web01.fireside.fm Sat, 18 Apr 2026 07:47:13 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) But first, Pivot. - Episodes Tagged with “Sports Nutrition” https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/tags/sports%20nutrition Fri, 20 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0500 I’m Dani Rancourt, registered dietitian, certified sports dietitian, and founder of Pivot Nutrition Coaching. In But First, Pivot, we cut through diet culture and break down what actually works for sustainable fat loss, better nutrition, and a healthier relationship with food. You’ll hear real client success stories, practical nutrition strategies, and honest conversations about mindset, metabolism, and long-term weight maintenance. If you’re tired of starting over every Monday and want a realistic approach to nutrition that actually fits your life — this podcast is for you. en-us episodic Mindset, Nutrition & Sustainable Fat Loss for Women Danielle Rancourt, RD I’m Dani Rancourt, registered dietitian, certified sports dietitian, and founder of Pivot Nutrition Coaching. In But First, Pivot, we cut through diet culture and break down what actually works for sustainable fat loss, better nutrition, and a healthier relationship with food. You’ll hear real client success stories, practical nutrition strategies, and honest conversations about mindset, metabolism, and long-term weight maintenance. If you’re tired of starting over every Monday and want a realistic approach to nutrition that actually fits your life — this podcast is for you. no fat loss, sustainable weight loss, nutrition, dietitian, mindset, women’s health, metabolism, sports nutrition, weight loss coaching, healthy habits Danielle Rancourt, RD dani@danitherd.com Episode 91: From Food Fear to Food Freedom: When “Healthy Eating” Goes Too Far (A Mother-Daughter Story) https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/91 c822f35d-9862-47c7-8794-3ef1fdc9c31b Fri, 20 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0500 Danielle Rancourt, RD full Danielle Rancourt, RD A year ago, a mom heard something that made everything click — her middle school athlete daughter’s “healthy eating” had gone too far. In this episode, Kristen and Brooklyn share their journey from restriction, food fear, and losing her period… to healing, food freedom, and feeling like herself again. This is a must-listen for moms, athletes, and anyone navigating their relationship with food. 53:29 no This episode is a really special one. I’m joined by a mom and daughter I’ve had the privilege of working with over the past year: Kristen and Brooklyn. Brooklyn is a middle school athlete, and her story is one I know so many families are going to relate to. One year ago, Kristen was working out listening to a podcast I was a guest on… and something just clicked. As she listened, she thought, “This is exactly what Brooklyn is going through… and maybe this is what she needs.” At the time, Brooklyn was severely restricting. She was only eating “healthy” foods, counting calories, losing weight… and had lost her period. As a mom, Kristen knew something was wrong, but didn’t know what to do. In this episode, Kristen and Brooklyn share their full story — from how it started, to the early warning signs, to the turning points that changed everything. We talk about: • How “clean eating” can quietly turn into under-fueling • The pressure from social media and body image • What it actually feels like to have constant food noise • The fear of eating more and gaining weight • The moment Brooklyn got her period back (we all cried) • And what life looks like now — eating pizza, going out with friends, and feeling free around food again This episode is for moms, athletes, and anyone who feels stuck in food rules or chasing the “perfect” body. Because what looks healthy on the outside… isn’t always what’s going on inside. And the goal isn’t just to eat more — it’s to feel free around food again. teen athlete nutrition, female athlete nutrition, under fueling, RED-S, lost period athlete, teen girls and body image, disordered eating teens, food noise, food freedom, sports nutrition for girls, parenting teen girls, relationship with food This episode is a really special one. I’m joined by a mom and daughter I’ve had the privilege of working with over the past year: Kristen and Brooklyn.

Brooklyn is a middle school athlete, and her story is one I know so many families are going to relate to.

One year ago, Kristen was working out listening to a podcast I was a guest on… and something just clicked. As she listened, she thought, “This is exactly what Brooklyn is going through… and maybe this is what she needs.”

At the time, Brooklyn was severely restricting. She was only eating “healthy” foods, counting calories, losing weight… and had lost her period.

As a mom, Kristen knew something was wrong, but didn’t know what to do.

In this episode, Kristen and Brooklyn share their full story — from how it started, to the early warning signs, to the turning points that changed everything.

We talk about:
• How “clean eating” can quietly turn into under-fueling
• The pressure from social media and body image
• What it actually feels like to have constant food noise
• The fear of eating more and gaining weight
• The moment Brooklyn got her period back (we all cried)
• And what life looks like now — eating pizza, going out with friends, and feeling free around food again

This episode is for moms, athletes, and anyone who feels stuck in food rules or chasing the “perfect” body.

Because what looks healthy on the outside… isn’t always what’s going on inside.

And the goal isn’t just to eat more — it’s to feel free around food again.

]]> This episode is a really special one. I’m joined by a mom and daughter I’ve had the privilege of working with over the past year: Kristen and Brooklyn.

Brooklyn is a middle school athlete, and her story is one I know so many families are going to relate to.

One year ago, Kristen was working out listening to a podcast I was a guest on… and something just clicked. As she listened, she thought, “This is exactly what Brooklyn is going through… and maybe this is what she needs.”

At the time, Brooklyn was severely restricting. She was only eating “healthy” foods, counting calories, losing weight… and had lost her period.

As a mom, Kristen knew something was wrong, but didn’t know what to do.

In this episode, Kristen and Brooklyn share their full story — from how it started, to the early warning signs, to the turning points that changed everything.

We talk about:
• How “clean eating” can quietly turn into under-fueling
• The pressure from social media and body image
• What it actually feels like to have constant food noise
• The fear of eating more and gaining weight
• The moment Brooklyn got her period back (we all cried)
• And what life looks like now — eating pizza, going out with friends, and feeling free around food again

This episode is for moms, athletes, and anyone who feels stuck in food rules or chasing the “perfect” body.

Because what looks healthy on the outside… isn’t always what’s going on inside.

And the goal isn’t just to eat more — it’s to feel free around food again.

]]> Episode 86: Building balanced meals: PCC vs PFF https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/86 e04e124c-34e8-4791-98d3-9b72f4e7bbd3 Fri, 21 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0600 Danielle Rancourt, RD full Danielle Rancourt, RD Learn the difference between PCC and PFF meals and how to use both concepts to build balanced, satisfying meals that boost energy, keep you full, and make nutrition feel simple. 49:46 no In the But First, Pivot podcast, we talk a lot about PCC (Protein–Color–Carb) and PFF (Protein–Fiber–Fat) — two simple frameworks we use to teach clients and athletes how to build balanced, satisfying meals without tracking. In this episode, Dani and Sam break down what these frameworks are, how they’re similar, how they’re different, and when to use each one. You’ll learn: Why both PCC and PFF work Which one is easiest to start with Downfalls of PCC and PFF How to level up from PCC to PFF Breakfast, lunch, and dinner examples for each How these concepts help with energy, fullness, cravings, and performance Connect with us: → Learn more about our coaching programs at the website pivotnutritioncoaching.com (https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/) → Leave a review and share this episode Host: Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD Founder, CEO & Lead Dietitian of Pivot Nutrition Coaching Connect with Dani on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/dani_the_rd/?hl=en) or by visiting her website at pivotnutritioncoaching.com (https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/) Co-Host: Samantha Ferguson, MS, RD (https://www.instagram.com/dietitian_samferg/) PFF meals, PCC meals, balanced plate method, protein fiber fat, protein color carb, nutrition coaching, healthy meal ideas, blood sugar balance In the But First, Pivot podcast, we talk a lot about PCC (Protein–Color–Carb) and PFF (Protein–Fiber–Fat) — two simple frameworks we use to teach clients and athletes how to build balanced, satisfying meals without tracking.

In this episode, Dani and Sam break down what these frameworks are, how they’re similar, how they’re different, and when to use each one. You’ll learn:

  • Why both PCC and PFF work
  • Which one is easiest to start with
  • Downfalls of PCC and PFF
  • How to level up from PCC to PFF
  • Breakfast, lunch, and dinner examples for each
  • How these concepts help with energy, fullness, cravings, and performance

Connect with us:
→ Learn more about our coaching programs at the website pivotnutritioncoaching.com
→ Leave a review and share this episode

Host: Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD
Founder, CEO & Lead Dietitian of Pivot Nutrition Coaching

Connect with Dani on Instagram or by visiting her website at pivotnutritioncoaching.com

Co-Host:
Samantha Ferguson, MS, RD

]]> In the But First, Pivot podcast, we talk a lot about PCC (Protein–Color–Carb) and PFF (Protein–Fiber–Fat) — two simple frameworks we use to teach clients and athletes how to build balanced, satisfying meals without tracking.

In this episode, Dani and Sam break down what these frameworks are, how they’re similar, how they’re different, and when to use each one. You’ll learn:

  • Why both PCC and PFF work
  • Which one is easiest to start with
  • Downfalls of PCC and PFF
  • How to level up from PCC to PFF
  • Breakfast, lunch, and dinner examples for each
  • How these concepts help with energy, fullness, cravings, and performance

Connect with us:
→ Learn more about our coaching programs at the website pivotnutritioncoaching.com
→ Leave a review and share this episode

Host: Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD
Founder, CEO & Lead Dietitian of Pivot Nutrition Coaching

Connect with Dani on Instagram or by visiting her website at pivotnutritioncoaching.com

Co-Host:
Samantha Ferguson, MS, RD

]]> Episode 52: How to pick the best protein bars + protein bar Q & A https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/52 77fa8432-9a44-4060-934b-e029344f77f0 Fri, 24 May 2024 07:00:00 -0500 Danielle Rancourt, RD full Danielle Rancourt, RD 35:25 no There are HUNDREDS of protein bars on the market - how are you supposed to know which ones to buy? Don't worry friends, Pivot dietitian coach Sam Ferguson and I have some tips and recommendations for you as you navigate the overhwelming world of protein bars. In this episode: * When to eat protein bars * Which protein bars are the "best"? * Protein bar nutrition guidelines * Our favorite protein bars Host: Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD Owner & Lead Dietitian of Pivot Nutrition Coaching Connect with Dani on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/dani_the_rd/?hl=en) or by visiting her website at pivotnutritioncoaching.com (https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/) Co-Host: Samantha Ferguson, MS, RD (https://www.instagram.com/dietitian_samferg/) protein bar, protein, sports nutrition, weight loss, macros There are HUNDREDS of protein bars on the market - how are you supposed to know which ones to buy? Don't worry friends, Pivot dietitian coach Sam Ferguson and I have some tips and recommendations for you as you navigate the overhwelming world of protein bars.

In this episode:

  • When to eat protein bars
  • Which protein bars are the "best"?
  • Protein bar nutrition guidelines
  • Our favorite protein bars

Host: Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD
Owner & Lead Dietitian of Pivot Nutrition Coaching

Connect with Dani on Instagram or by visiting her website at pivotnutritioncoaching.com

Co-Host:
Samantha Ferguson, MS, RD

]]> There are HUNDREDS of protein bars on the market - how are you supposed to know which ones to buy? Don't worry friends, Pivot dietitian coach Sam Ferguson and I have some tips and recommendations for you as you navigate the overhwelming world of protein bars.

In this episode:

  • When to eat protein bars
  • Which protein bars are the "best"?
  • Protein bar nutrition guidelines
  • Our favorite protein bars

Host: Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD
Owner & Lead Dietitian of Pivot Nutrition Coaching

Connect with Dani on Instagram or by visiting her website at pivotnutritioncoaching.com

Co-Host:
Samantha Ferguson, MS, RD

]]> Episode 28: Navigating nutrition and fat loss after college athletics with Paige and Tyler Kropuenske https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/28 e952886f-527f-4616-9ca4-b473b520bac6 Tue, 16 May 2023 12:30:00 -0500 Danielle Rancourt, RD full Danielle Rancourt, RD 39:55 no Tyler and Paige are a young married couple that had two extremely different college experiences: Tyler was a football player who was told to eat as much as possible while Paige was a basketball player who was told that being smaller (and weighing less) would get her more time on the court. Still, they both struggled with nutrition, mindset and weight loss after retiring from college athletics. In this episode, they share their sucess stories, both losing over 30 lbs in 6 months and siginificantly improving their relationship with food. Progress Photos: https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/testimonials Host: Danielle (Dani) Rancourt is a registered dietitian, certified sports dietitian and CEO of Pivot Nutrition Coaching. Her specialities include body composition and performance nutrition. Instagram: @danitherd (https://www.instagram.com/dani_the_rd/?hl=en) Website: pivotnutritioncoaching.com (https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/) college athlete, football, basketball, sports nutrition, fat loss, mindset, diets Tyler and Paige are a young married couple that had two extremely different college experiences: Tyler was a football player who was told to eat as much as possible while Paige was a basketball player who was told that being smaller (and weighing less) would get her more time on the court. Still, they both struggled with nutrition, mindset and weight loss after retiring from college athletics. In this episode, they share their sucess stories, both losing over 30 lbs in 6 months and siginificantly improving their relationship with food.

Progress Photos: https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/testimonials

Host:
Danielle (Dani) Rancourt is a registered dietitian, certified sports dietitian and CEO of Pivot Nutrition Coaching. Her specialities include body composition and performance nutrition.

Instagram: @dani_the_rd
Website: pivotnutritioncoaching.com

]]> Tyler and Paige are a young married couple that had two extremely different college experiences: Tyler was a football player who was told to eat as much as possible while Paige was a basketball player who was told that being smaller (and weighing less) would get her more time on the court. Still, they both struggled with nutrition, mindset and weight loss after retiring from college athletics. In this episode, they share their sucess stories, both losing over 30 lbs in 6 months and siginificantly improving their relationship with food.

Progress Photos: https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/testimonials

Host:
Danielle (Dani) Rancourt is a registered dietitian, certified sports dietitian and CEO of Pivot Nutrition Coaching. Her specialities include body composition and performance nutrition.

Instagram: @dani_the_rd
Website: pivotnutritioncoaching.com

]]> Episode 14: 4 most common fueling mistakes seen in endurance athletes with performance dietitian Alex Larson https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/14 b73da64e-77b6-4bbb-b671-98a4dc3c61ce Sat, 03 Dec 2022 15:00:00 -0600 Danielle Rancourt, RD full Danielle Rancourt, RD 48:13 no In this episode, Alex and I discuss common fueling mistakes made by endurance athletes as well as active individuals. Tune in to find out what's missing in your fueling strategy! Guest: Alex Larson Alex is a registered dietitian and performance dietitian that specializes in helping endurance athletes feel and perform at their best. Visit her website: https://alexlarsonnutrition.com/ Host: Danielle (Dani) Rancourt is a registered dietitian, certified sports dietitian and CEO of Pivot Nutrition Coaching. Instagram: @danitherd (https://www.instagram.com/dani_the_rd/?hl=en) Website: pivotnutritioncoaching.com (https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/) Free Facebook Community: Pivot Nutrition & Fitness (https://www.facebook.com/groups/1003461227106054) But First Pivot Podcast Need more help than a podcast can offer? Dani and her team of dietitians offer customized, 1:1 nutrition coaching to help you improve your health, performance, relationship with food and achieve your body composition goals in a sustainable way. Click here (https://nutritionwithdanitherd.practicebetter.io/#/609de2b22a832607fc78a8c1/bookings?s=609de8592a832607fc78c6d3&step=date) to book a free call to see if you'd be a good fit for Pivot Nutrition Coaching. endurance, endurance athlete, ironman, marathon, sports nutrition, long run In this episode, Alex and I discuss common fueling mistakes made by endurance athletes as well as active individuals. Tune in to find out what's missing in your fueling strategy!

Guest: Alex Larson
Alex is a registered dietitian and performance dietitian that specializes in helping endurance athletes feel and perform at their best.
Visit her website: https://alexlarsonnutrition.com/

Host:
Danielle (Dani) Rancourt is a registered dietitian, certified sports dietitian and CEO of Pivot Nutrition Coaching.

Instagram: @dani_the_rd
Website: pivotnutritioncoaching.com
Free Facebook Community: Pivot Nutrition & Fitness

But First Pivot Podcast
Need more help than a podcast can offer? Dani and her team of dietitians offer customized, 1:1 nutrition coaching to help you improve your health, performance, relationship with food and achieve your body composition goals in a sustainable way.

Click here to book a free call to see if you'd be a good fit for Pivot Nutrition Coaching.

]]> In this episode, Alex and I discuss common fueling mistakes made by endurance athletes as well as active individuals. Tune in to find out what's missing in your fueling strategy!

Guest: Alex Larson
Alex is a registered dietitian and performance dietitian that specializes in helping endurance athletes feel and perform at their best.
Visit her website: https://alexlarsonnutrition.com/

Host:
Danielle (Dani) Rancourt is a registered dietitian, certified sports dietitian and CEO of Pivot Nutrition Coaching.

Instagram: @dani_the_rd
Website: pivotnutritioncoaching.com
Free Facebook Community: Pivot Nutrition & Fitness

But First Pivot Podcast
Need more help than a podcast can offer? Dani and her team of dietitians offer customized, 1:1 nutrition coaching to help you improve your health, performance, relationship with food and achieve your body composition goals in a sustainable way.

Click here to book a free call to see if you'd be a good fit for Pivot Nutrition Coaching.

]]> Episode 11: Ask the dietitian: Q & A with high school students https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/11 38b46ddd-ef47-4b12-9ca0-882396f66b51 Sat, 12 Nov 2022 13:00:00 -0600 Danielle Rancourt, RD full Danielle Rancourt, RD 29:35 no Local high school students submitted over 30 questions such as what to eat for breakfast, how to gain weight, what foods to avoid, what to eat after workouts, and more. Just for fun, I share a silly question at the end. Host: Danielle (Dani) Rancourt is a registered dietitian, certified sports dietitian and the CEO of Pivot Nutrition Coaching. Instagram: @danitherd (https://www.instagram.com/dani_the_rd/?hl=en) Website: pivotnutritioncoaching.com (https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/) Free Facebook Community: Pivot Nutrition & Fitness (https://www.facebook.com/groups/1003461227106054) But First Pivot Podcast Need more help than a podcast can offer? Dani and her team of dietitians offer customized, 1:1 nutrition coaching to help you improve your health, performance, relationship with food and achieve your body composition goals in a sustainable way. Click here (https://nutritionwithdanitherd.practicebetter.io/#/609de2b22a832607fc78a8c1/bookings?s=609de8592a832607fc78c6d3&step=date) to book a free call to see if you'd be a good fit for Pivot Nutrition Coaching. breakfast, weight gain, weight loss, sports nutrition, hockey Local high school students submitted over 30 questions such as what to eat for breakfast, how to gain weight, what foods to avoid, what to eat after workouts, and more. Just for fun, I share a silly question at the end.

Host:
Danielle (Dani) Rancourt is a registered dietitian, certified sports dietitian and the CEO of Pivot Nutrition Coaching.

Instagram: @dani_the_rd
Website: pivotnutritioncoaching.com
Free Facebook Community: Pivot Nutrition & Fitness

But First Pivot Podcast
Need more help than a podcast can offer? Dani and her team of dietitians offer customized, 1:1 nutrition coaching to help you improve your health, performance, relationship with food and achieve your body composition goals in a sustainable way.

Click here to book a free call to see if you'd be a good fit for Pivot Nutrition Coaching.

]]> Local high school students submitted over 30 questions such as what to eat for breakfast, how to gain weight, what foods to avoid, what to eat after workouts, and more. Just for fun, I share a silly question at the end.

Host:
Danielle (Dani) Rancourt is a registered dietitian, certified sports dietitian and the CEO of Pivot Nutrition Coaching.

Instagram: @dani_the_rd
Website: pivotnutritioncoaching.com
Free Facebook Community: Pivot Nutrition & Fitness

But First Pivot Podcast
Need more help than a podcast can offer? Dani and her team of dietitians offer customized, 1:1 nutrition coaching to help you improve your health, performance, relationship with food and achieve your body composition goals in a sustainable way.

Click here to book a free call to see if you'd be a good fit for Pivot Nutrition Coaching.

]]> Episode 10: Healthy snacking simplified https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/10 4b648481-48db-426c-bb1a-cc55a5607ae0 Sun, 06 Nov 2022 09:00:00 -0600 Danielle Rancourt, RD full Danielle Rancourt, RD 14:10 no Let's not make healthy snacking any more complicated than it needs to be. Simply pair these 2 nutrients and you've got a balanced snack that will keep you fuller longer and support your health goals! Host: Danielle (Dani) Rancourt is a registered dietitian, certified sports dietitian and the CEO of Pivot Nutrition Coaching. Instagram: @danitherd (https://www.instagram.com/dani_the_rd/?hl=en) Website: pivotnutritioncoaching.com (https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/) Free Facebook Community: Pivot Nutrition & Fitness (https://www.facebook.com/groups/1003461227106054) But First Pivot Podcast Need more help than a podcast can offer? Dani and her team of dietitians offer customized, 1:1 nutrition coaching to help you improve your health, performance, relationship with food and achieve your body composition goals in a sustainable way. Click here (https://nutritionwithdanitherd.practicebetter.io/#/609de2b22a832607fc78a8c1/bookings?s=609de8592a832607fc78c6d3&step=date) to book a free call to see if you'd be a good fit for Pivot Nutrition Coaching. snacks, snacking, healthy, nutrition, sports nutrition, weight loss Let's not make healthy snacking any more complicated than it needs to be. Simply pair these 2 nutrients and you've got a balanced snack that will keep you fuller longer and support your health goals!

Host:
Danielle (Dani) Rancourt is a registered dietitian, certified sports dietitian and the CEO of Pivot Nutrition Coaching.

Instagram: @dani_the_rd
Website: pivotnutritioncoaching.com
Free Facebook Community: Pivot Nutrition & Fitness

But First Pivot Podcast
Need more help than a podcast can offer? Dani and her team of dietitians offer customized, 1:1 nutrition coaching to help you improve your health, performance, relationship with food and achieve your body composition goals in a sustainable way.

Click here to book a free call to see if you'd be a good fit for Pivot Nutrition Coaching.

]]> Let's not make healthy snacking any more complicated than it needs to be. Simply pair these 2 nutrients and you've got a balanced snack that will keep you fuller longer and support your health goals!

Host:
Danielle (Dani) Rancourt is a registered dietitian, certified sports dietitian and the CEO of Pivot Nutrition Coaching.

Instagram: @dani_the_rd
Website: pivotnutritioncoaching.com
Free Facebook Community: Pivot Nutrition & Fitness

But First Pivot Podcast
Need more help than a podcast can offer? Dani and her team of dietitians offer customized, 1:1 nutrition coaching to help you improve your health, performance, relationship with food and achieve your body composition goals in a sustainable way.

Click here to book a free call to see if you'd be a good fit for Pivot Nutrition Coaching.

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