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Have a goal in mind
When you're going to see a nutritionist, you should have a goal in mind, whether that's gaining strength or losing weight.
Once you've picked a nutritionist who seems aligned with your goals, write a list of your questions and what you hope to achieve beforehand. Keep a food log, or snap pictures of everything you eat, ahead of your appointment to ensure your dietitian can get a good view of your eating habits.
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Nutrition advice
From all the dietary information from wellness influencers, only one in 12 recommendations is nutritionally sound.
The easiest way to sift through the bad advice is to find a certified expert.
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Watch for Red Flags
...at the first appointment with a nutritionist.
- The eliminator: Telling you that you may never eat something. It can trigger a disordered relationship with food and is not rooted in science.
- The pill popper: Be careful of anyone selling a product in addition to f...
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A successful first visit
A good nutritionist will go through your current diet, discuss nutrition basics, and work together to set realistic goals.
You should be able to get answers to your specific questions and a rough action plan. Expect to book a follow-up.
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The Athlete
If you're training at a high volume, consulting with an RD who doesn't have a sports background is not what you need as they might not understand the rigors of training for enduro races.
A board-certified specialist in sports dietetics, which requires an additional 2,000 hours of sports-spe...
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Look for the Letters
There is no certification required to call yourself a nutritionist.
- A registered dietician requires a bachelor's degree at an accredited university. A licensed dietitian will have RD, RDN, LD, LDN, or CDN after their name, depending on the state they live in.
- Holistic nutrition...
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What you eat is just as important as what you do exercise wise. Most us know how easy it is to fall off track when you get hungry after a workout and you think: well I deserve a treat since I worked for it.
In most cases treating yourself as a reward for training is a bad idea.
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