As an athlete, when you look for someone to help you with your nutrition, you want to be sure you choose someone who:

1. Has been or is still athletic
2. Is an Registered Dietitian (RD) otherwise they do not have a nationally recognized nutrition certification which requires specific coursework, an internship and a national exam
3. Has practical experience helping others like you

When I work with someone, I want to know their qualifications. Since I would like to work with you, here are mine.

I became an athlete as an adult. I began cycling for pleasure then began racing. I raced both road and track for approximately five years. After I stopped racing bikes, I began running. I completed both the Houston and Marine Corps Marathon (DC) in 2001. I completed my first triathlon in 2005 – Try Andy’s Tri in Sugar Land. I plan on completing at least two triathlons this year.

I have completed all of my course work and internship to become an RD and am currently studying for the exam. I am planning on taking it in mid to late March.

During my schoolwork, I have assisted three triathletes with their nutrition and recovery plans while training for a half Iron Man. During the off-season, I have helped them with any weight issues that may arise.

I believe in matching nutrition to your training. Most training plans are periodized, and your eating should match these periods. You should use your training to try out what you’ll do on race day so there will be no surprises. I can help you determine how much to eat and when in your daily life, training and racing. Many athletes also overlook recovery. Recovery eating is key to your next training session. We can work together to create a recovery program that works for you and your body.

One of my main principles is that everyone is different. Sounds simple, but in nutrition it means that what works for one person may not work for the next. I will work with you to create your unique nutrition training plan.