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Plant Forward Endurance Nutrition & Wellness serves plant-forward folks through virtual counseling.

03/11/2026

✨ Happy Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day! ✨

In case you don't already know, it takes a lot to become a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. While anyone can call themselves a nutritionist, RDNs go through a lot of school, training, and continuing education to be able to provide high quality, evidence-based care.

We're trained to evaluate current scientific studies, interpret data, and figure out how to apply that information in everyday life in terms of what people are eating and drinking. Sometimes we can make recommendations for the general public. More often than not, if you ask us a question about health or nutrition, our answer will be, "it depends..." Because your health is individual to you, and your needs will change over time. Any advice you receive shouldn't be based on vibes, fads, or trends or even what your neighbor or your friend at the gym was told.

Nutrition counseling is the process by which dietitians evaluate your current health, any medications or supplements you're taking, what you're eating and drinking, and how you're moving your body. Then we work together to build a plan that works for you, your life, and your goals. It's an incredibly supportive, individualized process that will change your life.

Ready to come find out for yourself? Send me a DM or comment below.

03/10/2026

Let's talk goals! Too often I see people dismiss their big, shoot for the moon goals for a couple of reasons.

1) They feel like their goal will take a long time to achieve.
2) They feel like their goal isn't big enough to be celebrated.

My big scary goals include big scary distances. That does not make me any better or more worthy of being celebrated compared to someone whose goals are a heck of a lot shorter than mine.

Running a 5k does not make you less of a runner than a marathoner. Completing a sprint triathlon doesn't make you less of a triathlete compared to an Ironman.

Not everyone has the time, ability, or desire to do ultraendurance events. That's OK.

Whatever goal you set for yourself, put in the work, see it through, and celebrate the heck out if it!

I promise I'll celebrate right alongside you.

What goal are you working towards?

03/07/2026

If your dreams include a triathlon or an endurance run, let me help guide you. I know what it feels like to push through the medical mysteries that leave you questioning your body. I've wedged in my workouts between school pick-ups and drop-offs and every other kid activity under the sun. The early mornings. The late nights. Showing up for yourself while you show up for your family. Navigating the medical system while you navigate your training.

If you're ready to make the leap, let's leap together. I have two spots for triathlon or running athletes on my roster. My coaching comes with nutrition counseling, so you have the support you need to stay in it for the long run - stronger, more nourished, and more fulfilled than you ever thought possible.

Comment below or DM me to get started.

03/04/2026

Think you need to lose weight to get faster? Think again.

Whether you’re a triathlete, runner, or cyclist, speed comes from training your body to go faster. That means building aerobic capacity, strength training, resting/recovery, and proper fueling.

Weight loss most often means restriction. It means cutting calories and increasing activity.

But if you're not fueling your body for the demands of any given workout, you're setting yourself up for muscle loss, fatigue, and even injury.

If you want to get faster, focusing on building a plan that works for where you are now and gradually gets your body where you want to go. It should incorporate the right amount of activity, recovery, and fuel for your body.

In that pursuit, you might lose weight. You might gain muscle. But if you only focus on weight loss for weight loss's sake, you will not see the gains you're ultimately looking for.

Still have questions? Drop them in the comments or send me a DM.

03/02/2026

Happy Medal Monday to Allie! Last week, she decided last minute to take advantage of the opportunity to complete the Disney Coast-to-Coast Challenge. Last month, she completed the Disneyland 10K and half marathon. This weekend, she smashed it at the Disney World Princess Half Marathon Weekend with another 10K and half marathon.

The key to her success? Consistency - in both training and nutrition!

We've been working together since last fall to build her back to a strong run base after having children and living a whole lot of life. We've also been working toward finding fueling solutions that work for her busy lifestyle. After all, she's a mom to two young kids AND a medical researcher.

It's been my absolute honor to get to coach Allie and watch her grow as both an athlete and person. Congratulations!!!

02/16/2026

Part 2! Let's talk about colonoscopies. I just had my first. Feel free to AMA about the process in the comments or a DM!

The prep isn't super fun. Yeah, the liquid you drink doesn't taste great, and you need to have your own bathroom immediately after for the next hour or so. I didn't have any painful cramping or nausea, but that can happen for some folks. My biggest complaint was not being able to eat anything for a day and a half, but again, it's doable. (If you're an athlete, you've probably done much harder, more uncomfortable efforts than colonoscopy prep.)

The actual procedure went quickly. I was super loopy the rest of the day, so I got couch time, snacks, and Netflix in between naps.

The day after, I felt fine, but the day after that, for the next several days, I felt like my insides got into a fistfight and lost.

They found 1 precancerous polyp (that was removed). I've been vegan for 16 years. I'm an endurance athlete. I don't drink or smoke. My risk factors on paper are super low. But low risk does not mean no risk.

I'm so glad I went in. I'm not looking forward to more frequent screenings, but if it keeps me safe and here for my family, it's worth it.

02/15/2026

We need to talk about colonoscopies and colorectal cancer. Yeah, it's a 💩 topic (see what I did there...). But it's an incredibly important one.

Colorectal cancer is the 3rd most common cancer globally and the 2nd leading cause of cancer death in the U.S. It's heavily influenced by lifestyle factors, as well as genetics.

Screening and early detection saves lives! If you're 45 and haven't yet scheduled your first colonoscopy, do it.

Check out part 2 for more information and to hear me talk about my experience with screening.

02/09/2026

Breaking news! I'm now licensed to practice Medical Nutrition Therapy as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist in Alaska, Iowa, Minnesota, and Pennsylvania!

This is in addition to states that do not require a license to practice as a dietitian - my credentials through the Commission on Dietetic Registration are enough, including Colorado, Arizona, California, New York, New Jersey, Michigan, Wisconsin, and Virginia.

AND I'm now taking insurance. Send me a DM if you're curious how nutrition counseling can benefit *you*!

02/08/2026

Shout out to Natalie at for her help in upgrading my health fair game with this new branded table cloth. I had so much fun chatting with folks at Windows to Wellness - the City of Longmont's annual health fair for residents.

I even had the privilege of speaking about redefining health and nourishing your body beyond nutrition.

It was a great day! Now it's time for me to follow my own advice and remember to rest after a long morning on my feet chatting with so many incredible folks!

02/07/2026

I’m hosting a free mindful eating experience on Zoom this Sunday, Feb 8 at 5 pm MST. Consider this your invitation to slow down, reconnect with your body, and feel more grounded through a gentle guided practice (bring a whole orange or a cup of freshly brewed tea). Registration is free, but I encourage you to donate any amount to a community org or mutual aid, including the South High School GoFundMe supporting Minneapolis families impacted by ICE (link in comments).

Registration link is in the comments or DM me "mindful"

I can't wait to see you there!

01/29/2026

Omg, you're vegan!? But where do you get your protein? Isn't soy bad for you? How did you survive being pregnant and vegan? How do you train for marathons and Ironmans without eating meat or dairy? Aren't you tired all the time? Aren't you worried you'll get to be too weak and your hair will fall out and your bones will break?

This is the kind of stuff I hear All. The. Time. Either as questions or statements ("I used to be vegan until [insert horrible health issue here]").

The truth is, 16 years ago, I went vegan for my health. I wanted to have more energy. I wanted to be a better endurance runner. I wanted to prevent the kinds of chronic diseases that run in my family, including diabetes, heart disease, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and cancer. I was selfish. I did it for me.

And now? I'm a thyroid cancer survivor (in part because I learned to tune into my body and advocate for myself). I'm the healthiest I've ever been. I'm strong. My bones are strong. I am an Ironman and 8x marathoner.

I'm that white lady who rescues pit bulls and sings to cows and shops local and supports vegetable farmers. It's not virtue signaling. It's me living my values.

Because going vegan helped me recognize my place in the world and the small ways I can contribute to the good in it.

So if you're ready to be more conscious about what you're putting in your body (not from a place of shame or judgment but from compassion), let's talk. Let's get you in tune with what you need to be a force for good in this world. Whether that means crushing finish lines or fighting N*zis. I'm here for you either way.

DM me for more info on how to start!

09/28/2025

We had so much fun at the today at Boyd Lake! Congrats to all the finishers, which included my oldest kiddo and partner.

smashed it once again! My youngest helped me with my race booth, slinging brownies and telling people how awesome his mom is 😋. I also heard from loads of athletes about how grateful they were to be able to actually eat the food after the race because Breakaway puts so much care into their post-race food.

When you have allergies or intolerances or you choose to abstain from animal products, it usually means you have to plan your own post-race food, which adds that extra layer of complexity to your race day logistics. If you've never experienced that, it can be difficult to appreciate just how incredible it feels to find races that accommodate dietary restrictions.

Does anyone have recommendations for other vegan-friendly races or destinations?

And if you need help planning food for your next adventure, hit me up! It's one of the services I offer.

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