Sports RD Snippets

Adversity is a Gift!

Mitzi Dulan shares incredible advice and insight on her career as a sports dietitian. Mitzi talks all about how she landed roles with professional teams, how she started her own food company, simplyFUEL, and so much more! There are so many gems in this episode for wherever you are in your career!

As America’s Nutrition Expert, Mitzi is a nationally recognized nutrition and fitness expert who has inspired millions to lose weight and get fit and she’s a longtime entrepreneur. She is an author, (with over 3.8 million Pinterest followers), and a sought after trusted source of information who has conducted over four hundred television interviews. She has been seen on LIVE! With Kelly & Michael, CNN Dr. Oz Show and  FOX News Channel. Her other television appearances include segments on NBC, ABC, CBS and FOX affiliates throughout the country.

As a Pinterest influencer, Mitzi authored The Pinterest Diet: How to Pin Your Way Thin. Mitzi is also the co-author of The All-Pro Diet: Lose Fat, Build Muscle, and Live  Like a Champion with NFL future Hall-of-Famer, Tony Gonzalez.

Mitzi was the team sports nutritionist for 2015 World Champion Kansas City Royals Baseball Team for 11 seasons. She was the team nutritionist for the Kansas City Chiefs Football Team for over eight seasons and was previously the sports nutritionist for the Golden State Warriors Basketball Team.

Mitzi has been a nutrition spokesperson/influencer for numerous natural food clients such as LaCroix, Body Armor, California Grapes, Hass Avocados, The National Honey Board, Victoria Fine Foods and USA Pulses.

She’s been quoted in The Wall Street Journal, Newsweek, Glamour, US Weekly, Family Circle, Shape, Self, and Oxygen. I has also been featured on Oprah.com,Yahoo.com, HuffingtonPost.com, ESPN.com, MSN.com, FoodNetwork.com and Glamour.com

Mitzi’s startup food company, simplyFUEL, was created in 2015 after she randomly made her protein ball recipe for the Kansas City Royals players as their team sports nutritionist. It was the first time in her 10 years with the team that she ever made anything for them from her kitchen as she always worked with the team chef. She got lucky, 6 weeks later the KC Royals won the World Series becoming 2015 World Champions! The Royals gave Mitzi a World Series ring. She did tv interviews with all the local stations and the amazing people of Kansas City were asking “How can we buy your balls?” and simplyFUEL was born.

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Super Bowl 53 Reunion!

Kelly, Jackie, Rob and I talk all about our incredible experience at Super Bowl 53 in Atlanta Georgia at the Gatorade Practitioners Summit. We talk about how the industry has changed since 2019, lessons we learned in the past 5 years, our super bowl experience, and so much more!

Check out their bios and listen to their full episodes listed below!

Episode 3: Kelly Rossi has been the Director of Performance Nutrition at the University of Delaware since 2019. Kelly received her BS in Nutritional Sciences from the Pennsylvania State University, with a minor in Movement Sciences. She completed her Dietetic Internship at Virginia Tech, and received her MS in Exercise, Nutrition and Eating Behavior from the George Washington University (GWU). Kelly was the first Registered Dietitian Graduate Assistant in the GWU’s Fitness Facility, and she also worked as a personal trainer. Upon completing her MS work, Kelly worked with the Office of Naval Research (ONR) as a contractor for six years, supporting research in Human Performance, Training & Education related to Marines. While working with ONR, Kelly also was a sub-contractor with a local hospice and fitness center. Prior to her role at the University of Delaware, Kelly worked at the University of Virginia for 8+ years as their first Assistant and Associate Director of Sports Nutrition.  Rossi served on the national organization for Performance Dietitians, CPSDA (Collegiate & Professional Sports Dietitians Association) Board of Directors for four years. She served as the Research & Education Chair as well as the Secretary & Membership Chair. Prior to serving on the Board, Kelly served on the Conference Committee for four years. Rossi resides in Newark, Delaware with her husband, Reed, and sons, Kayden (6.5) and Carter (3).

Episode 11: Rob Masterson, RD, CSSD, joined Michigan State University in 2016 and serves as the athletic department’s Director of Performance Nutrition overseeing the nutrition operations for all varsity teams. In this role, Masterson serves the nutritional needs of Spartan student-athletes by providing science-based nutrition intervention, education, counseling, information and guidance, with the goal of optimizing overall health and athletic performance. He is a 2009 graduate of Michigan State’s dietetic program. Prior to returning to his alma mater in East Lansing, he served as a clinical dietitian in the greater-Detroit area as well as a sports nutrition fellow at the University of South Carolina.

Episode 35: Jackie Barcal joined IMG Academy’s Athletic and Personal Development team as the Head of Nutrition in December 2015. In this capacity, she oversees all aspects of fueling IMG Academy student-athletes, campers, and seasonal visitors in addition to managing the fueling of the professional athletes on campus. Barcal comes to IMG Academy from the University of Wyoming where she worked within the Athletic Department while pursuing a master’s degree in Human Nutrition & Food. Prior to Wyoming, Jackie was a member of the inaugural Gatorade/CPSDA Sports Nutrition Immersion Program (SNIP) at the University of Alabama in 2013. Barcal’s sports nutrition career began at Arden Hills Resort, Club, & Spa in Sacramento, Calif., where she worked with JMG Tennis Academy athletes, the club’s swim team, and resort members and their families. A native of California, her passion for sports nutrition emerged during her time competing in Division II softball at California State University, Stanislaus where she earned a bachelor’s in Business Administration Finance. She continued her education at CSU Sacramento earning a second bachelor’s degree in Dietetics and completed her dietetic internship at Fresno State. 

This episode is sponsored by 2before Performance Nutrition! Use code SportsRDSnippets30 at checkout for 30% off product online at www.2before.com. For team orders, contact [email protected] for more information and pricing.

Firefighter Nutrition!

Maureen Stoecklein has served as a registered dietitian for over 25 years and a full-time firefighter/paramedic for 22 years. While serving as a firefighter in Canton Township MI, she consulted as the performance dietitian at Barwis Methods Training Facility, Mercy Elite Sports Performance Center, and served three seasons as Team Dietitian for the New York Mets baseball organization. Maureen is currently the MLB Nutrition Coordinator for the Detroit Tigers. As an accomplished athlete, she understands the importance of solid nutrition for optimum performance.

Maureen was selected as one of four women in the United States to represent Brawny Paper towels Strength Has No Gender Campaign and was featured in Crain’s Business Magazine. Moe’s passion for nutrition and fitness and the many athletes, coaches, mentors and colleagues she has met along the way inspire her to share her love of healthy food and insights to help other succeed! To connect with Maureen reach out at [email protected]

This episode is sponsored by Momentous, Honey Stinger and 2Before!

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Tactical Nutrition!

Lauren Marucci and Zach Bennett share insight on their current roles as tactical dietitians as well as the transition from collegiate to the tactical setting. Lauren and Zach also share behind the scenes of what its like to be married to a sports RD! Looking to learn more about tactical nutrition? This episode is for you!

Lauren Marucci is in her second year working with Army Special Operations, where she oversees the nutrition and fueling for special operators and direct support staff. In addition, she is a recipe developer and creates content for The Perfect Pear. Marucci has also worked as an Associate Performance Dietitian at LSU, working specifically with men’s basketball, swimming and diving, softball, and women’s soccer. She spent the 2016-2017 season working as a Gatorade SNIP (Sports Nutrition Immersion Program) Fellow with the Chicago Bears. She has also interned with EXOS and worked extensively with Florida State University while obtaining her masters and completing her dietetic internship.

Zach Bennett earned a bachelor’s in Dietetics at the University of Georgia and a master’s in Exercise Science from Florida State University where he met his wife Lauren. So far in his career he’s held positions at the University of Georgia, the University of Michigan, the University of Texas, and Louisiana State University. He’s currently a Holistic Health and Fitness dietitian for the United States Army.

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This episode is sponsored by Momentous, Honey Stinger and 2Before!

Check out livemomentous.com and use the code RDSNIPPETS15 for 15% off all products

Check out Honeystinger.com and use the code RDSNIPPETS20 for 20% a one time retail order

Contact [email protected] for samples and team pricing.

Use code SportsRDSnippets30 at checkout for 30% off product online at www.2before.com. For team orders, contact [email protected] for more information and pricing.”

Interviewing 101!

Meredith Price is back on the pod! We sit down and answer all of your questions about the interview process. We also share our takes on advice and insight from experienced and veteran sports dietitians in the field. Whether you’re a student, sports RD2be, or early professional this episode is for you! We want you to go into your first interview with confidence!

Meredith Price came to Utah Athletics in June of 2021 as the Executive Director of Sports Nutrition, where she oversees the nutrition department and works primarily with the men’s basketball, gymnastics, ski and baseball programs. Before arriving at the U, Price was the Associate Director of Performance Nutrition at the University of Washington from 2016-21. She spent time with the US Olympic and Paralympic Committee in Colorado Springs, Colorado working with the Acrobat and Combat Sport Teams under the supervision of the Senior Sports Dietitian, and finished her time there supporting Olympians at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.

Did you hear? Sports RD Snippets is now so much more than just a podcast! 

Check out the NEW website!  www.sportsrdsnippets.com  1:1 Mentoring- I can help you find your niche, break into the field, and start your career with confidence! 

This episode is sponsored by Momentous, Honey Stinger and 2Before!

Check out livemomentous.com and use the code RDSNIPPETS15 for 15% off all products

Check out Honeystinger.com and use the code RDSNIPPETS20 for 20% a one time retail order

Contact [email protected] for samples and team pricing.

Use code SportsRDSnippets30 at checkout for 30% off product online at www.2before.com.

For team orders, contact [email protected] for more information and pricing.”

Outside the Power 5!

Is the grass greener on the other side? Listen and learn all about what it’s like to work outside the Power 5 as a sports dietitian. Ann shares insights on her path, the pros and cons of working at a smaller D1 university, the behind the scenes of motherhood, and everything in between!

Ann Toy is in her 10th year at Lipscomb University and her 7th year as the director of sports nutrition. In addition to her duties with Lipscomb athletics, she serves as the dietetic internship coordinator for sports nutrition and is an assistant professor in the department of nutrition.

Did you hear? Sports RD Snippets is now so much more than just a podcast?

Check out the NEW website!  www.sportsrdsnippets.com  1:1 Mentoring- I can help you find your niche, break into the field, and

This episode is sponsored by Momentous, Honey Stinger and 2Before!

Check out livemomentous.com and use the code RDSNIPPETS15 for 15% off all

Check out Honeystinger.com and use the code RDSNIPPETS20 for 20% a one time retail order 

Contact [email protected] for samples and team pricing.

Check out www. 2before.com and use the code RDSNIPPETS30 for 30% off product online.

For team orders, contact [email protected] for more information and pricing

The truth behind feedback! Chelsea Burkart comes back on the pod to share her advice on how to respond to difficult feedback, provide constructive feedback, and the value of feedback in the workplace.

Chelsea Burkart is a Performance Dietitian with elite U.S. Special Operations warfighters, working to optimize combat readiness, health, and career longevity. Before spending the past four years supporting those in the Special Forces setting, Chelsea was a performance dietitian in the NCAA for almost a decade.  She started her career at the University of Florida, spending two years with the Gators before moving on to establish the sports nutrition department at the University of Illinois.

Burkart departed Illinois after three years to follow her husband, who is a strength and conditioning coach, to James Madison University (JMU) where she was again able to build a performance nutrition department from the ground up. After welcoming their first son into the world, their family moved once more, following JMU’s head football coach to Texas State University, where Chelsea continued the trend of working as the athletic department’s first performance dietitian. 

In 2014, Burkart was elected to the Board of Directors for the Collegiate and Professional Sports Dietitians Association (CPSDA), serving three 2-year terms. During that time, she played an integral role in developing the Gatorade Sports Nutrition Immersion Program from its inception before serving three years as CPSDA’s President from 2017-2020. 

Chelsea’s service model in performance nutrition is to educate and empower athletes and Special Forces operators with knowledge and habits to optimize performance, recovery, and longevity. 

Burkart is recognized as a strong and influential leader within her profession and is deeply passionate about mentoring and continuous growth. Chelsea resides in Virginia with her husband, Aaron, and two awesome and crazy little boys, Kelly (7) and Tyson (6).

Want to learn more about Chelsea? Scroll back to Episode 15 to learn more about her career path and impact on our profession.

Did you hear? Sports RD Snippets is now so much more than just a podcast?

Check out the NEW website!  www.sportsrdsnippets.com  1:1 Mentoring- I can help you find your niche, break into the field, and

This episode is sponsored by Momentous, Honey Stinger and 2Before!

Check out livemomentous.com and use the code RDSNIPPETS15 for 15% off all

Check out Honeystinger.com and use the code RDSNIPPETS20 for 20% a one time retail order 

Contact [email protected] for samples and team pricing.

Check out www. 2before.com and use the code RDSNIPPETS30 for 30% off product online.

For team orders, contact [email protected] for more information and pricing

Combat Nutrition! Learn all about weight class sports through the eyes of early practitioners in both the collegiate and professional settings. Tasha and Glenn share their experience working with weight class sports during their Gatorade SNIP fellowship. 

Glenn is a Performance Dietitian and former SNIP fellow at the UFC Performance Institute in Las Vegas.  Before working at the Performance Institute Glenn worked 2 years as a clinical dietitian alongside his own private practice as a performance dietitian for both weight class based sports and collegiate football. He has extensive background in weight class based sports as a former NCAA collegiate wrestler for Saint John's University (MN). Glenn also has a background in eating disorders having worked in a residential eating disorder treatment center.

Tasha is from Fitchburg, Massachusetts and completed her bachelor’s degree in Nutritional Science with a minor in Public Health at the University of Massachusetts-Lowell where she worked closely with ROTC cadets to support their nutrition and body composition goals in addition to being a research assistant. Tasha then completed her Masters of Clinical Nutrition and dietetic internship at Rutgers University, where she was also a sports nutrition intern. Tasha recently completed a Gatorade SNIP fellowship at the University of Michigan where she primarily worked with wrestling to gain further experience in weight class sports. She will soon begin a position at Rutgers University where she will continue to work with wrestling, with goals of specializing in weight-class sports and eating disorders/disordered eating. Tasha is passionate about advocating for Registered Dietitians in weight-class sports and collaboration within the performance team including coaches by providing evidence-based education. She hopes to provide mentorship and help to increase diversity within the field of sports dietetics. 

Did you hear? Sports RD Snippets is now so much more than just a podcast!  Check out the NEW website!  www.sportsrdsnippets.com  1:1 Mentoring- I can help you find your niche, break into the field, and start your career with confidence!  

This episode is sponsored by Momentous and Honey Stinger! Check out livemomentous.com and use the code RDSNIPPETS15 for 15% off all products 

Check out Honeystinger.com and use the code RDSNIPPETS20 for 20% a one time retail order 

Contact [email protected] for samples and team pricing.