Why Athletes Crash Mid-Season (And How to Fix It with Nutrition)

11/09/2025 16 min

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Episode Synopsis

Sore. Tired. No appetite. Losing weight. Crashing in the 2nd half.If this sounds like your season, you’re not alone. By mid-season, most athletes are under-fueling without even realizing it—and it’s costing them muscle, recovery, and performance.In this episode, Nick breaks down:✅ Why appetite drops during the grind of the season✅ The hidden dangers of under-fueling (muscle loss, slower recovery, more sickness)✅ Real athlete stories of fixing energy and recovery mid-season✅ Practical strategies: smoothies, smaller meals, energy-dense foods, carb timing, hydration✅ How discipline with fueling separates average athletes from champions📲 DM Nick on Instagram (@nicklemkerd) for resources on in-season fueling.🔗 Follow Nick:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicklemkerdTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nicklemkerdTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/nicklemkerd👊 Share this with a teammate who’s gassed mid-season.

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