You have a training plan...but nutrition still feels like guesswork
You know how many miles you're running for the week.
You know your long run distance.
You know your pace goals.
But when it comes to food?
You're piecing things together from Instagram posts, running friends, podcasts, and random Google searches — hoping it adds up to "enough."
Meanwhile you're wondering...
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Am I underfueling… or overeating?
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Why am I so wiped out after long runs?
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Why do I still 'hit the wall' even when I bring fuel?
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Why does my stomach rebel on long runs or just on race day?
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Why do I feel snacky and out of control at night?
You have a solid understanding of nutrition.
It just hasn’t translated into a way of eating that supports your training, your body, and your busy schedule.
You don’t need more nutrition information.
You need a fueling system that works with your training and life.
This is for you if:
You feel confused about what and when to eat to fuel your runs
You wonder if you're underfueling (or eating too much)
You find yourself excessively snacking or eating sweets too often
You deal with GI issues that make long runs stressful
You 'hit the wall' during long runs despite following a solid fueling plan
You’re completely wiped out after long runs or hard workouts
You want a sustainable way of eating that fuels your training goals and fits into your busy schedule
Here's the problem most runners don't realize...
Training increases your energy needs — sometimes dramatically.
But hunger cues, habits, and “normal meals” don’t automatically adjust with your mileage.
So even runners who are trying really hard to eat well, often end up:
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Undereating earlier in the day
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Playing catch-up at night
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Fueling inconsistently around runs
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Showing up to race day underprepared
Not because they lack discipline.
Because they lack a clear fueling system.
That's exactly why I created the
Marathon Nutritionist Fueling System
Instead of trying to piece together general nutrition advice that may or may not work for your body, your schedule, and your training...
You get a clear, step-by-step fueling framework designed specifically for runners training for a half or full marathon.
Inside the Marathon Nutritionist Fueling System, you'll get:
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Nutrition Videos that Matches your Marathon Build
Short, on-demand videos that align with your training — so you know exactly what to focus on when your body needs it most.
Here's what we'll cover in each phase:
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Phase 1: Base Mileage - Learn how to structure everyday meals, what to eat before runs, and how much your body actually needs to support training
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Phase 2: Building Mileage - As workouts get harder, we focus on recovery nutrition, spotting signs of underfueling, and fixing the common mistakes that drain your energy
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Phase 3: Peak Mileage Weeks - Master fueling and hydration for long runs, train your stomach to tolerate fuel, and prevent GI issues before race day
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Phase 4: Taper & Race Week - Learn how to carb load without stress, plan race week meals, and feel confident about exactly what to eat on race morning.
Includes 12 bite-sized videos so you can learn, apply, and build confidence week by week
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Weekly Q&A with a Sports Dietitian
Have a question about trouble shooting your fueling or nutrition? Post your question in the private community and get them answered weekly. Each month, join a live 60-minute Zoom Q&A to get your individual questions answered in real time.
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Fueling Plan Worksheets + Checklists
Fillable, easy-to-use tools to plan your long runs and race day. Plus sample fueling plans.
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Runner-Friendly Meal & Snack Inspiration
Quick, simple ideas for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks — designed to keep your energy up without relying on sugar or skipping meals.
Includes substitutions for: gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian & vegan runners
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Private Member Community
You’re not doing this alone. Connect with other runners who get it.
Share wins, ask questions, and get encouragement so you stay motivated through every training week.
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MEET THE SPORTS NUTRITION
Kristy Baumann
FOUNDER & CEO
Kristy is a Minnesota-based Registered Dietitian who helps runners and active individuals build confidence in fueling their bodies for performance, recovery, and everyday health.
As a marathon runner and mom, Kristy understands the unique demands of balancing training, work, and family, and she specializes in creating realistic, science-backed strategies to help her audience thrive both on and off the road.
Whether she’s preparing runners for their next big race, guiding them to avoid underfueling, or helping families create balanced meals, Kristy’s approach is practical, relatable, and rooted in the belief that nutrition should be simple and enjoyable. She shows her clients how to optimize their performance and energy while embracing their favorite foods.
Achievements/Certifications:
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Registered Dietitian (RD) - Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
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Licensed Dietitian (LD) - Minnesota
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Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition & Dietetics - Concordia College, Moorhead, Minnesota
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Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science - Concordia College, Moorhead, MN
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Dietetic Internship with 1200 hours practical experience - Meredith College, Raleigh, North Carolina
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