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The importance of practice and repetition in learning
How to stay motivated and avoid burnout while learning
How to break down complex concepts into manageable parts
The Athlete
If you're training at a high volume, consulting with an RD who doesn't have a sports background is not what you need as they might not understand the rigors of training for enduro races.
A board-certified specialist in sports dietetics, which requires an additional 2,000 hours of sports-specific nutrition training, has the acronym CSSD.
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Nutrition advice
From all the dietary information from wellness influencers, only one in 12 recommendations is nutritionally sound.
The easiest way to sift through the bad advice is to find a certified expert.
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Watch for Red Flags
...at the first appointment with a nutritionist.
- The eliminator: Telling you that you may never eat something. It can trigger a disordered relationship with food and is not rooted in science.
- The pill popper: Be careful of anyone selling a product in addition to f...
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A successful first visit
A good nutritionist will go through your current diet, discuss nutrition basics, and work together to set realistic goals.
You should be able to get answers to your specific questions and a rough action plan. Expect to book a follow-up.
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Look for the Letters
There is no certification required to call yourself a nutritionist.
- A registered dietician requires a bachelor's degree at an accredited university. A licensed dietitian will have RD, RDN, LD, LDN, or CDN after their name, depending on the state they live in.
- Holistic nutrition...
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Have a goal in mind
When you're going to see a nutritionist, you should have a goal in mind, whether that's gaining strength or losing weight.
Once you've picked a nutritionist who seems aligned with your goals, write a list of your questions and what you hope to achieve beforehand. Keep...
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Types of Deliberate Practice
- Naive Practice: it is the simple repetition of tasks that doesn't require challenging the mind. It isn't associated with boosting performance levels.
- Purposeful Practice: it is a level higher than naive practice because it requires a bigger amount ...
When to Focus on the Maximum
When you focus on the maximum, you can expand your potential. It requires deliberate practice with a high focus on quality, focusing on specific aspects of performance with clear feedback.
Bursts of high intensity are not sustainable long-term. Maximum-targeting works well when there is an...
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