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Fuel to Thrive

We are a group of dietitians and personal trainers wanting to help you optimize your health! We educate, empower, and walk alongisde our clients.

We love working with athletes, those with chronic GI conditions, and peri/menopausal women! Fuel can be looked at literally, as food, and metaphorically, as passions. I think we need to recognize what fuels us metaphorically before looking at what fuels us literally. What gets you excited? What gets you out of bed in the morning? Is it a competition you are training for, or is it the moments you get to spend playing with your grandkids? No matter what fuels you metaphorically, I can help you find what fuels you literally. I do this by living up to my mission: Redefine health. Empower individuals. Create lasting changes.

03/12/2026

Gut-friendly recipe alert!⁠
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We know how hard it can be to find delicious recipes that actually work for sensitive tummies and food intolerances — which is exactly why we love this one.⁠
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This gluten-free + dairy-free banana oat muffin recipe from our dietitian Lori is:⁠
• Naturally sweet and satisfying⁠
• High in fiber to support digestion⁠
• Great for meal prep, breakfasts, or snacks⁠
• A wonderful option if you’re managing GI issues, food sensitivities, or food intolerances⁠
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Grab the full recipe linked below
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If you’re navigating IBS, chronic GI symptoms, or unsure what foods feel best for your body, you don’t have to figure it out alone. Our dietitians are here to support you every step of the way.⁠

https://www.yourfueltothrive.com/blogfeed/healthy-banana-muffin-recipe

03/05/2026

From our dietitian Lori 🤍: "Pregnancy has been humbling in the best way. I’ve been incredibly lucky to feel mostly well, and that’s allowed me to keep moving in a way that feels really good for both my body and my mind.⁠
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Training goals have looked different, but as always, movement has been medicinal to me as my body changes. The biggest principles guiding me so far:⁠
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✨ Consistency over intensity✨ ⁠
Doing something just about daily. Some days that’s a run, some days a walk, a hike, a strength class, or just gentle stretching. It all counts.⁠
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✨ Listening to recovery cues✨ ⁠
Pregnancy is already a full-time physiological workout. I’ve had to respect fatigue, take more rest days, and be flexible when my body asks for less.⁠
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✨ Fueling like my body is working harder (because it is!)✨ ⁠
Activity while growing a human requires more energy, more hydration, and more intentional nutrition than I was used to before.⁠
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Every pregnancy looks different, but for me, daily movement + adequate fuel + grace for changing capacity has been the sweet spot." ⁠
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If you’re navigating pregnancy (or wanting to prepare your body for it) and wondering how to balance movement and nutrition, our dietitians are here to support you 🤍

02/28/2026

Marathon training is more than miles logged — your fueling plan can make or break race day. 🏃‍♀️✨⁠
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Our dietitian and personal trainer Jessica shares exactly how to build a smart marathon fueling strategy — from carb loading, to race morning, to mid-run carbs, electrolytes, and hydration.⁠
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The goal? Steady energy. Happy gut. Strong finish.⁠
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And if you want support dialing in your individualized, customized fueling plan for both training and race day, we’d love to work with you.⁠
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Read the full blog post — link below.

https://www.yourfueltothrive.com/blogfeed/marathon-fueling-plan-spokane-nutritionist

02/26/2026

Big news at Fuel to Thrive 🎉: We’re so excited to officially introduce Jessica as our newest Registered Dietitian!⁠
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Many of you already know her as our incredible personal trainer. What you may not know? While coaching clients and leading sessions, she was also in school full-time earning her RD credential. And she did it! We’re thrilled she’s continuing with us — now as both a personal trainer and Registered Dietitian.⁠
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✨ Her story: Jessica’s passion for nutrition began during her own endurance journey. As a competitive runner, she experienced firsthand the impact of under-fueling — fatigue, injuries, and stalled performance — which sparked her desire to help others better understand how to fuel their bodies for strength, longevity, and performance.⁠
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✨ Her background: She earned her B.S. in Human Nutrition & Food Sciences from Colorado State University and her M.S. in Dietetics, Nutrition, and Exercise Physiology from Washington State University, completing 1,200+ hours of supervised practice across clinical care, collegiate athletics, and outpatient pediatrics before earning her RD licensure.⁠
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✨ Endurance athlete at heart: Jessica has completed multiple half marathons, marathons, and ultramarathons — including the Run Rabbit Run 50 Mile — as well as the Ironman 70.3 Boulder and Ironman 70.3 Coeur d'Alene. A full Ironman is next on her goal list.⁠
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We are so proud of her and so excited for this next chapter.⁠
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If you’re interested in working with Jessica for personal training, nutrition counseling, or both! — reach out and schedule an appointment with us! 💛⁠
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02/19/2026

One of the biggest mistakes we see athletes make? They train hard… but don’t train their fueling.⁠
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Your carbs, electrolytes, and water intake are just as important as your miles, long runs, and workouts. You wouldn’t skip training and expect to race well — so don’t skip practicing your fueling either.⁠
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Race day should NOT be the first time you’re figuring out:⁠
• How many carbs per hour you can tolerate⁠
• Which gels or chews sit well⁠
• How much fluid you actually need⁠
• Whether your electrolytes are adequate⁠
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When your fueling plan is practiced and dialed in, it becomes automatic. That’s how you avoid bonking, reduce GI distress, and perform at your true potential.⁠
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If you want help building and practicing a race day fueling strategy, reach out and schedule an appointment with us. We’d love to support you. 💪

02/13/2026

💕 Valentine’s Day is tomorrow 💕⁠
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Whether you’re celebrating with friends, family, a partner, or enjoying a cozy night in, we love having simple, fun recipes on hand.⁠
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This 3-ingredient mug cake is an easy, single-serve dessert made with simple ingredients you likely already have at home. It comes together in just a few minutes — mix, microwave, and enjoy.⁠
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And this definitely doesn’t have to be in place of the yummy box of chocolates you may have bought or been gifted 🍫💕 — there’s room for all kinds of treats. But if you’d also like a no added sugar option to add to the mix, this is a great one to try.⁠
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You can find the full recipe on our blog — link below.
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https://www.yourfueltothrive.com/blogfeed/easy-healthy-mug-cake?rq=mug%20cake

02/11/2026

It’s that time of year when meal planning feels extra exhausting ⁠
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Did you know we have dozens of easy, delicious, healthy recipes—all free—on our blog?⁠
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Next time you’re looking for a simple, nourishing dinner idea, head to our blog.⁠
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Link to blog: https://www.yourfueltothrive.com/blog

02/04/2026

Spring running is sounding pretty nice right about now. 🌸⁠
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Did you know Bloomsday is only 3 months away? ⁠
Are you training for it this year?⁠
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We’re also quickly heading into training block season for spring and summer marathons and trail races. 🏃‍♀️⛰️⁠
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Need help with training?⁠
Support with nutrition?⁠
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We offer marathon-specific and running-specific coaching and nutrition guidance to help you feel strong, fueled, and confident on race day.⁠
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Interested? 👉 Reach out!
✨ Bonus: we may even be able to bill your insurance.✨

01/28/2026

Pre & Post-Workout Snacks That Actually Support Your Body: Fueling around workouts doesn’t have to be complicated, and it shouldn’t upset your gut either. The goal is stable energy before and recovery after, using foods that are simple, effective, and customizable for your needs.

Pre-Workout Goal:
Quick-digesting carbohydrates to fuel movement and support performance. Try:
🍌 Banana with a little peanut butter
🍞 A couple slices of toast with jam
🍪 A Bobo’s oat bar or similar for a convenient, on-the-go option

These options provide easily accessible carbs, a little staying power, and are generally gentle on the GI tract.

Post-Workout Goal:
Support muscle repair and recovery with carbs plus protein. Try:
🥤 Protein smoothie (fruit + milk of choice + protein powder of choice)
🍓 Yogurt parfait (Greek yogurt, berries, granola)
🐟 Tuna salad with crackers
Carbs help replenish glycogen, while protein supports muscle recovery and growth; both matter.

These snacks are easy to modify for gluten-free, dairy-free, or other dietary needs. What matters most is timing, tolerance, and consistency, not perfection.

01/21/2026

✨ Fuel to Thrive: 2025 in Review ✨⁠
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Before we look ahead, we’re taking a moment to look back.⁠
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2025 was a year of big client wins, meaningful work, and some pretty special personal accomplishments from our team—from finishing grad school and earning new certifications to summiting peaks, running PRs, and crossing major finish lines. 🏔️🏃‍♀️🎓⁠
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These photos offer a glimpse into who we are and remind us why we love what we do. We’re so grateful to work alongside each other and with such an incredible community here in Spokane.
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If you want the full behind-the-scenes look at what 2025 looked like at Fuel to Thrive—client wins, team highlights, and what’s ahead—you can read our Year in Review on the blog.⁠
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👉 Link to blog post: https://www.yourfueltothrive.com/blogfeed/2026/1/14/fuel-to-thrive-year-in-review
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Here’s to fueling strong bodies, resilient minds, and sustainable progress—together. 💚

01/14/2026

Almost 4 years strong with this incredible group of women 💪⁠
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We feel so lucky to be part of their journey at Fuel to Thrive. One of them recently shared that as she’s gotten older, she’s felt stronger—with better balance, fewer injuries, and more confidence in her body. All thanks to her workouts with our personal trainer. But the part that really got us? She can keep up with her grandkids now. Running, playing, showing up as the grandma she always dreamed of being. This is why we do what we do 🤍⁠
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01/09/2026

✨ New Workshop Series Announcement ✨⁠
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We’re excited to share that Fuel to Thrive is partnering with Thread Health to bring you a new series of intimate, in-person workshops led by our clinical team and trusted local experts. Each month, we’ll dive into a key health topic—think weight loss nutrition, menopause, cardiometabolic health, gut health, movement, and more—through clear, science-backed education that cuts through the noise and gives you tools you can actually use.⁠
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🗓 First workshop: Tuesday, Jan 13 at 6pm⁠
Ask a Dietitian: Weight Loss⁠
Learn how to simplify weight loss with sustainable strategies, balanced meals, and habits that support real, long-term change—without restriction or overwhelm.⁠
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👉 Swipe to see upcoming topics⁠
👉 Come to one, come to all, or choose what fits your needs⁠
👉 Friendly, supportive, non-intimidating space⁠
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🔗 Link below to learn more & save your spot
https://www.lose-better.com/events

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711 N Helena Street
Spokane, WA
99202

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+13039180569

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http://www.yourfueltothrive.com/

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