Move the Needle: The Human Performance Podcast Matt Frakes: Managing Nutrition in Elite Sport
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Feb 4, 2026 Matt Frakes, Performance Nutrition Director for the New York Giants with extensive collegiate experience, explains how nutrition shifts from college to the NFL. He covers building nutrition programs, inflammation management strategies, practical supplements, travel and testing constraints, and tactical approaches to lean-mass and recovery.
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Nail Calories, Inflammation, Hydration
- Ensure athletes maintain caloric balance, practice inflammation management, and stay hydrated.
- Prioritize sleep, quality protein, and meal timing tied to practice and rehab plans.
Simple Daily Steps To Manage Inflammation
- Use daily high-quality protein, varied fruits/vegetables, increased omega-3s, and limit excess caffeine to manage inflammation.
- Reserve concentrated antioxidants or other mediators for targeted times like rehab or concussion care.
Use Targeted Antioxidants And Omega‑3s
- Provide targeted antioxidants (NAC, resveratrol, alpha-lipoic acid) during rehab and acute injuries but avoid overuse.
- Keep high-quality omega-3s circulating and consider pro-resolve mediators when appropriate.