Tactical Nutrition! Lauren Marucci and Zach Bennett share insight on their current roles as tactical dietitians as well as the transition from collegiate to the tactical setting. Lauren and Zach also share behind the scenes of what its like to be married to a sports RD! Looking to learn more about tactical nutrition? This episode is for you! Lauren Marucci is in her second year working with Army Special Operations, where she oversees the nutrition and fueling for special operators and direct support staff. In addition, she is a recipe developer and creates content for The Perfect Pear. Marucci has also worked as an Associate Performance Dietitian at LSU, working specifically with men’s basketball, swimming and diving, softball, and women’s soccer. She spent the 2016-2017 season working as a Gatorade SNIP (Sports Nutrition Immersion Program) Fellow with the Chicago Bears. She has also interned with EXOS and worked extensively with Florida State University while obtaining her masters and completing her dietetic internship. Zach Bennett earned a bachelor’s in Dietetics at the University of Georgia and a master’s in Exercise Science from Florida State University where he met his wife Lauren. So far in his career he’s held positions at the University of Georgia, the University of Michigan, the University of Texas, and Louisiana State University. He’s currently a Holistic Health and Fitness dietitian for the United States Army. Did you hear? Sports RD Snippets is now so much more than just a podcast!  Check out the NEW website!  www.sportsrdsnippets.com  1:1 Mentoring- I can help you find your niche, break into the field, and start your career with confidence!  This episode is sponsored by Momentous, Honey Stinger and 2Before! Check out livemomentous.com and use the code RDSNIPPETS15 for 15% off all products Check out Honeystinger.com and use the code RDSNIPPETS20 for 20% a one time retail order Contact [email protected] for samples and team pricing. Use code SportsRDSnippets30 at checkout for 30% off product online at www.2before.com. For team orders, contact [email protected] for more information and pricing.”