Triathlon Nutrition Blog

How Elite Triathlete Emma Jeffcoat Recovered Twice as Fast - And What Age-Groupers Can Learn From It May 08, 2026

If you have ever sat on the couch post-injury watching your fitness evaporate while your training plan taunts you from the fridge, this one is for you.

Australian elite triathlete Emma Jeffcoat ruptured her posterior tibialis tendon and spring ligament complex just before Australia Day, requiring a...

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Gut Microbiome and Training Response: What Matters May 01, 2026

Your gut microbiome does change in response to training, with measurable shifts occurring within 3–4 weeks depending on training type, intensity and stress load. These changes can influence endurance performance, recovery and even motivation, largely through effects on inflammation and short-chain f...

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What Does Dietitian Approved Mean? Mar 03, 2026

You’ve seen it everywhere.

On protein powders.
On cereal boxes.
On sports gels.
On recipe blogs.

“Dietitian-approved.”

But what does that actually mean?

Is it regulated?
Is it evidence-based?
Or is it just a clever marketing phrase?

Let’s unpack it.

First: Who Can Call Themselves a Dietitian?

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Meet Kelly Estes – Chief Operating Officer at Dietitian Approved Nov 17, 2025

A new chapter for Dietitian Approved.

We’re thrilled to share some exciting news! Kelly Estes has joined Dietitian Approved as our Chief Operating Officer (COO).

Kelly isn’t new to our community. He’s a Triathlon Nutrition Academy alumnus and passionate advocate for triathlon nutrition education. ...

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Dietitian Approved and AusTriathlon: An Exciting New Partnership Aug 26, 2025

I’m thrilled to share some big news with you – Dietitian Approved has officially partnered with AusTriathlon as their trusted nutrition education partner.

This means triathletes across Australia will now have access to evidence-based, practical nutrition strategies designed to help them train harde...

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