Episode 172: Training, Nutrition and Inspiration for the Younger Athlete: Zach Even-Esh with Dr Mike T Nelson
Today, I'm chatting with Zach Even-Esh about youth athletic development and the pros and cons of training and nutrition for younger athletes. This podcast is brought to you by the Flex Diet Certification. Go to flexdiet.com for 8 interventions on nutrition and recovery.
Flex Diet Podcast · Zach Even-Esche, Dr. Mike T Nelson, Suzie Glassman, Jodie “Fabulous” Nelson
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Show Notes
Listen to hear:
- [14:40] How Zach instructs high school athletes to eat
- [19:53] Why are young kids looking so unhealthy?
- [20:44] How parents are confused about nutrition
- [25:55] Knowing where you food comes from
- [33:00] Building the right environment for kids
- [37:45] Functional training and bodybuilding for teens
- [45:11] National High School Coaches Association
- [50:26] Promoting what's good for you
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About Zach
Zach Even-Esh is one of the leading authorities in the strength & conditioning field today. Zach started The Underground Strength Gym in 2002 and has been coaching & consulting with Adults to Tier 1 Military, Youth Athletes to D1 Athletes and Garage Gym lifters from all around the world. Zach is also the Author of The Encyclopedia of Underground Strength.