More like 5/6 days to go! Plenty of Ascent Nutrition athletes appearing at the GC marathon '25 including Sports Dietitian Nicole & Cameron!
This is definitely the event I do the most Sports Nutrition race plans for every year, including for my athletes with Type 1 Diabetes.
I have athletes aiming for 30g carbs/hr because their gut is getting used to the idea of having to process food and run at the same time. Others with well trained iron guts are aiming to take in 75g/hr +. Some plan to carry fluids, and others plan their aid stations for hydration. Some are wearing their insulin pumps and balancing blood glucose levels between a tidy 7-12mmol/L with the help of carbs and an insulin plan.
Gels, sweets, sports drink, caffeine, electrolytes, breakfast .... all part of an important nutrition race planning!
To everyone racing, go hard! You know your nutrition is solid and planned like the pros. Let's see what your body can do with that fuel!
Looking forward to a big weekend!
24/04/2025
Healthy eating isn’t just about living longer—it’s about living better. 🌱💪
Every meal is a chance to fuel your body with the nutrients it needs to keep you feeling strong, energised, and thriving for years to come.
Do the work now—choose nourishing foods, build healthy habits, and take care of your future self. Because the last thing you want is to spend your later years battling preventable health issues. Invest in your health today, and your future self will thank you!
17/04/2025
🐰 Easter Closure Announcement 🐰
We’re taking a little break over Easter! Our practices will be closed from April 18 – 21, reopening on April 22.
Easter is a time to relax, enjoy good company, and yes – even have some chocolate! Remember, mindful eating is about balance, not restriction. So, savour your Easter treats, listen to your hunger cues, and most importantly, put your feet up and enjoy the long weekend with family and friends.
Wishing you all a happy and healthy Easter! 🐣
15/04/2025
Think you’ve got your carb counting sorted? 🤔 Over time, we tend to underestimate portions, which can throw off blood glucose control.
💡 QUICK TIP: Grab the kitchen scales and weigh your go-to foods every few months. A little refresher can make a big difference in managing your BGLs!
Need help fine-tuning your carb counting? Book a session with us via our website for expert guidance.
11/04/2025
Introducing solids? Keep it simple! 🥄
Start with plain, iron-rich foods like pureed meats, tofu, legumes, cooked egg, and iron-fortified baby rice cereal. Pair them with plain fruit and veggie purees to help your little one explore new flavours.
👶 At around six months, babies need extra iron as their natural stores start to run low. Once you've tested a food for tolerance, feel free to mix things up! And if you’re unsure about introducing allergens, ‘Nip Allergies in the Bub’ is a fantastic resource (https://preventallergies.org.au/).
Need personalised guidance regarding your child’s nutritional needs? Chat with us for expert advice – book an appointment today via our website or by calling 1300-262-534!
07/04/2025
Did you know that low Glycaemic Index (GI) carbs help keep your energy steady and support balanced blood sugar levels? They digest more slowly, keeping you fuller for longer and avoiding those energy crashes.
❌ Limit highly processed, high-GI carbs like white bread, sugary cereals, and white rice.
Want to make some easy swaps in your diet? Book a chat with us today via our website!
31/03/2025
✨ Exciting news—Nicole is back! 🎉
After welcoming her beautiful baby boy, George, into the world last October and soaking up precious family time, Nicole is back and ready to see you! She’ll be taking Telehealth appointments from April 1, with her regular working days being Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays each week. So, if you’ve been waiting to book in—now’s your chance! In-clinic appointments with Nicole will become available a little later in the year.
Secure your spot today by visiting our website and booking online or calling 1300-262-534. Nicole can’t wait to see you!
31/03/2025
Create a positive food environment at home by making mealtimes enjoyable and stress-free!
Avoid diet talk and weight-focused conversations—instead, encourage a balanced approach where all foods have a place. Kids learn by watching and listening, so be a role model, show them variety, cook with them and enjoy meals together as a family.
What’s one way you make mealtimes positive at home? We’d love to hear about it!
25/03/2025
As Errick McAdams said, "If you keep good food in your fridge, you will eat good food," and it couldn’t be truer! 🥦🍎
If your kitchen is full of tempting, less nutritious options, chances are you'll reach for them. A kitchen makeover might be just what you need! Clear out the unhealthy snacks and re-stock with nourishing foods that make you feel your best.
But remember—it’s all about balance! You don’t have to cut out treats completely. Just set yourself up for success with healthier choices front and centre!
19/03/2025
Craving something sweet but want to keep it healthy?
Try swapping your regular chocolate bar for dark chocolate-covered almonds! Not only are they delicious, but they also pack a punch of antioxidants and healthy fats.
What’s your favourite healthy swap? Let us know in the comments below! 👇
14/03/2025
Got a burning nutrition question? 🔥
Drop it in the comments below! Whether it’s about gut health, meal planning, fuelling your workouts or infant nutrition—we’re here to help!
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Attending University in Otago, NZ was where adventure sports and my interest in sports nutrition began. Kiwi in nature, recently Aussie by choice.
I completed a Bachelor in Biomedical Sciences in Nutrition and then a Masters in Sports and Clinical Dietetics. During university I worked privately as a Sports Nutritionist and completed research in various groups including adventure racers, cyclists, teen sports athletes, the Chiefs International Rugby Union team, the New Zealand Rowing team and New Zealand Hockey teams. I worked for the New Zealand School of Dance in Wellington alongside a Clinical Diabetes role at Wellington Hospital. In 2016 I moved overseas working in Paediatric Diabetes in the UK and then with the British Army and Royal Air Force at their base in Cyprus.
Coming from a swimming and surf lifesaving background, at University I got into kayaking and quickly made some multisport and adventure racing friends. As soon as I heard about the legendary Coast to Coast I knew I wanted to do it and in 2012 (before starting my Masters in Dietetics) I managed a 9th place in the 2 day event. Since I completed several half ironman events, week long cycle tours, two marathons, some 6-12 hr rogaines and MTB events and many other iconic events of interest to me along the way.
Today I live in Brisbane, working at Mater Hospital in the Queensland Diabetes Centre and have started Ascent Sports Nutrition in order to provide specific, logistically unique and evidenced base advice in particular to endurance athletes. I believe nutrition is a ways and means of supporting our body to manage the extremes of human potential in sport. I enjoy helping tailor one’s nutrition to support; the demands required of your sport, your unique nutritional requirements and challenges to good nutrition such as heat, altitude, weight, gut intolerance and medical conditions. I am trained and experienced in working with sports people with Irritable Bowel Syndrome and adults and children with Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes.
In sport I have my sights set on GODZone 2020 and plan to enjoy every adventure along the way in 24hr mountain bike races, 12-48 hr Adventure races and several road cycling tours. Stay tuned for my adventure updates. Looking forward to seeing you out there!
