Do you ever feel like the gymnastics competitive season and off-season just run together and like it's impossible to catch a breath!?I'm super excited to share the first episode of our brand new 5-part series, Gymnast Nutrition & Recovery in the Off-Season to help your gymnast level up her nutrition and crush their goals this off-season!In today's part 1, "Look back to move ahead", I'm discussing the benefits of really taking a hard look at this past competition season. Think back to see what worked...and what didn't. Before your gymnast starts working longer summer hours and upgrades, let's address how they did regarding performance, injuries, growth and development etc. It's crucial to address gymnast nutrition and recovery in the off-season. Gymnastics doesn't have a true "off-season" like some other sports. But things can feel so hectic and stressful during competition season we often push important issues off to the side to "deal" with later. In Part 1 of our Gymnast Nutrition & Recovery in the Off-Season series, we're focusing on looking back in order to move ahead. Listen in! In this episode you'll hear: The benefits of looking back over the season and taking stock of where your gymnast is starting this off-seasonMy list of the most important issues to address and answer before moving forwardSimple approaches to use to improve between now and next competition season that will help support your gymnast reach their full potential Links & Resources The Balanced Gymnast®  Program for level 5-10 female gymnasts Episode #36: Gymnast Nutrition and ADHDTeam Talk Series inquiries for coaches and ownersConnect with Christina on Instagram @the.gymnast.nutritionist or support@christinaandersonrdn.com