Natalie Bowens

Community Rotation

• Participated in a full-time sports nutrition rotation (40 hrs/week) supporting elite NBA athletes in collaboration with team dietitians
• Assisted with daily athlete routines including preparation of vitamins, shakes, and meals; completed inventory tracking and food service responsibilities
• Shadowed and collaborated with team performance staff on hydration, recovery, and supplementation strategies tailored to individual athlete needs
• Researched injury prevention and recovery protocols—developed evidence-based recommendations for tendon health, muscle cramping, and surgical recovery nutrition
• Attended ASPDA Conference in Scottsdale, AZ; completed write-ups and applied learnings from breakout sessions on body composition and diet strategies
• Facilitated team talks on micronutrients, gut health, and hydration
• Led independent research on topics such as antioxidants, probiotics, caffeine, RED-S, and advanced supplements (e.g., sodium bicarbonate, beta-alanine) to inform athlete protocols
• Engaged in professional development activities, including resume and interview preparation, knife skills training, and clinical documentation practice
• Completed assigned readings on performance nutrition topics and conducted synopses to integrate research into future practice

Food Service Rotation

*Will begin this rotation in the Jazz's performance kitchen on 06/09/2025

• Delivered high-quality service in fast-paced, detail-oriented environments
• Honed communication, multitasking, and customer engagement skills
• Maintained knowledge of gourmet menus, wine pairings, and presentation standards

• Created training programs for sprinters, jumpers, throwers and distance runners
• Mentored student-athletes in both athletic and academic performance
• Organized team travel, managed meet logistics, managed inventory, and facilitated college recruitment