FC Bayern Launches Innovative Nutrition Workshop ‘ZAM G’SUND’ for Members and Youth
FC Bayern Munich has introduced a pioneering nutrition initiative designed to promote healthy eating habits among its members and youth academy participants. The program, named ‘ZAM G’SUND’ (meaning ‘together healthy’ in Bavarian dialect), represents the club’s commitment to extending its influence beyond the pitch by integrating sports performance with everyday wellness.
Program Development and Leadership
The ‘ZAM G’SUND’ workshop was developed through collaboration between Pascal Dyck, head chef at the FC Bayern Campus, and Eva Busam, the club’s youth football nutrition consultant. Working alongside the membership team led by Jasmin Gaßner, Jennifer Sajons, and Janine Ongyerth, they created an interactive program focused on practical nutrition strategies for athletes and active individuals.
Workshop Structure and Participant Selection
Selected from approximately 700 applications, 50 adult members and youth participants from the TEENS CLUB joined the inaugural session. The workshop combined educational discussions with hands-on cooking activities in the FC Bayern Campus kitchen, where participants learned to prepare meals aligned with the dietary preferences of professional players.
Interactive Learning Approach
Participants engaged in discussions centered on practical nutrition questions, such as optimal food choices for post-school or post-work activities. Options presented included muesli in to-go cups, wraps with peanut butter and banana, or filled bread with water. This interactive format encouraged active participation and knowledge sharing among attendees.
Club Leadership Perspective
FC Bayern CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen emphasized the program’s alignment with the club’s broader health initiatives: “Fair play begins with nutrition – towards your own body. We aim to impact society beyond the stadium through initiatives like our ‘ZAM AKTIV’ movement promotion program. Proper nutrition is fundamental to reaching full potential in both elite sports and daily life.”
Integration with Existing Health Programs
The ‘ZAM G’SUND’ workshop complements FC Bayern’s established health promotion framework, particularly the ‘ZAM AKTIV’ initiative. Together, these programs reflect the club’s holistic approach to member wellness, addressing both physical activity and nutritional education as interconnected components of a healthy lifestyle.
Facility Utilization
Activities were conducted at the FC Bayern Campus in Munich, the club’s state-of-the-art youth development facility. The campus, opened in 2017 after construction between 2015 and 2017, provides specialized facilities for nutritional education and culinary training as part of its comprehensive athlete development infrastructure.
Program Impact and Future Directions
By translating complex nutritional science into accessible, practical guidance, FC Bayern aims to empower members and youth to make informed dietary choices. The workshop serves as a model for how professional sports clubs can contribute to public health education through engaging, experience-based learning opportunities.
As FC Bayern continues to innovate in sports science and member engagement, initiatives like ‘ZAM G’SUND’ demonstrate the club’s dedication to fostering long-term health and wellness within its community, reinforcing the connection between athletic excellence and everyday well-being.