Past Articles from Kate Schlag
Kate is a Registered Dietitian and holds a Masters in Public Health with a concentration in nutrition from the University of California, Berkeley. As an RD, she is looking forward to a career in sports nutrition and nutrition communications. She started playing ultimate with USC’s Hellions of Troy and now plays for San Francisco Polar Bears.
A Popular Diet Review: Keys To Optimal Sports Nutrition
Diet is a huge part of optimizing athletic performance. Here's what to eat.
Jan 15, 2015 by Kate Schlag in Analysis with 5 comments
Picking the Right Protein: Post-Workout Supplements for Ultimate Players
Unless you'e a nutritional expert yourself, you've probably heard a lot of conflicting advice about protein supplementation following Ultimate training. Ultiworld's nutrition columnist, Kate Schlag, gives her opinions on the basics and grades some elite player's post-workout diet routines.
Nov 13, 2014 by Kate Schlag in Analysis with 29 comments
Hydration Tips And Information Athletes Need To Know
Kate Schlag, Ultiworld's nutrition columnist, goes in depth about optional hydration and avoiding cramps.
Sep 8, 2014 by Kate Schlag in Analysis with 21 comments
Eating on a Budget: Healthy Options for Ultimate Players that Won’t Break the Bank
Eating healthy can be expensive. But not all nutritious foods geared for athletes have to sting your wallet. Kate Schlag shares some great food options for budget-conscious ultimate players.
Jul 22, 2014 by Kate Schlag in Analysis with 15 comments
What To Eat During A Tournament
The tryout season is in full swing and the summer club season is just around the corner.
Jun 2, 2014 by Kate Schlag in Analysis with 23 comments
Nutrition And Recovering From Injury — Tips from the Research
During my six years of playing ultimate frisbee, I’ve been injured — to the extent that I can’t play — for almost two of them.
Apr 2, 2014 by Kate Schlag in Analysis with 9 comments
4 Common (But Easy To Fix) Diet Mistakes Ultimate Players Make
We’re already almost two months into the new year, which means that many of the well-intentioned resolutions to completely change your life have fallen a…
Feb 24, 2014 by Kate Schlag in Opinion with 20 comments
Are Ultimate Players Overly Reliant on IB?
Look in a random ultimate player’s bag and, chances are, you’ll consistently see three items: water, snacks, and some type of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs).
Jan 17, 2014 by Kate Schlag in Analysis, Opinion with 19 comments
What to Eat on Saturday Night: A Mid-Tournament Food Primer
There’s no question that playing ultimate burns a significant amount of calories.
Dec 5, 2013 by Kate Schlag in Analysis with 20 comments
Where to Stop and What to Eat: The Importance of Pre-Tournament Breakfasts
I know elite ultimate players who swear by McDonald’s Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Biscuit as their pre-tournament breakfast, I know some who go out of…
Nov 20, 2013 by Kate Schlag in Analysis with 23 comments