Dr Matt Frakes - LSU Assistant AD/Sports Director

Building relationships and collaboration between performance nutrition, sports medicine, strength and conditioning, and sports science is critical for the success of collegiate athletes.
Managing hydration is essential for optimal performance in hot environments, and strategies such as monitoring fluid intake and electrolyte balance are important.
Nutritional considerations for football players differ based on their position, training age, and developmental stage.
Managing weight and body composition requires a personalized approach and a focus on overall health and performance.
Mental health plays a significant role in an athlete's approach to nutrition and performance, and strategies should be implemented to alleviate pressure and promote a healthy mindset.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Career in Sports Nutrition
03:00 Certification in Strength and Conditioning
06:00 Building Relationships with Collegiate Football Players
11:00 Collaboration between Performance Nutrition, Sports Medicine, Strength and Conditioning, and Sports Science
17:00 Hydration Strategies for Practices and Competition
25:00 Managing Hydration Throughout the Week
28:00 Nutritional Considerations for Football Players
35:00 Managing Weight and Body Composition
38:00 Impact of Mental Health on Nutrition and Performance


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