What to Expect in Working Together

Working with a sports nutritionist can be a game changer for athletes looking to enhance performance.

Understanding the initial stages is crucial for setting realistic expectations and maximizing the collaboration’s advantages.

Here, we’ll talk about what to expect in working together!

Initial Assessment and Goal Setting: It all starts with a comprehensive initial assessment. Expect a deep dive into your nutrition history, lifestyle habits, sleep hygiene and unique goals. Once your goals are clear, we will move forward with a custom, individualized strategy.

Your Unique Nutrition Plan: Drawing from this assessment, we’ll introduce macronutrient recommendations, meal timing and hydration strategies to fuel your success.

Education and Guidance: In the first weeks, expect a wealth of education on nutrition essentials. Learn about pre- and post-workout nutrition, managing hunger, meal prepping and making choices in line with your goals.

Ongoing Support: With continued communication and coaching, you’ll stay on track with your goals. Regular check-ins, adjustments, and motivation keep you committed and progressing.

Weekly Breakdown

Embarking on a nutrition journey with a sports nutritionist is a unique and personalized experience tailored to your specific goals. While this game plan provides a rough outline of what to expect, everyone's process is different. Your needs, preferences, and objectives will shape the approach we take together, ensuring the journey is as effective and enjoyable as possible.

Week 1: The Nutritional Audit

In the first week, we dive into a comprehensive nutritional audit. This involves assessing your current diet with a particular focus on protein intake. This not only helps gauge your total intake but also gives insights into your food preferences, tastes, and habits. It's a vital step to understand where you are starting from and how we can tailor your nutrition plan to suit your needs and lifestyle.

Week 2: Building a Solid Foundation

The second week is all about making initial changes and adjustments. With the information gathered from the first week, we start to craft a solid nutrition and lifestyle foundation. This involves tweaking your diet to optimize nutrient intake, ensuring you have the energy and nutrients needed for your training and recovery.

Weeks 3-4: Introducing Manageable Daily Habits

In the third and fourth weeks, we focus on introducing small, manageable daily habits that support your long-term goals. These habits are designed to be sustainable and to gradually build upon the foundation we established in week two. Whether it's incorporating more whole foods, timing your meals better, or staying hydrated, these habits will set you up for long-term success.

After the First Month: Your Journey, Your Direction

After the initial month, the direction of your nutrition plan is entirely up to you. We can continue to fine-tune your diet, delve deeper into specific performance goals, or explore new areas such as supplementation or advanced meal planning. The journey is personalized to ensure it aligns with your goals, preferences, and lifestyle.

Building a solid nutrition foundation empowers you to do more in all aspects of your life. During the first few weeks, keep communication open, be willing to learn and adapt, and watch the results unfold!

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hi, i’m katie!

I work with strength and team athletes. As a lifelong athlete myself, I know nutrition can feel overwhelming and confusing. It is incredibly difficult to navigate scientific truths with a constant barrage of conflicting messages.

Having working with nationally and internationally recognized athletes, I help both casual and competitive athletes learn to fuel for their sport and daily life for good.

I would love to connect with you and hear about your specific goals. Schedule a discovery call below and let’s chat!