May 19 2024 30 mins
Summary
Abbey, a performance dietitian for the Denver Nuggets, shares her background and path to becoming a dietitian in the NBA. She emphasizes the importance of volunteering and gaining practical experience in the field. Abbey discusses her role with the Nuggets, which includes individualized nutrition plans, meal planning, recovery support and overall education. She highlights the collaboration with the strength and conditioning coaches and the importance of meeting athletes where they are in terms of their nutrition needs and preferences. Abbey also provides advice to new dietitians looking to gain experience.
Takeaways
- Volunteering and gaining practical experience are crucial for aspiring dietitians
- A performance dietitian's role at the NBA
- Collaboration with strength and conditioning coaches can be essential for athlete and team success
- Meeting athletes where they are and understanding their needs and preferences is key
- Seek a variety of experiences to gain a well-rounded perspective
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
04:55 The Role of a Performance Dietitian
10:07 Collaboration with Strength and Conditioning Coaches
21:51 Advice for Younger Dietitians