Hi, I’m Courtney
The Endurance Dietitian
I’m here to help you acheive your goal race - whether that is finishing your first marathon, ultramarathon, long course triathlon, or a PR! Boston or Kona anyone?!
Do you want to have more energy to crush your workouts and races while avoiding injuries? Maybe you are encountering stomach problems while running? We NEED to talk! Or perhaps you’re an ultrarunner overwhelmed with the logistics of nutrition when you’re out running for THAT many hours.
I’m a Registered Dietitian by day and marathoner and Ironman triathlete by morning and night who loves working with fellow runners, triathletes, and cyclists.
Let’s dial in your fueling plan to level up your training and performance. Don’t let a poorly executed nutrition plan (or lack there of!) sabotage your race or get in the way of that PR or qualifier.
About
Courtney Smith, MS, RD, LDN, CDCES
Endurance Background
I started running recreationally in middle school and went on to compete in cross country and track in high school. I ran Division I cross country, indoor track, and outdoor track for my first two years in college.
After college, I completed a couple half marathons and full marathons as well as a duathlon before I dove head first into the world of triathlon. I completed my first Ironman 70.3 in 2016, then spent the following year training for Ironman Arizona 2017.
Mission
As a dietitian with over 10 years of experience, I understand the importance of nutrition. As an athlete, I know the challenges you’re facing, because I have been there! I have made many, many mistakes and endured countless injuries. I understand the grueling training and dedication these long events require. My goal is to make training and race nutrition easy for you and one less thing to worry about.
Education
Bachelor of Science, Nutritional Sciences, Cornell University
Dietetic Internship, Vanderbilt University Medical Center/Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt
Master of Science, Clinical Nutrition, University of Alabama
Certifications
Ironman Certified Coach
Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) - Racing with diabetes? Let’s chat!
Media
Why We Tri Podcast Interview with Caroline Gardner, available on Apple and Spotify podcasts or listen below to learn more about my endurance background + nutrition hot takes
AFFILIATIONS
NOTABLE PAST RACES
Triathlons
Ironman Arizona, Tempe, AZ (2017)
Ironman 70.3 Miami, FL (2016)
Marathons
Chicago Marathon x 2, Chicago, IL (2013, 2014)
Wineglass Marathon, Corning, NY (2022)
Marine Corps Marathon, Washington DC (2023)
Half Marathons
Hard Rock Half Marathon, Nashville, TN (2011)
Country Music Half Marathon, Nashville, TN (2012)
Key Largo Bridge Run Half Marathon, Key Largo, FL (2013)
Key West Half Marathon, Key West, FL (2014)
Relays
Swim for Alligator Lighthouse, Islamorada, FL (2022)
Keys 100, Florida Keys, FL (2022)
Ragnar Florida Keys, FL (2014)
“I can’t say enough about my first consult with The Keys to Nutrition. It was so eye opening and I learned so much in just one session. It’s a relief to have specific guidance and structure to how I fuel on race day. So impressed by Courtney’s knowledge and depth of experience, AND she’s an endurance athlete herself, which is important to me.”
- Abby Heffern, Ultrarunner
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