# Eat More, Play Better: Busting the Biggest Nutrition Myths for Volleyball Athletes

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Podcast: [The VBSC Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-vbsc-podcast-7690616)
Published: 2026-06-22T17:36:05+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of the VBSC Podcast, host Greg Herceg and the full VBSC coaching staff — Coach CeCe, Coach Sarah, Coach Dionne, and Coach Gerry — break down the most common nutrition myths and misconceptions they see with volleyball athletes. Topics covered: Lighter isn't always better — Why under-fueling to lose weight sabotages performance, and how a slight calorie deficit (200–250 calories) is a smarter approach The protein obsession — Why chasing 1g/lb of bodyweight may be overkill, and why ~0.85g/lb is a more balanced target for volleyball athletes Detoxes & cleanses — Why they don't work the way you think, and who's really benefiting (hint: the companies selling them) Late-night eating — Why cutting off food after 6pm isn't necessary, and how balanced eating throughout the day curbs nighttime cravings Electrolytes at tournaments — Why Gatorade alone isn't enough sodium, and how to actually stay hydrated through a full day of volleyball The anabolic window — Why the "30-minute window" myth was largely driven by supplement marketing, and why eating a full meal within two hours is sufficient Carbs are your friend — Why low-carb diets hurt volleyball performance, and why carbohydrates remain the primary fuel source for the sport Bonus tips — A simple "10g of protein per 100 calories" test for identifying quality protein sources, and an introduction to the Vertical Diet as a practical nutrition framework

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