Sports Dietitian - Ohio - Vitality Nutrition

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"Everyone on my team is doing keto/intermittent fasting/[insert trendy diet].

Should I be doing that too?"

Welcome to the absolute minefield that is fitness culture.

You want to train, to compete, to push yourself. Maybe you're a college athlete, a marathon runner pounding the pavement, a dancer, a CrossFitter, a weekend warrior who just wants to feel strong.

But somewhere along the way, "athlete" became synonymous with restriction. With earning your food. With smaller, leaner, faster at any cost.

That's not performance nutrition. That's diet culture wearing a sports bra.

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Actual fueling strategies, not disguised restriction

I'm not here to put you on a meal plan that leaves you starving by 2pm.

I'm here to help you understand what YOUR body needs to perform, recover, and stay healthy long-term. That looks different for everyone, and it definitely doesn't come from a one-size-fits-all macro calculator.

Here's what we actually focus on:

Energy availability
Are you eating enough to support your training? (Spoiler: most athletes aren't.) We'll assess your actual needs—not what some app says.
Performance fueling
What to eat before, during, and after training for YOUR sport, YOUR schedule, YOUR body. No generic advice—customized strategies.
Recovery nutrition
How to help your body repair, rebuild, and come back stronger. Because rest days are training days too.
Injury prevention
Underfueling is one of the biggest risk factors for injury. Let's keep you in the game.

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The Stuff nobody talks about

RED-S, disordered eating, and toxic gym culture

Fitness spaces can be incredibly toxic and comparison is constant and "wellness" influencers are everywhere.

Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S) happens when you're not eating enough to support your training.

It can lead to:

Frequent injuries and stress fractures
Loss of period or irregular cycles
Fatigue that doesn't improve with rest
Declining performance despite training harder
Weakened immune system

And here's the thing: RED-S doesn't discriminate. It affects athletes of all genders, sizes, and sport types.

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Practical skills for real athletes in real life

Periodized nutrition planning

How to adjust your eating for training season vs. off-season vs. competition week vs. recovery periods.

Pre/ during / post-workout fueling

We'll discuss specific timing and food combinations that support YOUR training intensity and schedule. No pressure, no timeline, just gradual adjustments at your pace.

Hydration & electrolyte strategies

Especially important for Ohio weather and anyone training indoors with questionable ventilation.

Injury recovery fueling

What your body needs when you're rehabbing and can't train normally.

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Meet Rachel

I'm a Registered Dietitian with a certificate in Sports Nutrition from Ohio University.

I know how to find joy in movement while also fueling my body. I teach pole dance. I perform. I know what it's like to train your butt off and wonder if you're fueling it right.

And I know that you can be strong, fast, and powerful while also having a peaceful relationship with food.

I work with athletes ranging from recreational to collegiate level and above. Whether you're trying to qualify for Boston, compete in your first powerlifting meet, make it through dance conservatory training, or just want to stop feeling exhausted during your workouts, I've got you.

You don't have to choose between performance and food freedom. That's a false binary that diet culture sells you.

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"I started working with Rachel for both general and
sports nutrition purposes, and she's by far the best
dietitian I've ever worked with. She's very easy to
talk to, and she's great at helping you figure out how
to meet your body's needs, even if those needs are
changing over time."

"I came to this practice looking for a nutritionist that understands the intersections of gender, socio-economic status and nutrition. As a guy, getting help in this area can feel daunting. Rachel has made me feel seen, heard and supported as I take control back of my nutrition."

"Rachel helped me move away from rigid food rules and toward intuitive eating in a way that felt safe and supportive. I love her balanced approach—no extremes, no judgment—just real guidance that’s helped me change my mindset and begin to build a healthier relationship with food."

"Rachel is the most nonjudgmental, kind, and down to earth dietitian I've ever worked with. They’re so knowledgeable and I never feel embarrassed or misunderstood when working with her, and even more so, she celebrates my wins with me, and we troubleshoot issues I might be having a hard time with. I'm so grateful to have found Rachel and this practice!"

How it all works

Step One | Welcome Call

We'll meet via phone or video for approximately 15 minutes.

Tell me about your sport, your training schedule, your current fueling approach, and what's not working.

I'll let you know if sports nutrition counseling makes sense for you or if there's a different resource that would be more helpful.

Step Two | Initial Session

We'll go deep on your training schedule, current fueling patterns, performance metrics, any concerning symptoms, and your relationship with food and exercise.

From there, we'll create a collaborative nutrition plan that supports your actual goals, not what diet culture says they should be.

Step Three | Follow Ups

Most athletes benefit from bi-weekly or monthly check-ins, though some prefer weekly during competition season.

We'll adjust your fueling strategy based on what's working, what's not, how your training is progressing, and how your body is responding. This is dynamic, not a rigid meal plan you follow forever.

Pricing & Insurance

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Private Pay Options

Initial Session: $150 (75 minutes)
Comprehensive nutrition intake and goal-setting

Follow-Up Sessions: $125 (50 minutes)
Ongoing support and skill-building

Sliding Scale: Available
We keep a limited number of sliding scale spots (up to 40% reduction) for clients who need financial support

Insurance Options

We're in-network with:

Optum UHC/UMR
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Medical Mutual
Cigna

For out-of-network plans, we can provide a superbill for possible reimbursement.

Please note: We have a limited number of new client openings each month based on scheduling availability. We also maintain a waitlist for sliding scale spots.

Fuel your performance without fueling diet culture