Sports Nutrition online coaching for athletes with a registered dietitian

ELITE PERFORMANCE STARTS WITH NUTRITION

Designed for Athletes who demand the Highest Level of Performance

Sports nutrition coaching for you when you demand Top‑level Performance

Nutrition coahing is for

Professional Athletes

Performance Optimization
Nutrition Periodization
Training & Competition Nutrition

Goal-Oriented Athletes

Enhancing training adaptations
Optimizing Energy Intake & Recovery
Clear Daily Nutrition Habits

Weight‑class & aesthetic sports

Safe Weight Management
Recognition and Prevention of RED-S and LEA Risks


“Elite sport demands elite‑level nutrition”


Why Training Fails to Deliver Results – The Key Nutritional Barriers to Performance

Six common nutritional factors that limit progress and prevent performance gains

1

Insufficient Energy Intake

due to heavy training or a common consequence of well-intentioned but excessively health-focused nutrition

2

Recovery Is Not Aligned With

training demands

3

Micronutrient Intake

required for performance is lacking

4

Suboptimal Energy Timing

does not align with performance requirements.

5

Body Composition Changes

at the expense of performance

6

Lack of Individual Nutrition Planning

does not account for medical, lifestyle, and coaching considerations


At the elite level, nutritional mistakes are rarely obvious — but they are always costly”


The PLuS Precision Framework

For athletes who take performance seriously
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3
4

ATHLETE PROFILING

Initial Status

Assessment of diet and goals
Energy requirement analysis
Identification of key areas for performance improvement

Sport Analysis

Analysis

Sport analysis – requirements and demands
Training volume and intensity assessment

Planning

Planning the athlete’s development areas
Structuring the coaching timeline

NUTRITION STRATEGY

Coaching

Close collaboration with the athlete
A plan tailored 100 % to the athlete’s goals and performance demands

Collaboration

Seamless cooperation with coaching and other professionals (physio, medical)

OPTIMIZATION

Analysis

Continuous analysis of training load, wellness data, and nutrition.

Support

Continuous support
Direct responses to all athlete inquiries


“Top performance is achieved when every component is optimized”


For athletes and teams who take performance seriously

The PLuS Precision Framework

1
2
3
4

ATHLETE PROFILING

Initial Status

Assessment of diet and goals
Energy requirement analysis
Identification of key areas for performance improvement

Sport Analysis

Analysis

Sport analysis – requirements and demands
Training volume and intensity assessment

Planning

Planning the athlete’s development areas
Structuring the coaching timeline

NUTRITION STRATEGY

Coaching

Close collaboration with the athlete
A plan tailored 100 % to the athlete’s goals and performance demands

Collaboration

Seamless cooperation with coaching and other professionals (physio, medical)

OPTIMIZATION

Analysis

Continuous analysis of training load, wellness data, and nutrition.

Support

Continuous support
Direct responses to all athlete inquiries


“Top performance is achieved when every component is optimized”


Performance

Optimize every training session and race

Maximize the development of strength, speed, and endurance

Perform at your best

Recovery

Optimized recovery

Lower injury risk

More high‑quality training

Body composition

A safe and controlled process

Optimizing performance throughout the process

Preservation of muscle mass


“Sports nutrition is a continuous, evolving process, not a single, fixed program”


PLuS Nutrition Registered Dietitian Petri Luhio. Sports Nutrition Expert. Professional Online services. Trail run competition in Mikkeli, Finland. Petri running in lead and finishing first.

“Now I finally know what it feels like when recovery keeps up with training. The difference is like night and day.”


“Only now do I realize how much of a disadvantage I’ve given myself just by eating poorly.”


“I always thought I was eating well. But there was still so much room for improvement!”

Special Situations

Certain physiological and nutritional conditions in athletes require specialized knowledge and careful management.

RED-S & Low Energy Availability

Chronic low energy availability affects multiple physiological systems, including hormonal function, immune health, and recovery. In athletes, it often presents as reduced performance, persistent fatigue, impaired sleep quality, and recurrent overuse injuries.

Persistent fatigue and poor recovery

If training no longer produces results or you feel constantly fatigued, the cause may lie in the quality, timing, or adequacy of nutrition. Identifying the underlying cause is essential for restoring training quality and recovery.

Gastrointestinal Issues During Training

Gastrointestinal discomfort, bloating, or gut symptoms can impair both training and competition performance. We identify the underlying causes and develop an individualized strategy to help the body better tolerate training and competition demands.

Eating Behavior Challenges in Athletes

Athletes often face pressures, restrictive patterns, or irregular eating behaviors. I guide eating habits and daily routines toward a balanced approach where nutrition supports performance without unnecessary stress.

Weight Classes and Body Composition Optimization

Body weight and fat mass changes are managed safely with performance as the primary focus. Energy intake, training demands, and recovery are carefully balanced to protect performance during the process.

The PLuS Nutrition Difference

PLuS Nutrition Registered Dietitian Petri Luhio. Sports Nutrition Expert. Professional Online services. Master degree certificate. University of Eastern Finland

Evidence-Based Practice

All services are grounded in sports nutrition research, clinical expertise, and high-level professional competence.

Nutritional Risk Management

I carefully address adequate energy intake, RED‑S risk factors, and long-term athlete health.

100% Individualized

Nutrition is tailored to training phases, competition season, life stress, and recovery needs.

Nutrition as a Core Part of the Coaching Process

Delivered through close collaboration with coaches, physiotherapists, physicians, and other specialists.

Athlete-Led Experience

First-hand experience from competitive sport, ultra-endurance events, long football career, and multiple performance disciplines.

Long-Term Partnership

This is not a one-off service, but an ongoing collaboration where both parties commit to results.

Athlete Partnership Pricing

Collaborations with athletes, teams, and clubs are always built individually. The pricing is determined by the required support, assessments, frequency of meetings, and the scope of seasonal planning.

Single consultation also available: 60 min – 120 €

Every collaboration begins with an initial assessment to determine mutual suitability and value for both parties.

Frequently asked

ELITE PERFORMANCE STARTS WITH NUTRITION

Designed for Athletes who Demand the Highest Level of Performance

Sports nutrition coaching for you when you Demand Top‑level Performance

Nutrition Coachin is for

Professional Athletes

Performance optimization

Nutrition periodization

Training & Competition Nutrition

Goal-Oriented Athletes

Enhancing training adaptations

Optimizing Energy Intake & Recovery

Clear Daily Nutrition Habits

Weight‑class & aesthetic sports

Safe Weight Management

Recognition and Prevention of RED-S and LEA Risks


“Elite sport requires an elite‑level nutrition strategy”


Why Training Fails to Deliver Results – The Key Nutritional Barriers to Performance

Six common nutritional factors that limit progress and prevent performance gains

1

Insufficient Energy Intake

due to heavy training or a consequence of health-focused nutrition

2

Recovery Is Not Aligned With

training demands

3

Micronutrient Intake

required for performance is lacking

4

Suboptimal Energy Timing

does not align with performance requirements.

5

Body Composition Changes

at the expense of performance

6

Lack of Individual Nutrition Planning

that does not account for medical, lifestyle, and coaching considerations

The PLuS Precision Framework

For Athletes and Teams who take Performance Seriously

1. Athlete Profiling

Initial Status

Assessment of diet and goals
Energy requirement analysis
Identification of key areas for performance improvement

2. Sport Analysis

ANALYSis

Sport analysis – requirements and demands
Training volume and intensity assessment

Planning

Planning the athlete’s development areas
Structuring the coaching timeline

3. NUTRITION STRATEGY

Coaching

Close collaboration with the athlete
A plan tailored 100 % to the athlete’s goals and performance demands

Collaboration

Seamless cooperation with coaching and other professionals (physio, medical)

4. OPTIMIZATION

ANALYSis

Continuous analysis of training load, wellness data, and nutrition.

Support

Continuous support
Direct responses to all athlete inquiries


Top performance is achieved when every component is optimized


Performance

Optimize training and competitions

Maximize the development of strength, speed, and endurance

Recovery

Optimized recovery

Lower injury risk

More high‑quality training

Body composition

A safe and controlled process

Preservation of muscle mass

PLuS Nutrition Registered Dietitian Petri Luhio. Sports Nutrition Expert. Professional Online services. Trail run competition in Mikkeli, Finland. Petri running in lead and finishing first.

Now I finally know what it feels like when recovery keeps up with training. The difference is like night and day.


Only now do I realize how much of a disadvantage I’ve given myself just by eating poorly.


I always thought I was eating well. But there was still so much room for improvement!


“Sports nutrition is a continuous, evolving process, not a single, fixed program”


SPECIAL SITUATIONS

Certain physiological and nutritional conditions in athletes require specialized knowledge and careful management.

RED-S & Low Energy Availability

Chronic low energy availability affects multiple physiological systems, including hormonal function, immune health, and recovery. In athletes, it often presents as reduced performance, persistent fatigue, impaired sleep quality, and recurrent overuse injuries.

Persistent fatigue and poor recovery

If training no longer produces results or you feel constantly fatigued, the cause may lie in the quality, timing, or adequacy of nutrition. Identifying the underlying cause is essential for restoring training quality and recovery.

Gastrointestinal Issues During Training

Gastrointestinal discomfort, bloating, or gut symptoms can impair both training and competition performance. We identify the underlying causes and develop an individualized strategy to help the body better tolerate training and competition demands.

Eating Behavior Challenges in Athletes

Athletes often face pressures, restrictive patterns, or irregular eating behaviors. I guide eating habits and daily routines toward a balanced approach where nutrition supports performance without unnecessary stress.

Weight Classes and Body Composition Optimization

Body weight and fat mass changes are managed safely with performance as the primary focus. Energy intake, training demands, and recovery are carefully balanced to protect performance during the process.

The PLuS Nutrition Difference

PLuS Nutrition Registered Dietitian Petri Luhio. Sports Nutrition Expert. Professional Online services. Master degree certificate. University of Eastern Finland

Evidence-Based Practice

All services are grounded in sports nutrition research, clinical expertise, and high-level professional competence.

Nutritional Risk Management

I carefully address adequate energy intake, RED‑S risk factors, and long-term athlete health.

100% Individualized

Nutrition is tailored to training phases, competition season, life stress, and recovery needs.

Nutrition as a Core Part of the Coaching Process

Delivered through close collaboration with coaches, physiotherapists, physicians, and other specialists.

Athlete-Led Experience

First-hand experience from competitive sport, ultra-endurance events, long football career, and multiple performance disciplines.

Long-Term Partnership

This is not a one-off service, but an ongoing collaboration where both parties commit to results.

Athlete Partnership Pricing

Collaborations with athletes, teams, and clubs are always built individually. The pricing is determined by the required support, assessments, frequency of meetings, and the scope of seasonal planning.

Single consultation also available: 60 min – 120 €

Every collaboration begins with an initial assessment to determine mutual suitability and value for both parties.

Frequently asked

ready to perform at the next level?

“Let’s build a nutrition strategy that supports your goals — from training to competitions.”

Would you like more information or do you have any questions?

Evidence-Based Clinical Expert


When you choose to work with a professional


A Registered Dietitian is a healthcare professional licensed by Valvira (the National Supervisory Authority for Welfare and Health), ensuring the quality and safety of the service. You can verify professional qualifications through the official Valvira register.