Good nutrition is an important aspect to athletic training. There’s no substitute or supplement for a balanced diet, as Kacie Vavrek, MS, RN, LD, explains. Vavrek is part of The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center’s Nutrition Services department, which provides clinical nutrition services, nutrition assessment, counseling, patient dining, catering and retail dining at multiple locations. Our dietitians can help you with weight management and weight loss. Referrals and appointments are scheduled at 614-293-4333. Learn more at https://wexnermedical.osu.edu/nutrition-services/ Check out our related videos: Weight Management: Expectations https://youtu.be/bvIlceGaMxA How to snack smart https://youtu.be/l_o2PwOMQxY Weight Management: Drink calorie-free https://youtu.be/eUMWoYehaxw Visit The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center: https://wexnermedical.osu.edu/ Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/osumedicalcenter Like us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/OSUWexnerMedicalCenter/ Follow us on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/osuwexmed Follow us on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/osuwexmed Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ohio-state-university-wexner-medical-center