Meet Susan Kitchen, MPH, RD, CSSD, LDN

Susan Kitchen, owner of Race Smart, is a Sports Certified Registered Dietitian, USA Triathlon Certified Level II Endurance Coach, IRONMAN Certified Coach, accomplished endurance athlete, and published author – dedicated to helping athletes achieve optimal health, fitness and performance gains through balanced nutrition, proper sport fueling and hydration, personalized training plans with ongoing support, and a healthy lifestyle.

As a Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD), and Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Sports Nutrition Care Manual, Board of Editors, Susan is committed to providing safe, effective, evidence-based nutrition services for health, fitness, and athletic performance. Because Susan is also an accomplished endurance athlete, she has a unique understanding of the many challenges competitors encounter and how healthy eating habits with effective fueling practices can help—or hinder—their progress.  No one knows better than Susan that regardless of your athletic ability, age, or fitness level, daily nutrition plays a key role in supporting your health and performance goals. Whether your focus is weight loss, improving performance, or managing a health condition, Susan’s expert insight and personal attention will help you overcome obstacles, optimize your nutrition, and have you on the path to performance excellence.