Interassociation Consensus Statement on Sports Nutrition Models for the Provision of Nutrition Services From Registered Dietitian Nutritionists in Collegiate Athletics

Lambert, Victoria; Carbuhn, Aaron F.; Culp, Amy; Ketterly, Jennifer; Twombley, Becci; White, Dana Angelo

doi:10.4085/1062-6050-0157.22

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“…Understanding of the Urgency of Nutritionists Among Athletes The existence of a nutritionist for athletes is considered crucial. Nutrition assistance for athletes is a form of sports science application to support achievement (Lambert et al, 2022). Subsequently, different characteristics of sports determine the nutrition requirements (Mustafa et al, 2020).…”

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Athlete and coach’s perspectives on sports nutritionists’ role in enhancing sports performance in Indonesia Sports Training Centers

Penggalih,

Trisnantoro,

Sofro

et al. 2023

Aceh. Nutri. J.

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The role of a nutritionist as a sportsman was a legal mandate listed on Law No. 3 of 2005 in Article 63 concerning the National Sports System, stated that nutritionists are one of the sports personnel. However, the implementation of the nutritionist's role in the athlete training center was still lacking. The importance of nutritionist existence ought to be assessed to explore the perception of athletes and coaches. Qualitative approach was used to analyze focus group discussions on 15 athletes and 10 coaches located in 3 cities in Indonesia (Jakarta, Yogyakarta, Malang). Results, the acceptance of the food in the training center are satisfactory even though some still eat out. More knowledge concerning nutrition, performance, and posture are obtained from in-class education, brochure, personal counselling, and small talk by the presence of nutritionists. Conclusion, athletes and coaches perceive that nutritionists are urgently necessary for optimum nutrition support to enhance sports performance.

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Athlete and coach’s perspectives on sports nutritionists’ role in enhancing sports performance in Indonesia Sports Training Centers

Penggalih,

Trisnantoro,

Sofro

et al. 2023

Aceh. Nutri. J.

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“…Second, this line of research strictly differentiates nutritional counseling from food education interventions, demonstrating the added value and the unique role that nutrition professionals bring to the sports environment. Actually, RDNs who specialize in sports and human performance nutrition (i.e., sports RDNs) are the preferred providers of NC interventions because of their extensive and varied training experiences that include clinical nutrition and medical nutrition therapy (MNT), education and behavioral counseling, food service and culinary nutrition, exercise physiology, and evidence-based nutrition guidance for physical performance ( 56 ). Advanced training that allows the RDN to engage in screening, assessment, treatment, and prevention of REDs and eating disorders in sport is evidenced in this review.…”

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Nutritional counseling in athletes: a systematic review

Fiorini,

Neri,

Guglielmetti

et al. 2023

Front. Nutr.

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Many studies report poor adherence to sports nutrition guidelines, but there is a lack of research on the effectiveness of nutrition education and behavior change interventions in athletes. Some studies among athletes demonstrate that nutrition education (NE), often wrongly confused with nutritional counseling (NC), alone is insufficient to result in behavior change. For this reason, a clear distinction between NC and NE is of paramount importance, both in terms of definition and application. NE is considered a formal process to improve a client’s knowledge about food and physical activity. NC is a supportive process delivered by a qualified professional who guides the client(s) to set priorities, establish goals, and create individualized action plans to facilitate behavior change. NC and NE can be delivered both to individuals and groups. To our knowledge, the efficacy of NC provided to athletes has not been comprehensively reviewed. The aim of this study was to investigate the current evidence on the use and efficacy of nutritional counseling within athletes. A systematic literature review was performed based on the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses method. The search was carried out in: PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, Science Direct, Cochrane Library between November 2022 and February 2023. Inclusion criteria: recreational and elite athletes; all ages; all genders; NC strategies. The risk of bias was assessed using the RoB 2.0 Cochrane tool. The quality of evidence checking was tested with the Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool system. From 2,438 records identified, 10 studies were included in this review, with athletes representing different levels of competition and type of sports. The most commonly applied behavior change theory was Cognitive Behavioral Theory. NC was delivered mainly by nutrition experts. The duration of the intervention ranged from 3 weeks to 5 years. Regarding the quality of the studies, the majority of articles reached more than 3 stars and lack of adequate randomization was the domain contributing to high risk of bias. NC interventions induced positive changes in nutrition knowledge and dietary intake consequently supporting individual performance. There is evidence of a positive behavioral impact when applying NC to athletes, with positive effects of NC also in athletes with eating disorders. Additional studies of sufficient rigor (i.e., randomized controlled trials) are needed to demonstrate the benefits of NC in athletes.Systematic review registrationhttps://www.crd.york.ac.uk/prospero/, identifier CRD42022374502.

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“…Historically, sports nutrition has shifted from basic dietary recommendations to a more personalized, evidence-based approach that caters to specific athletes' needs and goals [103]. This change is due to advancements in sports science and nutrition research, recognizing the role of nutrition in enhancing athletic performance and health.…”

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“…This change is due to advancements in sports science and nutrition research, recognizing the role of nutrition in enhancing athletic performance and health. Organizational factors such as nutrition support services, resources, and policies within collegiate sports programs also play a role in how athletes engage with and access nutrition programming [103].…”

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Exploring the Experiences and Perspectives of Division III Athletes Regarding Personalized Nutrition Plans for Improved Performance—A Qualitative Investigation

Stavitz,

Koc

2024

Healthcare

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(1) Background: This qualitative study explores Division III college student-athletes’ experiences and perceptions of personalized nutrition plans in collegiate sports settings. (2) Methods: Semi-structured interviews were conducted using a general qualitative research design. Using a grounded theory approach, a thematic analysis was utilized to analyze the interview transcripts, allowing for the identification of recurring themes and patterns. (3) Results: A total of 30 Division III college student-athletes, 16 males (53.3%) and 14 females (46.7%), representing a diverse range of sports disciplines, engaged in discussions about personalized nutrition plans. Analysis of the data revealed five main themes: (1) Nutritional Knowledge and Awareness, (2) Perceived Benefits of Personalized Nutrition Plans, (3) Challenges and Barriers to Implementation, (4) Influence of Team Culture and Environment, and (5) Suggestions for Improvement. (4) Conclusion: This study sheds light on the complexities of implementing personalized nutrition plans in collegiate sports settings and emphasizes the need for comprehensive, athlete-centered approaches to optimize performance and well-being.

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Interassociation Consensus Statement on Sports Nutrition Models for the Provision of Nutrition Services From Registered Dietitian Nutritionists in Collegiate Athletics

Cited by 10 publications

References 81 publications

Athlete and coach’s perspectives on sports nutritionists’ role in enhancing sports performance in Indonesia Sports Training Centers

Athlete and coach’s perspectives on sports nutritionists’ role in enhancing sports performance in Indonesia Sports Training Centers

Nutritional counseling in athletes: a systematic review

Exploring the Experiences and Perspectives of Division III Athletes Regarding Personalized Nutrition Plans for Improved Performance—A Qualitative Investigation

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