Sports Nutrition
Performance Fueling & Young Athlete Nutrition
Proper nutrition is essential for athletic performance and injury prevention. Altaira Allied Health offers specialised sports nutrition services for young athletes and active individuals. Our accredited practising Dietitian is passionate about helping athletes optimise performance while developing healthy relationships with food.
What We Offer
- Personalised nutrition plans for young athletes
- Sport-specific fueling strategies for different sports and training phases
- Pre-competition and post-exercise fueling strategies
- Hydration assessment and optimization for athletes in Adelaide
- Micronutrient assessment (iron, calcium, vitamin D, etc.)
- Energy availability and RED-S (Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport) screening
- Body composition and performance optimisation
- Education on sports supplements and their evidence base.
Our Approach
We believe that proper nutrition should enhance performance without compromising health or wellbeing. Our approach focuses on fueling for performance while supporting healthy attitudes toward food and body image. We work collaboratively with athletes, coaches, and families and are committed to supporting the next generation of athletes in our community.
Expected Outcomes
- Improved athletic performance and recovery
- Reduced injury risk
- Optimal energy levels and endurance
- Better body composition for their sport
- Healthy relationship with food and body image
Meet Your Dietitian
Caitlin Mc Manus is an Accredited Practising Dietitian who brings a deep passion for food, health, and personalised care to the Altaira Allied Health team. A former national-level swimmer, she combines her understanding of performance nutrition with a strong appreciation for the social and cultural role of food. Caitlin has developed expertise supporting clients with neurological conditions, chronic disease, gastrointestinal concerns, women’s health needs, mental health, cancer, healthy ageing, and veterans transitioning from service. She is also dedicated to helping young athletes build healthy, sustainable nutrition habits. Known for her collaborative and practical approach, Caitlin works closely with clients and multidisciplinary teams to create achievable, long term strategies that align with individual lifestyles, goals, and wellbeing.