🎙️ Welcome to the Supporting Champions Podcast!In this episode, Dr. Steve Ingham is joined by Professor Graeme Close, a leading expert in sports nutrition and human physiology. From his early days as a professional rugby league player to becoming a trusted advisor for England Rugby, Graeme shares his incredible journey and offers valuable insights into the science behind elite performance.We dive deep into the fundamentals of sports nutrition, the role of mentorship in academic success, and the importance of building relationships with athletes to create tailored nutrition strategies. Graeme discusses key topics such as carbohydrate manipulation, protein intake, and the debate around low-carb high-fat diets, while also exploring the science behind supplements like creatine, beta-alanine, and CBD.💡 Key Topics Covered:The journey from athlete to academic in sports scienceWhy mentorship matters in the field of sports nutritionCarbohydrate’s critical role in elite performanceUnderstanding and addressing athlete behavior for effective nutritionThe importance of protein intake and timing for strength training Individualized nutrition strategies for optimal resultsEvidence-based insights into supplements like creatine and beta-alanineEmerging trends in sports nutrition, including CBD and functional mushrooms If you're passionate about sports nutrition, athlete performance, or the science behind optimizing elite athletes, this episode is packed with practical tips and expert insights!🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more in-depth discussions with experts in sports science and performance.Timestamps:Use code 'SC10' for 10% off all Supporting Champions Courses https://www.supportingchampions.co.uk/onlinecourse/ 📖 Read more on Graeme here: https://www.ljmu.ac.uk/about-us/staff-profiles/faculty-of-science/sport-and-exercise-sciences/graeme-close https://www.nutritionx.co.uk/panel/professor-graeme-l-close/ #SportsNutrition #EliteAthletes #GraemeClose #PerformanceNutrition #CarbohydrateManipulation #Supplements #EnglandRugby #Creatine #BetaAlanine #CBD #SportsScience #Mentorship