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Online sports nutrition for Brighton's swimmers, runners and riders

Sports nutrition for sea swimmers, seafront runners, Downs cyclists and triathletes in Brighton and across Sussex, delivered by secure video call.

Sea, seafront and South Downs

Brighton's sporting life is shaped by the coast. Runners use the long, flat seafront for tempo sessions and races, swimmers head into the sea through the year, and cyclists climb onto the South Downs for steep, exposed rides. It is a natural setting for triathlon, and the city's gyms, fitness studios and team sports add plenty of variety.

Cold water, wind off the sea and short, sharp climbs all change what your body needs. Cold-water swimming may increase energy needs and leave you hungry for hours, while Downs rides and long seafront runs call for carbohydrate planned in advance. We look at the conditions you train in, not only the sessions written in your plan.

Nutrition & Co works only online, so appointments happen wherever you have a screen and some privacy. Follow-ups keep the plan current from a winter of cold swims through to a summer of races.


How we can help

Evidence-based support for coastal, endurance and multisport athletes.


Sea and cold-water swimming

Eating before and after sea swims, warming up with food and drink afterwards, and planning nutrition for longer open-water events.

  • Pre-swim snacks
  • Refuelling after cold water
  • Longer swims with planned feeds


Seafront and road running

Fuelling for tempo sessions, long runs and road races, with race-day carbohydrate tried out in training.


South Downs cycling

Carbohydrate and fluid planning for steep, exposed climbs and long rides where shops and cafés are few and far between.


Triathlon across three disciplines

One plan that balances swim, bike and run sessions in the same week, plus fuelling for your chosen race length.


Under-fuelling in endurance athletes

Our RED-S specialists assess and support athletes with signs such as ongoing tiredness, disrupted periods or repeated injury.


Gut comfort on the move

Practical help with bloating, cramps and urgency during running or racing, including support for IBS.


Who this is for

  • Year-round sea swimmers and open-water racers
  • Seafront, road and trail runners
  • Road and gravel cyclists riding the Downs
  • Triathletes from first sprint to long distance
  • Gym and fitness class regulars
  • Women noticing changes to their periods during heavy training
  • Runners whose gut symptoms flare during exercise


Why work with us

  • Dietitians registered with the HCPC, working with an SENr-registered nutritionist
  • Advice that accounts for cold water, wind and hills, not just distance
  • RED-S specialists who understand endurance sport and female athlete health
  • Founded by the Lead Sports Dietitian for Imperial College London and Cambridge University
  • Video appointments from anywhere in Sussex
  • Private payment, or UK health insurance where your policy covers dietetics


Prices

  • Initial consultation (60 min): £159 (Self-pay, video consultation)
  • Follow-up consultation (45 min): £89 (Review and fine-tuning)
  • Individualised nutrition or meal plan: £75 (Only where clinically indicated)


Who you could work with


Plan your fuel for sea and Downs

Book a video consultation for a plan built around the way you train on the coast.


Book your consultation

Book an initial consultation or book a free discovery call to talk it through first. All consultations are online.


Explore more

See the sports we work with and all the cities we support, our RED-S nutrition support, or meet the team.


Frequently asked questions


Where are your Brighton appointments held?

They are held online. We have no premises in Brighton or elsewhere, so every session is a secure video call you can join from any quiet space.


What should I eat after a cold sea swim?

Many swimmers feel very hungry after cold water and want something warm. We help you plan a drink and snack for straight afterwards and a proper meal later, so recovery is covered without relying on whatever happens to be to hand.


I am training for my first triathlon. Can you help?

Yes. We look at how your week fits together across swimming, cycling and running, check you are eating enough for the total load and put together a simple race plan. Trying it in training shows you what your stomach copes with.


My stomach plays up on long runs. Is that normal?

Gut symptoms during running are common, and there is often something that can be adjusted. We look at what and when you eat before and during runs, and whether a condition such as IBS may be involved, then make changes gradually.


Do you take private medical insurance?

Yes, for policies that include dietetic consultations. Bupa UK, AXA, Vitality, Aviva, WPA, Healix and Cigna UK are accepted subject to pre-authorisation, so confirm what your plan covers before you book.

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