Nutrition Talks

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Weekly Evening Nutrition Series

1 hour, $25

Nutrition doesn’t have to be confusing. In this weekly evening series, Shannon Siert, physical therapist and registered dietitian, shares simple, practical strategies to help you and your family eat well and feel your best.

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Topics Include:

Eating for Performance
How to fuel for energy, strength, and endurance in any sport or activity.

Injury Recovery Nutrition
Foods and strategies to speed healing and get you back to what you love.

Feeding Young Kids & Picky Eaters
Practical tips for less mealtime stress and more balanced nutrition.

Eating to Reduce Inflammation
Everyday food choices that support joint health and overall wellness.

Finding Freedom from Stress Eating
Tools to break the cycle of emotional eating without rigid rules.

Schedule

  • Back-to-School Fuel: Nutrition for Busy Families & Young Athletes

    • Fitting in in breakfast

    • Packing quick, balanced lunches

    • After-school snack ideas for focus and performance

    Shoulder Season Sports: Fueling for Climbing, Biking & Endurance

    • Carb timing for variable training schedules

    • Portable, easy-to-eat foods

    • Hydration as temps start to drop

  • Fall Produce: Cooking & Eating Seasonally for Energy & Immunity

    • Incorporating nutrient-rich fall produce (squash, root vegetables, apples, greens)

    • Quick, cozy meals to celebrate soup season

    • Boosting vitamins & minerals to stay healthy during sick season

    Fueling for Fall Races

    • Carb loading myths

    • Gut training for race day

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  • Eating for Joy & Health During the Holidays

    • Mindful eating and habit-stacking strategies

    • Identifying food and emotional triggers

    • Building balanced plates at gatherings

    Nutrition Strategies for Winter Travel & Vacation

    • Portable, packable meals and snacks

    • Managing gut health on the road

    • Healthy options while eating out

  • Ski & Snowboard Fueling

    • Pre-slope breakfasts, pocket snacks, and warm recovery meals

    • Energy-dense foods for long, cold days

    • Hydration when it’s cold

    Debunking Diets: Creating Long-Lasting, Sustainable Change

    • Why diets fail + red flags to watch for

    • The science of habit-building

    • Focusing on health, performance, and mindset shifts

  • Building Nutrition Habits That Last Beyond January

    • Habit stacking and realistic goal setting

    • Small changes + accountability systems

    • Avoiding “all-or-nothing” pitfalls

    Meal Planning & Prep for the Time-Crunched Professional

    • Batch cooking + freezer-friendly meals

    • Planning around training and busy schedules

    • Choosing healthy convenience foods

  • Anti-Inflammatory Eating: Separating Facts from Fads

    • Foods that truly support recovery

    • Common myths about inflammatory foods

    The Psychology of Snacking: Boredom vs. True Hunger

    • The pause-and-pivot test

    • Identifying triggers

    • Snacking smart

  • Spring Training: Fueling for Running, Ski Tours, Cycling & Climbing

    • Adjusting fueling for longer sessions + transitional weather

    • Pre- and post-workout meals

    • Maximizing recovery

    Supplements: What’s Worth It & What’s Overhyped

    • Evidence-based essentials vs. situational needs (injuries, recovery)

    • What’s overhyped

    • Understanding lack of regulation

  • Smart Grocery Shopping: Reading Labels & Spotting Ultra-Processed Foods

    • Ingredient lists made simple

    • Minimizing unnecessary additives

    • Key things to check on the label

    Hydration Strategies for Warm-Weather Sports

    • Using urine color + sweat rate testing

    • Electrolytes & sugar for endurance athletes

    • Daily hydration habits

  • Backpacking & Hiking Nutrition

    • Lightweight, high-calorie trail foods

    • Common mistakes to avoid

    • Gut comfort + food safety on the trail

    Sustainable Eating Practices for Active People

    • Seasonal, local, and low-waste planning

    • Organic vs. non-organic: how to choose

    • Budget-friendly sustainability tips