Nick Page
Nick Page first fell in love with freestyle moguls while watching the 2010 Winter Olympics. Seeing athletes like Hannah Kearney and Bryon Wilson compete at the highest level sparked something immediate and lasting.
“I knew that was what I wanted to do,” he says. “From that point on, I never looked back.”
Sixteen years later, he’s still chasing that same feeling — now as a seasoned athlete who has competed internationally, traveled the world, and experienced both heartbreak and triumph along the way. What’s kept him going isn’t just talent. It’s discipline. It’s resilience. And it’s learning how to fuel like a professional.
The Lesson He Wishes He’d Learned Sooner
As a teenager, he trained relentlessly. But when it came to nutrition, he admits he was guessing.
“I was asking my body to perform like a sports car,” he explains, “but I was giving it the cheapest fuel.”
Like many young athletes, he assumed that because he was burning so many calories, he could eat anything and still perform. Over time, he realized that wasn’t sustainable.
Training and nutrition, he says, go hand in hand. You can’t build strength, endurance, or consistency without both.
The shift didn’t happen overnight, but once he understood how much food affected recovery, energy, and focus, everything changed.
His Pre-Training Formula
Before a big training session, he keeps things consistent and balanced. His go-to breakfast often includes oatmeal, eggs or yogurt, and sometimes a protein shake.
The formula is simple:
Carbohydrates for sustained energy
Protein to support muscle repair and growth
Healthy fats to support brain function and immune health
“I don’t overcomplicate it,” he says. “I just make sure I’m covering the basics.”
Consistency is key. He doesn’t experiment on competition days. Instead, he adjusts only timing and portion size.
For night events, he shifts his entire fueling schedule later so his body is energized at the right time. On higher-intensity days, he increases volume. On lighter days, he scales back.
It’s controlled. Intentional. Strategic.
During Training: Staying Sharp
During long training sessions or competition days, he focuses on maintaining steady energy with carbohydrates and some protein.
He also uses caffeine strategically during warm-up.
“I know exactly how it affects me,” he says. “When used responsibly, it gives me a little boost in focus and intensity.”
For him, fueling isn’t random — it’s deliberate.
Avoiding the Crash
One of the biggest shifts in his approach has been understanding energy stability.
Slow-digesting carbohydrates like oatmeal help him maintain steady fuel without spikes and crashes. On important days, he limits excessive sugar, knowing that quick highs are often followed by a drop in energy.
Steady beats dramatic.
Recovery Is Where Progress Happens
After training, recovery becomes the priority.
A favorite meal? Pasta with chicken or beef and plenty of vegetables.
Carbs replenish glycogen stores. Protein repairs muscle tissue. Vegetables provide micronutrients essential for immune health and recovery.
“Recovery is part of performance,” he says. “If you don’t respect that, you won’t last.”
Nutrition and Confidence
At the highest level of sport, confidence isn’t accidental.
Knowing he has fueled properly gives him an edge.
“When you know you’ve done everything possible to prepare your body, you compete with more belief,” he explains. “Nutrition is one of the biggest competitive advantages.”
That confidence doesn’t come from perfection. It comes from preparation.
Durability Over Time
He’s been fortunate to avoid major injuries throughout his career — something he attributes, in part, to pairing structured training with intentional fueling.
Nutrition alone doesn’t prevent injuries. But strength, recovery, and resilience are built in the kitchen as much as in the weight room.
“Taking care of my body has been foundational,” he says.
And that care compounds over years.
Quick Fuel Favorites
Post-Training Snack:
Greek yogurt with berries and a drizzle of honey — simple, balanced, and fast.
Smoothie Formula:
Banana + frozen berries + protein powder + milk
Blend. Refuel. Recover.
Fuel Takeaways for Young Athletes
- Fuel like a serious athlete, not just an active person
- Carbohydrates power performance
- Protein supports repair and strength
- Consistency beats last-minute experimentation
- Preparation builds confidence