when a practitioner is unsure about a topic.

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Website: https://www.piptaylor.com/

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