Looking for some inspiration? In this video testimonial, my client Ashley Working shares her journey as an athlete, and how she overcame her challenges with her relationship with food. Ashley describes her issues that she brought to me, and how over the 9 months of working together, she re-learned how to fuel her body with […]

Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian - Testimonial - Healing the Relationship With Food

Do you have a habit of setting a goal, but not following through and abandoning it? If so, you’re not alone! And instead of feeling bad, achieving a goal or not often comes down to how you approach it. A huge part of my work is helping my clients achieve their goals, so I’ve come […]

Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian - The Key to Achieving Your Goals and Making Them Stick

Do you avoid snacking between meals because you think it’s unhealthy or will cause weight gain? Done properly, mindful or ‘smart snacking’ can make all the difference to having optimal energy levels, improved performance and higher brain functioning. As an important part of their meal plan, many of my clients learn that not all snacking […]

Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian - The Truth About Snacking

Did you know that carbohydrates are king when it comes to fueling your performance? Most people don’t realize we need more than just protein for muscle building and energy, and that carbohydrates play a critical role as fuel for brain function, muscle generation and repair, and endurance. Many people are reaching out to me after […]

Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian - High Performance Carbs, the Who, What and Why

Are you in tune with your thirst? Most people are not, and many of my clients are not even drinking enough water just to sustain what they need in their daily life. Because water makes up over 70% of our body, proper hydration affects everything from our metabolism, ability to digest food, think clearly and […]

Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian - Hydration for Athletes, Determining Your Needs

Do you feel like after you eat you’re just not satisfied and constantly looking for the next thing you can eat? You’re full and probably don’t need to eat anymore but you just need a little something. This happens to my clients all the time and quite frankly, it used to happen to me too! […]

Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian - How to Get More Joy and Satisfaction Out of Eating with Intuitive Eating

To perform at your best, do you know which supplements provide the best value for your money? In this video, I discuss what most of my clients seek guidance on; what the best supplements are to support their health and performance, and what my own personal regime is so I can stay on top of […]

Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian - Best Supplements for Health and Performance

Does it matter what you eat when you’re struggling to recover from a sports injury? In this video, I reveal 3 top foods that will support your recovery from an injury, to help you get back to performing at your best. Making small adjustments in your diet does indeed make a difference with supporting the […]

Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian - 3 Top Foods to Aid in Sports Injury Recovery

Do you always find yourself reaching for something sweet after meals, when you’re tired or stressed? Do you just have to have something salty and crunchy in the middle of the afternoon? In this training video I explain why it seems like your cravings keep getting in your way of eating healthy. Eating a little […]

Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian - Why You’re Struggling with Cravings and What to Do About It

Is pre-workout fueling necessary? In this training video I explain everything you need to know about proper fueling before your workout, to get the maximum results. Studies show there’s a significant improvement in your training session when you eat carbohydrates within 45 minutes prior to your workout. Topics discussed: What ‘pre-workout fueling’ actually is Why […]

Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian - Everything you need to know about preworkout fueling