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Embody Nutrition Consulting is a private nutrition and dietetic practice located in Wollongong NSW, specialising in sports nutrition.

At Embody, we provide active people with the knowledge and tools to live and perform at their best. Embody is a private nutrition and dietetic practice located in Wollongong, NSW. We are passionate about helping our clients improve their physique, health and well being through smart and practical nutrition strategies. Whether you need to lose weight, gain size, improve your health or fuel your sport, Embody Nutrition Consulting can get you there.

25/02/2026

Protein has had its moment. And yes, it still matters. But fibre is quietly becoming the nutrient most people actually need more of.

Why?

Because fibre supports gut health, blood sugar regulation and cholesterol levels. It helps you feel full for longer, supports more stable energy and plays a role in long term disease prevention. Yet most adults are not getting enough.

While many people are actively tracking protein, fibre is often overlooked. The recommendation for adults sits around 25 to 30 g per day, and a large portion of the population falls short.

If you’re trying to increase your fibre intake, breakfast is one of the easiest places to start. You don’t need specialty products or complicated recipes. Your local supermarket already has plenty of options that support digestion, satiety and steady energy across the morning.

23/02/2026

Let’s talk meal prep.

Not the all day Sunday marathon. The realistic version that actually makes your week easier.

Meal prep helps reduce decision fatigue. When food is planned or partially prepared, you’re more likely to eat regularly, fuel properly and feel steady in your energy.

For active people, that consistency supports better training, recovery and overall performance.

It can be as simple as:
• cooking extra at dinner for leftovers
• prepping a few breakfasts
• batch cooking rice or pasta
• washing and chopping veg
• keeping convenient options on hand

It doesn’t need to be perfect. It just needs to support you.

If you’d like help building a fuelling plan that fits your schedule, book a 1:1 consult with one of our sports dietitians.

22/02/2026

Crackly top. Fudgy centre. If you’re going to make brownies, make them properly.

These are rich, chocolatey and dense in the middle. Perfect for weekend baking, lunchbox additions or a post dinner sweet fix.

Here’s the recipe:

125 g butter
200 g dark chocolate
1 cup caster sugar
½ cup brown sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla
¾ cup plain flour
¼ cup cocoa powder
½ tsp salt
Optional: chocolate chips or walnuts

Preheat oven to 180°C and line a 20 x 20 cm tin.

Melt butter and chocolate together. Stir in sugars. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla. Fold through flour, cocoa and salt until just combined. Pour into tin and bake for 25 to 30 minutes.

For that fudgy centre, the middle should still have a slight wobble when you take it out. Let them cool completely before slicing.

No need to label food as good or bad. Sometimes it’s just brownies. And brownies are meant to be enjoyed.

Save this for your next baking day.

18/02/2026

Omega 3 check in. Have you had yours this week?

This Soba Salmon Bowl is an easy way to boost your omega 3 intake while ticking off protein, carbs and plenty of colour for recovery.

Here’s the recipe:

Serves 4
Prep 10 minutes
Cook 15 minutes

4 salmon steaks
120 g soba noodles, cooked as per packet instructions
1 Lebanese cucumber, sliced and quartered
1 to 2 cups shelled edamame
1 capsicum, sliced
2 carrots, grated
4 cups baby spinach
1 avocado, quartered
1 lemon, quartered
Teriyaki sauce, to serve

Preheat oven to 180°C. Place salmon on a lined tray and bake for around 15 minutes or until cooked to your liking.

Cook noodles as per packet instructions.

Assemble noodles, vegetables and salmon into four bowls. Top with teriyaki sauce and a squeeze of lemon.

Save this for your next meal prep night and tag us if you make it.

15/02/2026

Focus on being 1% better, not perfect.
You don’t need a full reset to support your nutrition.

You need small, repeatable choices that add up over time.

A nourishing snack.
Regular meals.
Enough fuel to get through the day.
Consistency over perfection.

That’s how progress actually happens.
Quietly.
Gradually.
Sustainably.

One choice doesn’t define your health.
But small choices, done often, can make a real difference.

12/02/2026

Omega-3s often get grouped into the “general health” category, but for active individuals they can play a more specific role.

They may support inflammation management, joint health and recovery when training demands are high. That said, they’re not a shortcut and they’re not necessary for everyone.

Supplement decisions should consider your training load, dietary intake and individual needs. More isn’t always better and food sources still matter.

If you’re unsure whether supplements fit into your routine, getting personalised guidance can help you make an informed choice.

10/02/2026

Disordered eating doesn’t always show up as obvious restriction or rigid food rules.

Sometimes it’s the quieter thoughts.
The food guilt.
The anxiety on rest days.
The feeling that meals need to be earned through training.

These patterns are often praised or brushed off in sport and fitness culture, but they can slowly chip away at performance, recovery and trust in your body.

You don’t need to have a diagnosis to benefit from support.
And you don’t need to wait until things feel unmanageable.

Noticing these thoughts early is a powerful first step. If this resonates, working with a sports dietitian can help you unpack it in a way that feels supportive, evidence-based and judgement-free.

09/02/2026

A 1:1 consult with a sports dietitian isn’t about having your nutrition all figured out.

You don’t need to be eating a certain way.
You don’t need to be training at a certain level.
And you don’t need to have a specific goal in mind.

It’s simply a space to talk through what’s going on for you.

Your training, work and life demands.
What feels hard around food.
What you’re unsure about.
What you want to improve, or just understand better.

In a consult, we look at the full picture. Not just what you eat, but how it fits into your day, your training and your capacity right now.

You’ll leave with practical strategies you can actually use, education that helps things make sense and a plan that’s tailored to you. Not rigid rules or a one-size-fits-all approach.

Some people come to work on performance and recovery.
Some want support with fuelling consistently.
Others want to improve their relationship with food or feel more confident in their choices.

All of those reasons are valid.

A 1:1 consult is about meeting you where you’re at and supporting progress that feels realistic and sustainable.

07/02/2026

Good athlete nutrition isn’t built on flawless eating or rigid rules.

It’s built on fuelling enough, recovering well and showing up consistently over time.

Energy availability, regular meals, adequate carbohydrates and protein and flexibility around real life matter far more than chasing perfection or aesthetics.

You don’t need a “perfect” diet to perform well.
You need a sustainable one.

06/02/2026

Proof that salads can actually be filling.

This southwest salad with yoghurt dressing is a balanced, satisfying option that works well for lunch or dinner and doesn’t require much prep.

You’ll need:
1 large chicken breast or 2 small chicken breasts
4 cups chopped romaine or cos lettuce
½ avocado, diced
1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
1 carrot, grated
60 g feta
2 handfuls crushed corn chips

For the yoghurt dressing:
½ cup yoghurt
Handful of coriander, roughly chopped
2 Tb olive oil
1 Tb apple cider vinegar
Salt and pepper

How to make it:
Preheat the oven to 200°C. Slice the chicken into two portions, place on a lined tray and bake for 25 to 30 minutes until cooked through.
Mix all dressing ingredients in a small bowl.
Combine lettuce, avocado, beans, carrot and feta in a large bowl and stir through the dressing. Divide into two bowls.
Slice the chicken, add to the salad and finish with crushed corn chips.

You’ve got protein, fibre, carbohydrates and healthy fats all in one meal, which helps with energy, satisfaction and consistency across the day. Looking for more recipe inspo? Check out our full recipe hub with simple breaky, lunch, dinner and snack ideas.

03/02/2026

Protein bars can be a convenient and portable option, particularly around training or on busy days when preparing food isn’t realistic.

They can support recovery or help bridge a gap between meals when they’re used intentionally.

At the same time, they can be unnecessary or unhelpful if they’re regularly replacing meals, leaving you unsatisfied or chosen out of habit rather than need.

Whether a protein bar is helpful comes down to context. Timing around training, your training load, overall energy and protein intake and personal preference all play a role.

Some days a protein bar fits well.
Other days a meal or different snack will support you better.

There’s no single “best” snack and no food that works in every situation.

01/02/2026

Easy meal prep idea for this week 👇

Grab a store bought salad base you actually enjoy and add a protein you have on hand. Think salmon, roast chicken, baked tofu, tinned tuna, lentils or leftover dinner from last night.

You’ve got fibre, colour and variety from the salad. You’ve got staying power from the protein. Add a carb if you need more fuel like rice, bread, wraps or crackers.

Meal prep does not need to be fancy or time consuming to be nourishing. It just needs to work for your week.

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Tuesday	09:00 - 14:00
Wednesday	09:00 - 17:00
Saturday	09:00 - 12:00

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+61412946061

Website

http://www.embodynutrition.com.au/

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