Sports Nutrition

At PRIME, we offer customized dietary programs to help adult athletes improve their performance and recovery through nutrition.

What is the sports nutrition program?

Dr. Michelle Pearlman Explains

Are you training for an endurance event or train at the gym but don’t see the results that you expect despite all your efforts? Confused on how to fuel your body pre-workout, intra-workout or after a workout to enhance your performance and recovery? Overwhelmed by the fitness and supplement industry and spending a lot of money on supplements and shakes? By enrolling in our Sports Nutrition Program, we will learn about your current training and dietary habits/food preferences and develop a personalized nutrition plan that will allow you to eat well, to feel well, while also enhancing your performance both on and off the field. We don’t believe in diets that are often restrictive and not sustainable long term or wasting money on supplements and protein shakes. We work with your dietary preferences and goals to create a nutrition protocol to help you reach your goals. The Sports Nutrition Program includes a personalized dietary program, and guidance on what and how to eat depending on your specific performance goals. We also can collaborate with your trainer or coach to make sure everyone is on the same page.

AM I A GOOD CANDIDATE FOR THE SPORTS NUTRITION PROGRAM?

This program is ideal for those interested in improving their sports performance and recovery whether it’s on the field, in the gym, or working out at home.

HOW TO PREPARE FOR YOUR INITIAL SPORTS NUTRITION CONSULTATION

Provide paper copies of any lab work over the preceding six months (pertinent labs include the following: complete blood count (CBC), complete metabolic panel (CMP), thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH), hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c), vitamin D, vitamin B12, urinalysis (UA). If you do not have labs performed within the preceding six months, we can order these for you at the time of your visit.

Bring a list of your medications including over-the-counter supplements and herbals.

WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER THE SPORTS NUTRITION CONSULTATION

If you decide you would like to enroll in our Sports Nutrition Program, you will sign up for our membership for a minimum of six months. This is a one-time fee that includes one, 30-minute follow-up visit each month, access to exclusive online content, and the ability to communicate with your provider for real-time feedback through the electronic health portal. The six month membership requirement is to ensure dietary changes are modified appropriately to best serve your needs and goals.

SERVICE BENEFITS

Learn about the recommended options to help you reach your goals
Learn about basic nutrition principles and ensure long term success
Get a personalized nutrition plan with guidelines that guide you on your journey but also allow for flexibility and personalization
Monthly follow up visits to help keep you accountable

DOES THIS PROGRAM PROVIDE GUIDANCE FOR BOTH ON AND OFF SEASON?

Yes! We understand that throughout the year, you will be training for different sporting events or need time to recover. By signing up for our membership, we can tailor our recommendations to accommodate your training schedule.

DO I HAVE TO BE AN ATHLETE TO BENEFIT FROM THIS PROGRAM?

No! Although we provide guidance to athletes who are training for marathons or other planned events, we also develop programs for those who just want to maximize their gains at the gym or maintain their muscle mass to reduce the risk of falls or bone fractures.

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CHOOSING THE RIGHT PROVIDER

Choose a provider that takes the time to understand your individual goals and then customize a plan that is realistic for you in the long term. Choose a provider that uses evidence-based guidelines to create a safe program for you.