Feeding the Young Athlete

Cynthia Lair nutrition and culinary professor and author of the popular cookbook, Feeding the Whole Family, now in its fourth edition. Cynthia founded the Nutrition & Culinary Arts Bachelor of Science program at Bastyr University and has been a faculty member since 1994. She is also co-creator of the humorous online cooking program, Cookus Interruptus (www.cookus.tv), and gave a TEDx talk titled "How to Cut an Onion" in 2012. Cynthia was a soccer mom for more than 14 years and remains a loyal fan of the sport. She lives in Seattle, Washington.

Dr. Scott Murdoch, Ph.D., RD received his Master of Science degree in Exercise Physiology and a doctorate in Nutrition and Human Performance. He is also a registered dietitian. Scott has over 20 years of teaching, research, and clinical practice in human nutrition and physical performance. In addition, he has competed in more than 90 triathlons, including three Ironman World Championships, and played tennis professionally for 18 years. He is a proud father of two athletic boys and lives in Bend, Oregon.