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Fuel to Thrive

We are a group of dietitians and personal trainers wanting to help you optimize your health! We educate, empower, and walk alongisde our clients.

We love working with athletes, those with chronic GI conditions, and peri/menopausal women! Fuel can be looked at literally, as food, and metaphorically, as passions. I think we need to recognize what fuels us metaphorically before looking at what fuels us literally. What gets you excited? What gets you out of bed in the morning? Is it a competition you are training for, or is it the moments you get to spend playing with your grandkids? No matter what fuels you metaphorically, I can help you find what fuels you literally. I do this by living up to my mission: Redefine health. Empower individuals. Create lasting changes.

02/19/2026

One of the biggest mistakes we see athletes make? They train hard… but don’t train their fueling.⁠
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Your carbs, electrolytes, and water intake are just as important as your miles, long runs, and workouts. You wouldn’t skip training and expect to race well — so don’t skip practicing your fueling either.⁠
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Race day should NOT be the first time you’re figuring out:⁠
• How many carbs per hour you can tolerate⁠
• Which gels or chews sit well⁠
• How much fluid you actually need⁠
• Whether your electrolytes are adequate⁠
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When your fueling plan is practiced and dialed in, it becomes automatic. That’s how you avoid bonking, reduce GI distress, and perform at your true potential.⁠
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If you want help building and practicing a race day fueling strategy, reach out and schedule an appointment with us. We’d love to support you. 💪

02/13/2026

💕 Valentine’s Day is tomorrow 💕⁠
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Whether you’re celebrating with friends, family, a partner, or enjoying a cozy night in, we love having simple, fun recipes on hand.⁠
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This 3-ingredient mug cake is an easy, single-serve dessert made with simple ingredients you likely already have at home. It comes together in just a few minutes — mix, microwave, and enjoy.⁠
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And this definitely doesn’t have to be in place of the yummy box of chocolates you may have bought or been gifted 🍫💕 — there’s room for all kinds of treats. But if you’d also like a no added sugar option to add to the mix, this is a great one to try.⁠
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You can find the full recipe on our blog — link below.
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https://www.yourfueltothrive.com/blogfeed/easy-healthy-mug-cake?rq=mug%20cake

02/11/2026

It’s that time of year when meal planning feels extra exhausting ⁠
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Did you know we have dozens of easy, delicious, healthy recipes—all free—on our blog?⁠
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Next time you’re looking for a simple, nourishing dinner idea, head to our blog.⁠
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Link to blog: https://www.yourfueltothrive.com/blog

02/04/2026

Spring running is sounding pretty nice right about now. 🌸⁠
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Did you know Bloomsday is only 3 months away? ⁠
Are you training for it this year?⁠
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We’re also quickly heading into training block season for spring and summer marathons and trail races. 🏃‍♀️⛰️⁠
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Need help with training?⁠
Support with nutrition?⁠
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We offer marathon-specific and running-specific coaching and nutrition guidance to help you feel strong, fueled, and confident on race day.⁠
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Interested? 👉 Reach out!
✨ Bonus: we may even be able to bill your insurance.✨

01/28/2026

Pre & Post-Workout Snacks That Actually Support Your Body: Fueling around workouts doesn’t have to be complicated, and it shouldn’t upset your gut either. The goal is stable energy before and recovery after, using foods that are simple, effective, and customizable for your needs.

Pre-Workout Goal:
Quick-digesting carbohydrates to fuel movement and support performance. Try:
🍌 Banana with a little peanut butter
🍞 A couple slices of toast with jam
🍪 A Bobo’s oat bar or similar for a convenient, on-the-go option

These options provide easily accessible carbs, a little staying power, and are generally gentle on the GI tract.

Post-Workout Goal:
Support muscle repair and recovery with carbs plus protein. Try:
🥤 Protein smoothie (fruit + milk of choice + protein powder of choice)
🍓 Yogurt parfait (Greek yogurt, berries, granola)
🐟 Tuna salad with crackers
Carbs help replenish glycogen, while protein supports muscle recovery and growth; both matter.

These snacks are easy to modify for gluten-free, dairy-free, or other dietary needs. What matters most is timing, tolerance, and consistency, not perfection.

01/21/2026

✨ Fuel to Thrive: 2025 in Review ✨⁠
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Before we look ahead, we’re taking a moment to look back.⁠
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2025 was a year of big client wins, meaningful work, and some pretty special personal accomplishments from our team—from finishing grad school and earning new certifications to summiting peaks, running PRs, and crossing major finish lines. 🏔️🏃‍♀️🎓⁠
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These photos offer a glimpse into who we are and remind us why we love what we do. We’re so grateful to work alongside each other and with such an incredible community here in Spokane.
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If you want the full behind-the-scenes look at what 2025 looked like at Fuel to Thrive—client wins, team highlights, and what’s ahead—you can read our Year in Review on the blog.⁠
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👉 Link to blog post: https://www.yourfueltothrive.com/blogfeed/2026/1/14/fuel-to-thrive-year-in-review
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Here’s to fueling strong bodies, resilient minds, and sustainable progress—together. 💚

01/14/2026

Almost 4 years strong with this incredible group of women 💪⁠
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We feel so lucky to be part of their journey at Fuel to Thrive. One of them recently shared that as she’s gotten older, she’s felt stronger—with better balance, fewer injuries, and more confidence in her body. All thanks to her workouts with our personal trainer. But the part that really got us? She can keep up with her grandkids now. Running, playing, showing up as the grandma she always dreamed of being. This is why we do what we do 🤍⁠
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01/09/2026

✨ New Workshop Series Announcement ✨⁠
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We’re excited to share that Fuel to Thrive is partnering with Thread Health to bring you a new series of intimate, in-person workshops led by our clinical team and trusted local experts. Each month, we’ll dive into a key health topic—think weight loss nutrition, menopause, cardiometabolic health, gut health, movement, and more—through clear, science-backed education that cuts through the noise and gives you tools you can actually use.⁠
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🗓 First workshop: Tuesday, Jan 13 at 6pm⁠
Ask a Dietitian: Weight Loss⁠
Learn how to simplify weight loss with sustainable strategies, balanced meals, and habits that support real, long-term change—without restriction or overwhelm.⁠
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👉 Swipe to see upcoming topics⁠
👉 Come to one, come to all, or choose what fits your needs⁠
👉 Friendly, supportive, non-intimidating space⁠
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🔗 Link below to learn more & save your spot
https://www.lose-better.com/events

01/07/2026

Did you know that in addition to personal training, we also offer small group strength classes in our private gym space? 💪⁠
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Our small group classes are perfect if you:⁠
• Know you should strength train but feel unsure where to start⁠
• Want coaching and accountability without the cost of 1-on-1 training⁠
• Enjoy the motivation and connection of a group setting⁠
• Are busy with work, family, and life—and need something realistic⁠
• Want strength training that supports long-term health, not just aesthetics⁠
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The new year is the perfect time to commit to one of our classes! ✨⁠
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Here are a few of the classes we currently offer:⁠
• Endurance Athlete Strength — Tues & Thurs mornings⁠
• Perimenopause/Menopause Strength — Tues & Thurs mornings⁠
• 30-Min HIIT — Fri at noon⁠
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To see a full list of the classes we offer and to reach out if you’re interested click the below:
https://www.yourfueltothrive.com/small-group-classes

12/31/2025

Happy New Year from all of us at Fuel to Thrive! 🎉⁠
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We’re so grateful for our amazing community and can’t wait to support you in feeling your best in 2026. Here’s to health, growth, and thriving together in the year ahead.

12/23/2025

I can’t believe it’s already Christmas! This season goes fast—but this year feels extra special seeing the magic through our two-year-old’s eyes.

A lot of people think dietitians dread the holidays—like we’re judging cookies or telling everyone to “stay on track.” That couldn’t be further from the truth.

At Fuel to Thrive, we believe food is more than fuel. It’s tradition, comfort, connection, and joy.

In our house, that means real (delicious) favorites every year:
• Christmas cookies
• Molasses cookies
• Chocolate peppermint anything
• And always our traditional cinnamon rolls on Christmas morning

Here’s what I remind clients: You don’t need to avoid holiday foods—you just want to eat them intentionally.

This Holiday season skip the guilt. Enjoy your traditions 🤍

✨ Full cinnamon roll recipe is linked below ✨
https://www.yourfueltothrive.com/blogfeed/how-your-dietitian-eats-during-the-holidays

12/18/2025

We have officially entered into winter training🥶❄️

I actually am currently not training for a specific race! I qualified for Boston in June, but didn't actually hit the final qualifying cut off☹️ and it has left me trying to decide what is next...

BUT, I have had some awesome, very specific threshold and VO2 max training blocks that have left me feeling faster and stronger than...err ever?! I am also focusing on lifting heavier than I ever have. It has been really cool to have the time to let my fitness adapt in a way that I can see and feel it without the deadline of a race.

It is always a good reminder to me and my endurance athlete clients that goals don't always have to include races and finish lines!! And if you're looking for specific help, don't hesitate to reach out to a coach- whether that is me or not- to help you get there!

And yes, I also know I will get back to racing😁

Address

711 N Helena Street
Spokane, WA
99202

Telephone

+13039180569

Website

http://www.yourfueltothrive.com/

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