Kelsey HigginsonSports Nutrition Coach and Founder at Clutch Day Coaching

Rapid fire Q&A with a sports nutrition coach

10 Nov 2025 · 0 min

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A sports nutrition coach says athletes don't need to track calories obsessively or use apps. Aim for 0.82 grams of protein per pound of body weight daily. Post-workout protein timing matters less than hitting that total, though a snack helps if you're falling short.

Questions this video answers

No. The coach does not have any athletes count calories or use tracking apps because it’s annoying, time‑consuming, and athletes don’t have time for that.

Not necessarily. As long as athletes meet their daily protein target (about 0.82 g per pound of body weight), immediate post‑workout protein isn’t required, though a protein snack after strength training can help those who struggle to get enough protein.

Do athletes need to count every single calorie to be fueled properly?
No! I don't have any of my athletes count calories or use tracking apps because it's annoying and it takes a ton of time and athletes don't have time for that.
Should athletes always eat protein right after a workout?
Give me a Y! Give me an E! Give me an F! Yeah! After a strength training workout, that could be awesome. If you're getting your overall daily protein needs, which is 0.82 grams per pound of body weight, then you're You're probably fine to not have it right after your workout, but if you struggle getting protein in and you have to be reminded to, just creating the system of right after I have my strength training, I'm going to eat a protein snack, that could be a great option.