Ever wondered what sets apart a good athlete from a great one? Sure, training hard matters, but there's another big piece of the puzzle – how well you fuel your body.That is exactly the topic of this week’s episode, in which Randy sits down with Justin Kegley, a sports performance coach and author of the book 'High-Performance Nutrition for High School Athletes.' Justin is also an Iron Circle member and owner of the Movement Fitness facility in Rockford, Illinois. His journey in the fitness industry, particularly in training athletes, is driven by his own experiences as a college football player and his desire to help the next generation reach their potential. He’s on a mission to instill habits that promote long-term health and well-being.In this interview, Justin shares insights from his book, focusing on educating both parents and athletes about proper nutrition, hydration, and a protein-centric diet. In addition to physical training and nutrition, he also emphasizes mental resilience as one of the factors helping athletes to exceed the standard norms of today's society.This convo is a must-listen for anyone in the fitness industry, especially those working with young athletes or looking to elevate their performance and understand the role of nutrition.Tune in to learn more about smart nutrition strategies for young athletes.Key Takeaways:Intro (00:00)Justin Kegley - a sports performance coach (01:03) The importance of nutrition for young athletes (05:25)Hydration - a key component of performance (11:22)A protein-centric approach to athlete nutrition (14:06)Athletes’ responsibility for their nutrition choices (18:38)Where to find Justin's book (19:49)Additional Resources:- Grab Justin’s book on Amazon - - - - Business Accelerator Program winninggym.com/call- Learn more about The Iron Circle - Business Talk with Fitness Professionals Facebook group - Jump on a call with Randy---If you haven't already, please rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts!

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