PARK CITY - Utah – On Thursday, March 26th at 7:00 PM, Park City High School will host "Stronger. Faster. Fueled." in the PCHS Lecture Hall. Organized by varsity track standout and future Yale athlete Sierra Darling, this community event aims to tackle the misconceptions surrounding Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S) and Low Energy Availability (LEA).

Designed for female athletes, coaches, and parents, the evening will feature expert speaker panels and vendor resources focused on performance nutrition and sustainable training. The goal is to move past harmful myths, such as the idea that a lost menstrual cycle is a sign of "working hard enough", and instead provide actionable strategies for long-term health and peak performance.

Sierra’s research journey began in her sophomore year in Ms. Alcox’s AP Statistics class. What started as a fascination with data has evolved into a sophisticated PCCAPS project. By integrating the statistical analysis she learned in the classroom with her practical experience in health-related internships and her current EMT training, Sierra is investigating a critical but often misunderstood issue: energy deficiency in sports.

Her work focuses specifically on Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S) and Low Energy Availability (LEA). Statistics show that approximately 80% of female athletes are at risk for these conditions, which occur when an athlete's nutritional intake fails to meet the high energy demands of their sport.

The physiological consequences of RED-S are significant, ranging from bone stress injuries and impaired muscle function to endocrine disruption. One of the most dangerous aspects of these conditions is the cultural stigma surrounding them.

Through her PCCAPS project, Sierra is working to shift this narrative. She is utilizing her background in statistics to measure community awareness and track how educational intervention can change the training and fueling habits of high school athletes.

The event will feature expert speaker panels and vendor resource tables offering practical strategies for nutrition and recovery. By replacing myths with evidence-based education, Sierra hopes to foster a culture where female athletes don't have to choose between their health and their competitive goals.

Event Details:

• Date: Thursday, March 26th
• Time: 7:00 PM
• Location: PCHS Lecture Hall

All members of the Park City community, especially those involved in youth sports, are invited to attend, learn from the experts, and support this important PCCAPS initiative. Together, we can ensure our athletes stay energized, prevent deficits, and maximize their performance for years to come.

This lineup is a true powerhouse of elite athletic expertise, featuring an incredible blend of Olympic-level experience, top-tier sports medicine, and Ivy League-bound leadership.

Tyler Roof

Tyler Roof is a Registered Dietitian and Board-Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics working at the intersection of performance nutrition, supplement science, and athlete physiology. She previously served as Director of Nutrition for the University of Utah football program and now works at Momentous, where she leads research, ingredient evaluation, and clinical trial strategy. Her work focuses on translating emerging science into practical fueling approaches, with special emphasis on women’s performance nutrition and nutrients such as creatine and omega-3s that support both physical power and cognitive resilience.

Carrie Jaworski

Dr. Carrie Jaworski is a sports medicine physician with more than 25 years of experience supporting athletes across competitive and Olympic-level sport. She serves as Medical Director of Sports Medicine for the Wasatch Back and as Head Primary Care Sports Medicine Physician for U.S. Ski & Snowboard. Dr. Jaworski is the 2025 President of the American College of Sports Medicine and has provided medical care for Team USA athletes across multiple Olympic Games. Her work focuses on protecting athlete health while enabling sustained high performance throughout long athletic careers.

Jen Wagner

Dr. Jen Wagner is a board-certified anesthesiologist, former Division I soccer athlete, and leader in human performance science and physician development. She completed training and served on faculty at Stanford University before leading perioperative services at University of Utah Health and Shriners Hospitals for Children. After practicing traditional clinical medicine, she transitioned into performance optimization and resilience research. She previously served as Chief Medical Officer at Liminal Collective and now works with Canyon Ranch, helping high performers integrate recovery, sustainability, and longevity.

Nikki Dotter

Nikki Dotter is a former Division I cross country and track athlete at the University of Utah and a certified USA Track & Field and weightlifting coach specializing in endurance and strength development. She has coached athletes across age groups and performance levels, helping individuals build confidence, technical skill, and competitive capacity. Through her leadership and program management work within the University of Utah Health, she collaborates across disciplines to advance athlete development initiatives and create training environments that support peak performance.

Liz Stephen

Liz Stephen is a two-time Olympian who represented Team USA in cross-country skiing at the 2014 Sochi and 2018 PyeongChang Winter Olympic Games. Over her professional career, she earned six U.S. national titles and reached World Cup podium finishes competing among the world’s best distance skiers. A graduate of the University of Vermont, she competed internationally for nearly a decade and played a key role in elevating American women’s distance skiing on the global stage. She is known for her strength, resilience, and commitment to long-term athlete development at the highest levels of sport.

Lauren Segal

Lauren Segal is a sports dietitian, yoga teacher, and founder of Intuitive Athlete Nutrition. She previously served as Executive Director of Sports Nutrition at University of Utah Health and specializes in Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S), low energy availability, and sustainable performance nutrition. Through clinical work, education, and athlete programming, she helps athletes build relationships with food that support both health and elite athletic performance.