249: Refuel & Recharge: Nutrition while Taking a Break

In this episode of the Female Athlete Nutrition Podcast, host Lindsey Elizabeth Cortes discusses the importance of nutrition during a break from sports. Highlighting common fears and misconceptions around weight gain and muscle loss, Lindsey explains why metabolism and body composition do not drastically change during short breaks.   She emphasizes the need for proper refueling and maintaining adequate nutrition to ensure athletes are energized and ready to resume training. Additionally, Lindsey shares her personal updates, including an upcoming move to Boston for better medical care for her son. She announces a brief hiatus from the podcast, set to return in February with fresh content.   Episode Highlights:

• 01:22 Wave By: Revolutionizing Menstrual Health
• 03:06 Taking a Break: Nutrition Adjustments
• 05:04 Personal Update: Moving Across the Country
• 09:16 The Importance of Rest and Recovery
• 14:31 Debunking Myths About Breaks and Nutrition
• 22:35 Understanding the Prevalence of RED-S in Female Athletes
• 22:54 Resources and Support for RED-S Recovery
• 24:43 The Importance of Muscle and Metabolism
• 27:08 Caloric Needs During Breaks
• 31:39 Maintaining Nutrition During Breaks