This article refers to those long back to back mountain days that are not an expedition but perhaps a weekend trip or consecutive days out on the mountain but back to accommodation daily, where it is possible to take food supplies and/or purchase from a local shop. 

A rough guide to knowing who's advice to trust in the nutrition industry. 

1. We have been properly trained, have become experts through the correct learning channels and are open to change our nutrition advice based on sound new research.

2. We have a wealth of practical experience and know how this stuff works! 

3. We don’t give advice based on anecdotes or personal opinions. 

It is no surprise I always get asked for recipes, meal and snack ideas. Most of the time it is for quick, simple, easy meals and on the go snacks. So I wanted to share with you my go to resources that are quick and easy to use and will suit every individual no matter the diet, food preferences, time allowance and budget.

Back in October I had the pleasure of attending the Mac Nutrition Mentorship. CPD is always at the forefront of my conscious when working as a High Performance Dietitian. I am always keen to learn and up skill from the best in nutrition science and this is one program that was at the top of my list.

When Katherine emailed me, her story was both compelling and inspiring that I was excited to be able to have the opportunity to spend the day with her, knowing I could potentially help towards achieving her climbing goals.

Adventure racing is an endurance sport that pushes the athlete to their physical limits. It also requires a strong and determined mind to carry the racer continuously for hours and days on end.

Thank you to everyone who completed our Online Nutrition Survey. 68 people responded from all over the world. The aim of the survey was to gauge a general picture of the current nutrition practices of people who go mountaineering and spend time being active at altitude.

When our bodies are made up from the food we eat it seems senseless not to choose wisely what we eat on a daily basis. Good nutrition can go a long way to healing, promoting health, boosting vitality, increasing energy levels and improving body composition, plus benefitting exercise performance.