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Teen Athlete Nutrition: Fuel Growth and Performance

Sports nutrition for teenage athletes made simple: calories, protein, iron, calcium, RED-S signs, and meal ideas for high school training.

February 16, 2026·11 min read

Age-appropriate training, physical literacy milestones, and long-term athlete development frameworks.

Early specialization risks, multi-sport benefits, and building well-rounded athletes.

Nutrition plans, hydration, sleep science, and recovery strategies for growing athletes.

Overuse injury prevention, growth plate safety, and return-to-play protocols.

Sports psychology, confidence building, managing pressure, and preventing burnout.

Recruiting timelines, showcase events, eligibility rules, and the process by sport.

Evaluating programs, understanding costs, finding coaches, and managing the commitment.