IGCT Episode #88: Rob Skinner - “Mission First, People Always”




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Summary: Strength Coach Basic Training - Online Internship Program http://www.StrengthCoachBasicTraining.comIn the summer of 2013, Skinner became the first full-time sports dietitian for the NFL's Washington Redskins. After an early career in the U.S. Army, Skinner attended Georgia State University to earn an undergraduate degree in Nutrition and Dietetics and was hired as the director of sports nutrition with the Georgia Tech Athletic Association. After 10 years supporting Georgia Tech student-athletes, he moved to a similar role at the University of Virginia.Combining his two careers, Skinner took an opportunity to work with the United States Naval Special Warfare Command in the support of special operators. Skinner was one of the founding members of CPSDA.In This Episode We Discuss:His journey into the Sports Nutrition field.What is universal amongst all the populations he has worked with.Recommendations for organizations that don't have a Sports RD.How to best advocate for a Sports RD.Best piece of coaching advice he has ever received.His favorite quote, Book/App/Website recommendation.