Gillian Cabral

Sports Nutrition Graduate Assistant @University of Utah Athletics

Salt Lake City, UT, US

Support sports nutrition initiatives for women’s volleyball, men’s tennis, and baseball teams at the University of Utah- Develop individualized nutrition plans for athletes through one-on-one consultations- Review DXA body composition reports and iron/vitamin D blood test results, advising athletes on dietary modifications and supplementation to optimize performance and health- Lead all-athlete cooking classes: organizing recipe development, class facilitation, and relevant education- Design and deliver team nutrition education through presentations and team talks, addressing specific nutrition needs and goals to enhance health and performance- Develop sports nutrition handouts on key topics for athlete education on Canva- Execute interactive dining hall food demos and themed meals at the all-athlete dining hall, collaborating with dining staff to promote performance-focused nutrition- Support teams during competitions and practices, assisting with nutrition strategies for pre, during, and post-event fueling to optimize performance and recovery- Develop pre- and post-game menus for volleyball athletes, aligning meal options with the energy and recovery demands of competition.