Why Carbs are NOT the Enemy
Margaret Downs, MS, RDN, LDN, CSSD, ACSM EP-C
Did you know carbohydrates are crucial for athlete performance? Learn more about what carbs are, why they are so important, and strategies to make sure your athlete is eating enough of them.
New Sports Nutrition Webinar each Week!
Join us each week for a FREE live webinar given by a Sports Dietitian. Each webinar will include a 15-20 minute presentation PLUS a 10 minute Q&A session with a Registered Dietitian. Topics will range from building muscle to grocery shopping to sport specific nutrition talks.
Who is this for?
The weekly webinar series is athletes, parents, and coaches who want to learn more about sports nutrition and how it can help improve your performance both on and off the field!
- Athletes
- Parents of Athletes
- Coaches
What to expect
Each week you'll see a new webinar with a new presenter with topics ranging from building muscle to meal preparation. Presentations will last 15-20 minutes with 10 minutes for a Q&A session with the presenting MSD Sports Dietitian. Check back weekly to see what's next!
Margaret Downs is an Assistant Professor of Nutrition and Dietetics at Western Carolina University. She is a Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD) and a Certified Exercise Physiologist (EP-C). Margaret specializes in performance nutrition, while emphasizing health and disease management. She is a diverse practitioner and advanced clinician who has focused skill development in weight dependent sports and disordered eating patterns.
Frequently Asked Questions
These are some of the questions people most frequently ask us:
Is this webinar live or on-demand?
Sessions will be live on Wednesdays at 7pm CST and then converted to an on-demand option shortly after and sent to you via email.
Is it free?
YES!
How long is this webinar?
Webinars will be 20-30 minutes long including a Q&A session.
Access to a replay if I can't attend the live webinar?
Yes, a replay link will be sent via email.
