You have your new shoes to keep you comfy and injury free, some wicking socks to keep you from blistering, a technical top and shorts to keep your goodies from chaffing, and that new water bottle to keep you hydrated. You are now ready for race day right? Maybe not, don’t forget one of the most crucial elements of a great run, nutrition.
We have a local Registered Dietitian coming in to help us all learn the basics of general nutrition for athletes. In her 5 part series she will cover Pre-Race, Race Day, Recovery, Supplements and even Ultra Running Nutrition. Whether you plan on running recreationally or running to dominate you won’t want to miss this!
Running Nutrition Workshop - Part 1
Location: St. George Running Center
Date/ Time: May 15th, 7pm -WORKSHOP DONE
Running Nutrition Workshop - Part 2 – Race Nutrition
Location: St. George Running Center
Date/ Time: Tuesday, May 29th, 7pm -WORKSHOP DONE
Amanda will be talking about Carbo Loading, Fueling on Race Day, Minimizing GI Trouble, and Recovery.
Running Nutrition Workshop - Part 3 -How Supplements Help Performance.
Location: St. George Running Center
Date/ Time: June 27th, 2012 - 7:15pm
About Amanda Turner:
Amanda Turner is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Dietitian in the state of Utah. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Dietetics from Missouri State University with a minor in Biomedical Science and went on to complete a Dietetic Internship and Master of Science in Dietetics at the University of Kansas Medical Center. She started her career in clinical practice at St. Luke’s Hospital before moving on to become the Women, Infants, and Children Coordinator at a clinic in Kansas City. She is currently employed in weight management and working to earn the credential of Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics through private practice.
As an athlete herself, Amanda’s true passion has always been working with athletes on improving their performance through nutrition.
In Kansas City, she began a small private consulting practice where she worked with a running club and individual athletes. Since her move to Utah, she has continued to work with athletes, with an Ironman Triathlete as her most recent client. She loves all that Utah has offered her thus far and is excited for the years to come!