Low energy availability (LEA) is one of those issues many dietitians recognise quickly but often find harder to clearly define in practice. An athlete presents with recurring injuries, poor recovery, changes in menstrual function or energy, or a sense that performance just isn’t adapting as
When clients struggle to build muscle, our first instinct is often to look at their nutrition strategy – protein intake, energy availability, timing, consistency. And while these are critical foundations, we’ve all worked with clients who tick those boxes… and still don’t progress. That’s because
In sport, we often talk about discipline, grind and marginal gains. But somewhere along the way, these concepts can morph into something less helpful – a culture where body size, weight, or leanness is prioritised over performance, health and autonomy. This is what we call
Creatine has long been celebrated for its role in building strength and power. But the benefits don’t stop there. Evidence also supports its use for strength and speed gains, recovery, and even in post-concussion protocols – making it one of the most versatile supplements available.
Supervision has long been a staple in fields like psychology, social work, and psychotherapy – but in dietetics, it’s only just starting to gain the recognition it truly deserves. That’s slowly changing, thanks to growing research highlighting the real and measurable benefits that professional supervision
