Go for the Gold Nutrition

Go for the Gold Nutrition Ashley Harpst, Registered Dietitian. I provide sports nutrition counseling for busy endurance athletes.

Soccer parents, if your player is upset because they didn’t feel like they played well don’t try to make them talk or fi...
03/09/2026

Soccer parents, if your player is upset because they didn’t feel like they played well don’t try to make them talk or fix their feelings. Allowing them to sit in silence or vents will help them feel seen and understood. It will also help them bounce back after a tough game.

Soccer parents, If your player doesn’t want to eat before a game because I have stomach cramps. You need to train their ...
03/08/2026

Soccer parents,
If your player doesn’t want to eat before a game because I have stomach cramps. You need to train their stomach to tolerate food.
Start with easily digestible carbohydrates first like applesauce, then try liquid at carbs such as smoothies, then small portions of solitude, like Welches fruit snacks or energy bites, then finish with a larger portion of solid food such as a PB&J sandwich.

Soccer parents, Comment, “Sports drink,” to get a homemade sports drink recipe made with natural ingredients. Encourage ...
03/08/2026

Soccer parents,
Comment, “Sports drink,” to get a homemade sports drink recipe made with natural ingredients.

Encourage your soccer player to drink 4-6 oz. of a sports drink with sodium & potassium to help them retain fluid and prevent dehydration.

Encourage your soccer player to eat a pouch of GoGo Squeez Active fruit blend to refuel their muscle muscles at halftime.

Soccer Parents, Encourage your player to have at lfour servings of carbohydrates, 1-2 servings of protein, and 1-2 servi...
03/07/2026

Soccer Parents, Encourage your player to have at lfour servings of carbohydrates, 1-2 servings of protein, and 1-2 servings of fat the night before their game to give them energy!

Soccer parents, Most player crash at halftime because they skip meals, they don’t drink enough water the day before the ...
03/06/2026

Soccer parents,
Most player crash at halftime because they skip meals, they don’t drink enough water the day before the game, and they don’t rehydrate halftime.

Encourage your player to eat a meal with carbs and protein 3 to 4 hours before the game, encourage your female players to drink 3 L of water the day before the game and encourage your male players to drink 4 L of water the day before the game, and encourage your players to drink 2 cups of Organic Gatorade an hour before the game at 4 to 6 hours of Organic Gatorade at halftime to refuel their muscles and stay hydrated.

Soccer parents, My coach’s negative comments affected how I played because I’m sensitive and one of the best things my p...
03/06/2026

Soccer parents,
My coach’s negative comments affected how I played because I’m sensitive and one of the best things my parents told me was that I did not need to change or be tougher and my coaches behavior was not about me, but I could be less affected by coach’s negative comments.

If your player is struggling with this listen, validate their concerns, and ask them if they would like you to help them come up with a plan.

Soccer parents, I was sad and angry after I got benched during the championship game for one mistake. my parents helped ...
03/04/2026

Soccer parents,
I was sad and angry after I got benched during the championship game for one mistake.
my parents helped me bounce back by giving me space, ballad in my feelings, and allowing me to vent.

We also celebrated every win and we focused on what I could control.

Soccer parents,Not all processed snacks are unhealthy. your soccer player can have a processed snack before their game.P...
03/03/2026

Soccer parents,Not all processed snacks are unhealthy.
your soccer player can have a processed snack before their game.

Processed snacks like Welch’s fruit snacks are easily digestible and provide carbs for energy during the game.

Connect with your soccer player before you connect them and have a snack together before the game.

What kind of snacks does your player like?

Soccer parents: Here are some more game day breakfast combinations you can make with your dad:1.) Pancakes with syrup, f...
03/01/2026

Soccer parents: Here are some more game day breakfast combinations you can make with your dad:
1.) Pancakes with syrup, fruit, and scrambled eggs.
2.) A breakfast burrito with eggs and a fruit cup
What are you do like to make for breakfast on game day?

Soccer parents, Many players are too nervous to eat on game day because they are excited to play. Help them create a gam...
02/28/2026

Soccer parents, Many players are too nervous to eat on game day because they are excited to play.
Help them create a game day routine and encourage them to do a fun warm-up game with their teammates to help feel less anxious

Soccer Parents: What does your player like to eat and drink during halftime to give them energy?
02/27/2026

Soccer Parents:
What does your player like to eat and drink during halftime to give them energy?

Soccer parents, How do you build your soccer player’s confidence?
02/26/2026

Soccer parents, How do you build your soccer player’s confidence?

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