Sports Nutrition and Diet
Remove the guesswork from your training
As an experienced dietitian and sports nutritionist, I support people looking to improve their overall health and well-being as well as supporting those with a sports performance focus.
Areas I commonly support:
- Nutrition for general health and wellbeing
- Optimising nutrition to support specific training for a race or event
- Race day nutrition strategies
- Ultra running nutrition
Lizzie Quirke,
our Registered Dietician and Sports Nutritionist
Nutrition for general health and wellbeing
If you are looking to improve your eating habits, energy levels or long-term health, I can help you with simple, evidenced based strategies to maintain positive dietary changes that fit your lifestyle.
Optimising nutrition to support specific training for a race or event
Whether you are training for your first marathon or gearing up for a fast 5K, I can ensure that your nutrition is supporting your training load so you can get the best out of each session. This may include pre-session nutrition, training your gut for in-race nutrition and how to recover well to keep your training progressing.
Race day sports nutrition strategies
Ensure your race day nutrition supports and reflects your months of hard training! From getting your carbohydrate load right in the lead up to your event, to a clear in-race strategy, we’ll build a plan that supports your race and doesn’t leave it to chance.
Ultra running nutrition
Ultramarathons are on a whole other level and they require specific nutrition strategies to match. I will provide support with how nutrition can help to keep your body and mind moving well throughout the hours you’ll be out in the elements. Whether facing extreme temperatures or mountain peaks, your nutrition plan will reflect the unique demands of your event.
Support options
Nutrition consultations are currently being offered via video call. If you would prefer a face-to-face consultation, please ask on enquiry.
Cost:
General Consultation
Initial Consultation
(45 minutes)
COST £105.00
Follow-up Consultation
(35 minutes)
COST £85.00
In-depth Sports Nutrition Package
Initial Consultation
(45 minutes)
3 Follow-up Consultations
(35 minutes each)
COST £320.00
Option for detailed dietary analysis
- Analysis of food diary alongside your training log to check your dietary adequacy
- Feedback with report focused on improving training, health and performance
- Realistic personalised recommendations to suit you and your lifestyle
Make a Booking
info@fitstuffclinic.co.uk or Call: 01483 533133
Sports Nutrition and Diet FAQs
Do I need to be an elite athlete to benefit from a nutrition consultation?
Not at all! I support people looking to improve their everyday nutrition, health and wellbeing, as well as those with a sports performance goal. Whether you’re starting to exercise, training regularly or preparing for an event, we will focus on what matters to you.
What happens during my first nutrition consultation?
We’ll discuss your goals, eating habits and lifestyle as well as any challenges you’re experiencing. If you’re training, we’ll explore your exercise routine and upcoming events. Together, we will identify practical changes to help your nutrition support your health, training and recovery.
What should I prepare before my appointment?
It is useful to think about your goals and any questions you want to discuss before you’re appointment. You will also be sent a pre consultation form to complete, to help me understand more about you, your history and goals.
Can you help me with nutrition for a specific race or event?
Yes! From a first 5K to a marathon, triathlon or ultramarathon, we can develop a nutrition strategy that reflects your training and event. This might include fuelling before and after sessions, practising food and fluids during exercise, and planning your race-day nutrition.
Will the advice be tailored to my dietary preferences and lifestyle?
Absolutely. Recommendations will take account of your food preferences, dietary requirements, daily routine and training commitments.
Rather than providing a fixed meal plan, we’ll focus on adapting your current eating habits and identifying practical changes that work for you. Meal plans are often not the most helpful strategy as everyday life and training demands change. The aim is to give you the knowledge, confidence and tools to make flexible food choices and maintain changes in the longer term.
Should I book a one-off consultation or the sports nutrition package?
A one-off consultation can be useful if you have a specific question or want guidance on where to start. The sports nutrition package includes an initial consultation and three follow-ups, giving us time to review progress, work through challenges and adjust your nutrition as training develops. If you would like ongoing support, you can book your follow up sessions in line with your needs. Unsure what might work for you? Get in touch and we can discuss which option best suits your goals.
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