In this talk, Clint Wattenberg, RD and Charles Stull, RD will discuss the interplay between the philosophical priorities regarding the psychological health and mental wellness of UFC athletes required to make weight and the precise interventions developed to support their athletes’ brain health in a combat sport setting.

Objectives:

1. Examine the relationship between mental health of weight-class athletes and the nutritional interventions required for optimal brain health.
2. Differentiate between the philosophical priorities versus the physiological necessities in the weight-class athlete and nutritional guidance.
3. Discuss the nuances of managing weight-class athletes when providing nutritional support for brain health.