Sports Nutritionist & Ironman Training by Race Smart

Nutrition Consulting

Nutrition Consulting

Get proven science-based guidance from a registered dietitian.

Sports Nutrition Consulting

Sports Nutrition Consulting

Maximize your athletic performance with a fuel plan
specific to your body and metabolic needs.

Endurance Coaching

Endurance Coaching

Go farther and feel stronger with a customized training plan to help you meet your goals.

“If you ever had that feeling of utter
exhaustion at the end of a race or training
ride, or you see people passing you at the
end of a race and you wish you knew their
secrets, ask Susan for help. She could be
your secret weapon.”
—Jin Yi Kwon

Writing & Speaking

Writing & Speaking

Energize and educate your group, or add quality content to your publication.

Race Smart Recipes

Race Smart Recipes

Check out healthy recipes from the Race Smart Kitchen.

Nutrition Consulting

Improve your body composition, health, and overall well-being with a complete nutrition plan tailored to your individual needs and goals.

Triathlon Coaching

Whether you’re getting ready for a race or just getting in shape, a training plan to match your goals & lifestyle is key. Race Smart offers expert coaching for triathlon, swimming, cycling, & running.

Sports Nutrition Consulting

Take your athletic performance to the next level with a customized fuel plan created specifically for your body and health.

Meet Susan Kitchen, MPH, RD, CSSD, LD/N

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

As a Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD), Susan is committed to providing safe, effective, evidence-based nutrition services for health, fitness, and athletic performance. Because Susan is also an endurance athlete, she has a unique understanding of the many challenges competitors and fitness enthusiasts encounter, and how nutrition 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 achieve your goals.

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