Charles Ashford’s journey from Texas Tech to the Dallas Mavericks. The Quadrant Nutrition system: Adapt, Perform, Prime, and Recover phases. The role of flexibility in nutrition planning for elite athletes. How environmental and daily stressors shape nutritional needs. Insights into carbohydrate, protein, and fat adjustments for game days vs. recovery days. Addressing trends like collagen supplementation and plant-based diets in sports nutrition. The importance of tailored nutrition strategies using objective data like blood work. Common nutrition pitfalls athletes and the general population should avoid. Practical tips for building meals based on activity levels and goals. How to access Charles Ashford’s book, Quadrant Nutrition.
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In this episode of Finding Small Wins, host Adam Loiacono sits down with Charles Ashford, Director of Performance Nutrition for the Dallas Mavericks, to uncover how elite athletes optimize their nutrition for performance, recovery, and longevity. From his early career at Texas Tech University to managing the nutritional needs of NBA players, Charles shares his journey and philosophy.
This conversation covers the groundbreaking Quadrant Nutrition system, which segments fueling strategies into Adapt, Perform, Prime, and Recover phases. Charles provides practical advice for adapting nutrition to daily demands and emphasizes the importance of flexibility in meal planning. He also discusses how dietary trends like collagen supplementation and plant-based eating have evolved, and how to navigate their complexities.
Whether you’re a sports enthusiast, professional athlete, or someone looking to optimize your health, Charles offers invaluable insights into building sustainable nutrition strategies. You’ll learn how to implement small, actionable upgrades that make a significant impact.
Find exclusive insights and episode highlights at adamloiacono.com/category/podcast, and don't miss this opportunity to level up your nutrition game.