Your coaching to power and balance

Here you'll learn about the details of the coaching, what you can expect, and what matters to me in terms of advancing your progress.

Vegan nutritionist Alex eats delicious plant-based food

Vegan  Nutrition Counseling

Plate for plant based food

There are many valid reasons for seeking nutritional counseling, and I tailor the journey to each individual. Here are just a few examples of topics we can cover in your session:

  • You're curious about vegan nutrition and want to know what to consider.

  • You'd like to make your omnivorous or vegetarian diet more plant-based.

  • You're looking for support in transitioning gradually to a fully vegan diet.

  • You want to lose or gain weight.

  • You're interested in disease prevention.

  • You want to learn more about certain nutrients and how to apply this knowledge practically.

  • You want to prevent or correct deficiencies.

  • You seek inspiration and tips for cooking wholesome, plant-based, and delicious meals.

  • You want to act more sustainably and ethically.

The ultimate goal of my coaching is to empower you to apply what you've learned independently and confidently. Many might think of strict meal plans, but these are often less useful. My approach isn't about restrictions; it's about doing more of what benefits you. You'll learn how to playfully balance your health, well-being, and enjoyment and maintain it in the long term. Depending on your interests, topics like sustainability or ethics can also be part of the counseling.

Nutritionist Alex working out in the gym fueled by plantbased food

Vegan sports nutrition

Dumbbell as a symbol of fitness and sport

Regardless of your diet, sports nutrition presents a unique set of challenges. The body is subjected to intense stress and consequently requires more nutrients. Plant-based foods provide all the necessary macronutrients and are packed with micronutrients, which can provide athletes with the following benefits:

  • Enhanced performance

  • Faster recovery

  • Stronger immune system

Here are some examples of what can be addressed in counseling:

  • Energy balance and weight management

  • Macro- and micronutrient needs and optimization of macronutrient distribution concerning goals in the areas of strength, muscle building, and endurance sports

  • Optimization of regeneration

  • Nutrition during injuries

  • Nutritional periodization for competitions and off-season

  • Pre-, intro-, and post-workout nutrition, as well as nutrition in the athlete's everyday life.

  • Supplements: education and strategic use

  • Intermittent fasting, meal timing, hydration, etc.

Vegan nutritionist Alex meditating in nature

Mindfulness and relaxation

Yin and Yang

I do not currently offer a specific coaching program in this area. However, if desired, these aspects can be incorporated into our consultations, as nutrition and digestibility are closely linked with stress and relaxation. Together, we can discover what works best for you and your lifestyle.

There are many methods to promote mindfulness or relaxation. Personally, I use various forms of breathing exercises, meditation, and relaxation techniques. Practices such as ice bathing strengthen both body and mind, while self-reflection and journaling connect you to your inner world and emotions. Implementation may not be easy for many, even though the potential benefits are widely recognized:

  • Reduced stress or improved stress management

  • Increased concentration, sharper focus, and clearer thinking

  • Enhanced mood and satisfaction

  • Better access to and management of emotions

  • Improved sleep

  • And many more...

Of course, you don't have to adopt all these practices, but learning and integrating one or two techniques can have a significant impact and contribute to an improved quality of life.

Vegan nutritionist Alex Handbalancing

Balance

Scales as a symbol of balance in nutrition, sport and life

The concept of "balance" has many interpretations in my coaching. I'm neither an advocate of a strict ideology nor a proponent of pushing things to the extreme. Life isn't just black or white; many aspects deserve a balanced approach. Here are a few examples of what I mean:

  • No one is required to become completely vegan in my program.  It's more beneficial to have 80% of people make their diets 20% more plant-based than to have a few go completely vegan and, at worst, judge non-vegans. The positive impact on animals, humans, and the environment would be much greater if there was more tolerance and everyone moved in the right direction together.

  • A balanced diet is important for a relaxed daily routine, because pleasure and social aspects are just as important as nutritional values. While completely avoiding processed foods or sugar is well-intentioned, it's unrealistic and unnecessary. It is more practical to aim for a healthy balance between these moments of indulgence and a predominantly healthy diet. Everyone should allow themselves a treat now and then. If the rest of your diet is sound, that's perfectly okay.

  • Your training and work week doesn't have to be perfect; you don't need to push yourself to be a relentless performance machine. Find time for rest and relaxation, recover, and balance action with regeneration because the journey towards your goals and through life itself is not a sprint. Enjoy it!

Web symbol for online nutrition counseling

All sessions are conducted online, primarily through Google Meet. However, we can also use WhatsApp calls or FaceTime if you're more comfortable with those platforms. I am a native German speaker, but I also offer coaching in English.

If you have any further questions, please take a look at the FAQs or feel free to contact me.