Our Thoughts on New Year's Resolutions
Supportive Guidance from a Spokane Nutritionist for Endurance Athletes, Menopause Support, and Lifestyle Changes
Happy New Year!
The start of a new year is a unique time in the nutrition and wellness world. As a Spokane nutritionist running a dietitian private practice, I notice the tension between the pressure to market services around “New Year, New Me” resolutions and the desire to genuinely support people—endurance athletes, those navigating menopause, and everyone else—in achieving their goals. Our focus is on helping you accomplish meaningful health and performance milestones, whether it’s improving daily nutrition, training for a marathon, following a marathon fueling plan, or creating a perimenopause meal plan.
Reflecting on New Year’s Resolutions
The new year provides a moment to reflect on what has been and what could be. It’s an opportunity to evaluate what changes might help you thrive—whether in life, nutrition, or training. Many of us feel energized by the start of a new year and imagine how we can “do it all.” The truth is, big goals are exciting, but they often need to be broken down into manageable steps.
Tips for Achieving Health and Nutrition Goals
One of the best ways to set yourself up for success is to take baby steps. Here’s how to approach it:
Focus on one small, consistent action that moves you closer to your goal
Once that step feels easy, add the next
Keep the plan realistic and achievable so you can build confidence and momentum
ABOUT US: SPOKANE NUTRITIONISTS
We are a group of registered Spokane dietitians and personal trainers who have a passion for helping you feel in control of your health.
We work mainly with athletes, those with chronic GI conditions, and women in perimenopause and menopause. We create customized nutrition plans to empower and educate you in your health journey.
A Personal Example
I’ll share a personal goal for 2025 to illustrate this approach. Between the first year of motherhood, running Fuel to Thrive, and training for 70.3 Worlds last year, my social life took a back seat. My resolution is to plan one evening out with a friend each month. That’s just 12 events a year—small enough to actually happen, but meaningful enough to improve my well-being. Trying to do something every week would have felt impossible and would likely lead to disappointment. By starting with a baby step, I can create sustainable change and even add more if it feels manageable.
How a Spokane Nutritionist Can Help
Whether you’re an endurance athlete, training for a marathon, navigating menopause, or simply working on health and wellness goals, a dietitian private practice can provide:
Customized nutrition plans for endurance athletes, menopause, and everyone
Guidance for marathon nutrition and marathon fueling plans
Perimenopause meal plans to support hormonal health and energy
Practical strategies to integrate baby steps into your daily routine
Support for achievable, sustainable health and fitness resolutions
Starting small can lead to big results. If you’re feeling overwhelmed or unsure how to reach your goals, we would love to walk alongside you in 2025 and help you make lasting, meaningful changes for your health, nutrition, and wellness.