Registered Dietitian (RD) and Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD). Expert in metabolic recovery, hydration strategies, and anti-inflammatory nutrition for endurance and tournament play.
Elena Rousseau is a performance nutritionist who designs fueling protocols for tournament athletes and ultra-endurance runners. She focuses on the biochemical aspects of recovery, specifically how macronutrient timing and micronutrient availability influence tissue repair and hormonal balance. Elena has extensive experience helping athletes manage energy levels during multi-match days and preventing burnout through diet. Her articles debunk supplement myths and provide practical, science-backed meal plans that tackle issues like systemic inflammation, glycogen depletion, and travel nutrition. She advocates for a "food first" approach but understands the precise application of clinical supplementation when necessary.