In a Nutshell
- Nutrition plays a pivotal role in healing. Adequate protein, healthy fats, and colorful fruits and vegetables can significantly accelerate the injury recovery process.
- Manage inflammation strategically. Inflammation is a natural part of healing, but in excess, it can hinder recovery. Anti-inflammatory foods and supplements, like omega-3 fats and turmeric, can help balance this response.
- Support the immune system. A robust immune system is essential for efficient healing. Nutrients such as vitamins A, C, and zinc can bolster immune function during recovery.
- Prioritize protein. Protein is especially crucial for tissue repair and regeneration. Sufficient protein (>1.2-1.6 g of protein per kg of body weight) helps maintain muscle while recovering and rebuild damaged tissues.
- Balance energy (calorie) intake. Even if activity levels decrease due to injury, the body’s energy demands for healing remain high. Consuming enough calories ensures the body has the necessary resources to recover.
Injured? Want to recover fast? Hack the healing process with these powerful tips on nutrition for injury recovery. Put the right eating and supplement strategies to work for you or your clients.
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Injuries happen. The question is: after they happen, how can you help the body heal?
For most athletes and fitness professionals, the idea that nutrition can play a powerful role in injury recovery makes perfect sense. Yet when injury strikes, very few know exactly how to use nutrition to improve healing.
In this infographic we’ll show you some best practices for using nutrition to dramatically speed up the injury recovery process.
Click here for a fully printable version of this infographic. Share with a recently injured client or colleague, or keep handy for your own reference.
Want to know more about the science behind nutrition and injury recovery? Discover our multi-part series on the topic here.
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The PN Level 2 Master Health Coaching Certification is an advanced, practice-based program designed for coaches who want to work at a deeper level—and do it sooner than the traditional 5–10 year path.
This is not a nutrition course.
It’s a mentored, small-group experience that prepares you to:
- Work confidently with complex client realities like stress, mental health, and emotional setbacks
- Apply behavior change principles that hold up when life gets messy
- Understand clients beyond food and fitness—so change actually lasts
You’ll learn directly from PN’s most experienced coaches through weekly live mentorship, structured self-study, and real-world coaching practice.
Why it matters
Level 2 is NBHWC-approved, making graduates eligible for:
- National Board Certification through the NBHWC
- Professional membership with the Health Coaches Alliance (HCA)
These credentials expand your career options and set you apart in an increasingly crowded field.
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