Triathlon Nutrition Blog

Athlete Spotlight: From beginner to 2 x Ironman finisher with Bec Baird Nov 19, 2021

Athlete Spotlight: From beginner to 2 x Ironman finisher with Bec Baird

I spoke with one of my longest-standing clients ever, Rebecca Baird about her journey through triathlons and what she has learnt about nutrition along the way.

Here’s what she had to say:

Some background about Bec

  • Bec is ...
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Dietitian Approved Crew – Annabel Rothfield Feb 14, 2019


Watch out for this legend who is toeing the start line at her first-ever 70.3 at Geelong this weekend. Together with training buddy and cousin Phoebe. We’ve been privileged to be a part of their triathlon journeys so asked them to share who they are and what they do.

These two were complete b...

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Dietitian Approved Crew – Phoebe Rothfield Feb 14, 2019


Watch out for this legend who is toeing the start line at her first-ever 70.3 at Geelong this weekend. Together with training buddy and cousin Annabel. We’ve been privileged to be a part of their triathlon journeys so asked them to share who they are and what they do.
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Dietitian Approved Crew - Julie Davidson Aug 31, 2018


“I turned into a Fitness freak and never thought I would learn so much about how my body and mind were connected and what I was truly capable of.”

It all started when I got divorced. Yes, life took a turn I wasn’t expecting but it lead me down a path of health and fitness.  I started doing Bo...

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Dietitian Approved Crew - Megan Piccardi Aug 24, 2018
 
Name: Megan Piccardi

Current location: Brisbane

Profession background: Lawyer

Sport of choice: Powerlifting & sometimes runner

How many years have your been training for: I have been training for just over 2 1/2 years.

What got you into it? For running, I was never really a run...

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Dietitian Approved Crew - John Alexander Jul 31, 2018


Introducing John! The Fit Chef.

In the last few years, John has literally turned his life around. Peaking at 182kg and getting puffed chasing his daughter around, John knew he had to do something. One step at a time (literally) he’s lost a whopping 70kg. He now loves to ride flat out with the...

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Reflections of a 2 x Iron(wo)man Jul 09, 2018

 

“I feel Ironman is achievable for everyone, don’t be intimidated by the distance, embrace the challenge. You won’t regret it”
— Bec Baird

 
I never thought I’d do an Ironman. Triathlon was just another way to challenge myself – except my challenges just kept getting bigger and bigger! I...

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Sarah's Tips for the First Time Ironman Jun 11, 2018


Now that she’s an Ironman, we asked Sarah to reflect on her experiences and share what she learnt from the day. Here are her top 5 tips for anyone out there embarking on their own first Ironman journey.


  1. STICK TO THE PLAN!! The days leading up to the race and particularly on race day, ...
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Dietitian Approved Crew - Sarah Leuenberger Apr 16, 2018


Introducing Sarah!

Sarah came to see us in August 2017 with the primary goal to get off the couch and keep Hubby happy on the weekends after big training sessions. She’s gone from strength to strength and is gearing up for her Ironman debut at Port Macq in a few weeks time. We’re excited to share h...

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Noosa Race Recap Nov 12, 2017


It was the night before my first ever Olympic Distance Triathlon. After 10 months of preparation, I was ready, albeit incredibly nervous. Sitting down to a home-cooked dinner with my support crew, I felt like the biggest kid eating my large bowl of pasta, side of garlic bread, all washed down
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From Beginner to Grinner Oct 31, 2017


I stumbled across triathlon a little differently to most…


Last November my partner at the time encouraged me to sign up for Noosa Triathlon with him. You’re kidding right?! I couldn’t run 5km let alone 10km, could barely swim 1.5km, had never swum in the open water, am a little (OK a lot) afrai...

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Dietitian Approved Crew - Pat Nispel Jul 13, 2017


Introducing Pat!

We have the absolute pleasure of running regularly with Pat right here in Brisbane.

He makes running look just so easy! We could only dream of running even half as fast or as efficiently as this Swiss machine!

Quite the competitor, Pat has a long list of achievements in the...

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