Nutrition Clinic for Climbers

Three Virtual Workshops with Marisa Michael  

We've got some exciting news - thanks to the Planet Rock Team Booster Club, we were able to set up three virtual workshops about nutrition for climbers with sports dietician, Marisa Michael. These workshops are free and open to all Planet Rock Team members and parents (for the age appropriate workshops). See below for more details!  

Marisa Michael, MSc, RDN, CSSD is a registered dietitian, board-certified specialist in sports dietetics, and holds a master’s degree in sports nutrition and the International Olympic Committee’s Diploma in Sports Nutrition. She has a private practice in Portland, Oregon, where she helps individuals and teams enhance performance and health through nutrition. She serves on the USA Climbing Medical Committee and the IFSC nutrition sub-committee. She is the author of Climbing Nutrition: AComprehensive Guide and Nutrition for Outdoor Recreation. Sheworks with youth climbers and teams throughout the world. 

Parents & Coaches Workshop - January 28th 8-9pm 

• How to fuel your climber 

• Signs of disordered eating 

• What to say if you suspect a problem 

• What is relative energy deficiency in sport and what you need to know about it 

U17, U19, U20 Workshop - February 2nd, 8-9pm 

• Fueling for training and competition 

• Hydration for training and competition 

• Recovery meals 

• What is disordered eating? Some signs to be aware of 

U11, U13, U15 Workshop - February 10th, 7-8pm 

• Fueling for training and competition 

• Hydration for training and competition 

• Recovery meals 

• How to eat for growth/healthy bones & muscles 

Links to the virtual sessions will be provided closer to the date. Recordings of the workshops will be available for viewing after the sessions.