In this episode, Coach Nick and Coach Amanda are joined by Dr. Vicky Sekely and Holley Samuel as they discuss the importance of a multidisciplinary team in fitness, particularly focusing on the roles of a running coach, sports dietitian, strength coach, and physical therapist. They explore how collaboration among these professionals can enhance an athlete's performance and recovery, emphasizing the need for communication and trust within the support squad. The conversation also touches on the significance of nutrition, the differences between dietitians and nutritionists, and the challenges athletes face when navigating injuries. Overall, the episode highlights the value of investing in professional support in some fashion for optimal health and performance.

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(00:00) The Importance of Collaboration in Coaching

(02:45) Understanding Roles: Coaches, Dietitians, and Therapists

(05:06) Navigating the Rehabilitation Process

(07:57) Red Flags and Referrals in Athlete Care

(10:28) The Power of Multidisciplinary Support

(13:14) Conclusion: Building a Supportive Network

(15:58) The Value of Authentic Connections

(18:19) Navigating Professional Overlap in Nutrition and Coaching

(22:53) Building a Collaborative Support Network

(25:52) The Dangers of Influencer Coaching

(30:46) The Importance of Professional Communication

(33:55) Managing Injuries: A Team Approach

(41:04) Understanding the Difference: Dietitian vs. Nutritionist

(43:36) The Importance of Professional Expertise

(46:04) Nutrition and Injury Recovery

(52:27) Strength Training Post-Injury

(57:15) Team Communication and Collaboration

(01:03:43) Empowering Athletes Through Education

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Holley Samuel is the founder and owner of Holley Fueled Nutrition. She is a sports dietitian, certified personal trainer, and overall wellness enthusiast. Helping people learn to fuel to perform at their highest level in sport and in life is her passion.

One of the many reasons that Holley became a registered dietitian and certified personal trainer is that she has a passion for learning about how to fuel and train the body to achieve its optimal potential. People cannot perform their best in their sport or in life when they are restricted, so Holley approaches nutrition education through a lens that emphasizes having a good relationship with food, body, and mind.

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Victoria Sekely is a Manhattan-based Physical Therapist with a passion for all things running. Victoria graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree from Georgetown University and went on to complete her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from New York University. Victoria is also a USATF Level 1 and RRCA certified run coach. She is dedicated to helping runners of all levels by using her skills and knowledge to assist runners who are rehabbing from an injury, interested in injury prevention, and/or looking to improve their training with custom running programs.

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