Client Stories
Here is what people are saying
Adidas Terrex athlete & three time Tarawera 100-km ultramarathon champion
Daniel Jones
Cushla played such an influential part of working out my nutrition going from marathon to ultramarathon. Having a written nutrition plan was a game changer for me, drastically improving my race day nutrition and in turn elevating my performances to actually hit my potential.
NZ Elite 2:10 marathon runner
Cameron Avery
Cushla helped me in my buildup to the Vienna Marathon, and was incredible throughout the process. Super responsive, and great guidance. I have no doubt she was a massive factor behind my success in this race, and I look forward to working with her again in the future. 10/10, would recommend!
Logan Currie
UCI ProTeam Lotto
Cushla was legendary in helping me with the nutrition side of my professional cycling. I struggled a bit with balancing my diet, recovery, and fuelling on the bike. When training up to 6 hours a day it's so important to eat plenty and make sure it is food/energy drink that will get me through the training session and help with recovery! Cushla has been game-changing for me personally!
Ange Wreford
Marathon Athlete
I reached out to Cushla after struggling with gastrointestinal issues during races. Cushla is knowledgeable, thorough and actively listens to understand the nutritional concerns and running performance goals.
Cushla's easy going nature and advice and nutritional plans have made her a pleasure to work with.
Stoked with the results and progress we've made and I am looking forward to continuing to work with her with future races
Ellen Petersen
Athlete & Coach
Cushla supported me with nutrition on my journey towards my first full marathon. She made it simple and gave me pieces of need to know information in each session that was relevant to me. She was very thorough, professional and supportive in her approach and I continue to use her as my go to Sports Dietitian. I look forward to other exciting events I can tackle in the future with her expert knowledge. She also looked at the whole picture and what was manageable for my situation. Thank you Cushla!
Katie White
Ultra-runner
I highly recommend Cushla for anyone wanting to improve their performance and general nutrition. I contacted Cushla in the lead up to my first ultra at Tarawera and following a health diagnosis which meant a sudden change to a gluten free lifestyle.
Cushla is knowledgeable, approachable and I felt she listened and understood my nutrition needs and performance goals.
My training and racing has improved since I started implementing Cushla's advice but also importantly so has my enjoyment in running! I have enjoyed working with Cushla and look forward to continuing to work with her for my upcoming races!
Tim Perrin
Two-day individual Coast to Coast athlete
It was my first time training for a multisport event so I had no idea whatsoever around nutrition or the importance of it. Cushla was awesome, she took time to understand my needs and requirements and ultimately created a very successful nutrition plan which helped me to succeed in my Coast goal.
Chad Gillespie
Ultra runner & BYU competitor
Cushla got me on the right path to fuelling properly. This enabled me to increase training load and ultimately to run further than ever before!
Florian Pracher
Whaka 100 & Coast to Coast athlete
Cushla is very knowledgeable dietitian who I can't recommend enough.
She helped me with my nutrition plans for a number of events including the Whaka 100 and Coast to Coast. I definitely would have not paid enough attention to my nutrition without her support. Cushla is always happy to adjust plans to accommodate taste (when you have just had enough of gels...).
Importantly, she knows the events and requirements well and will become part of your support crew...You won't regret making an appointment!
Emma Johns
Coast to Coast longest day athlete
Cushla's expert knowledge and personalised nutrition guidance has not only boosted my performance but has helped me find my love for endurance sport again. I remember the first time I walked into Cushla's office I felt defeated with gastrointestinal issues but left feeling like her positive approach and clear plan was the game-changer that I needed to get back on track. I highly recommend Cushla for anyone serious about fuelling their athletic journey!
Cushla has opened my eyes to a world of running and everyday nutrition that I had no idea about. As a result of her advice, tips and example meal plans, I've felt a lot more energised, but less bloated over all kinds of running distances and my work day. Cushla is a lovely, encouraging person, who explains the science behind her suggestions super clearly.
Marcus D
I started working with Cushla in the lead up to my first Ultra. Cushla provided actionable steps to improve my endurance performance straight away. She also helped me improve my daily nutrition to meet the needs of a physical job. I would highly recommend this professional and tailored service!
Emilio K
I was referred to Cushla by my endurance sports training group about two years ago. I had wanted to improve my triathlon results and thought that, instead of continuously just hammering the training side of things, that I would give the nutrition and diet side a go. It was then that I went on a great journey of discovery about myself!
I found Cushla to be really personable, easy to chat to, knowledgeable, helpful, her instructions easy to follow and interacting/communicating with her very straightforward. Cushla's approach was methodical. She started our consultation journey by getting comprehensive blood tests done. It was from this that we confirmed my tendencies of developing diabetes. From there she then tailored diet plans and instructions to make sure that I could get the best results for my lifestyle and sporting goals.
The regular consults with her are used for checking in on progress and also creates a feedback loop from which we could adjust/improve on the nutrition plans developed. I have learned a lot about lifestyle and food choices that will improve my life outcomes. I have also learned a lot about what to do for nutrition before, during and after both training as well as sporting events.
Cushla provides helpful reading material to educate her clients. Her methods are not merely instructional, but she creates discussions from which outcomes can be developed through collaborating with her clients. Consultations with Cushla are done personally or via video conferencing. I found this to be really straightforward to use. I feel like Cushla's effectiveness is also because she is an endurance athlete herself, therefore personally practicing what she preaches. I have recommended Cushla to some friends and would recommend her to anyone wanting to educate themselves on how to make improvements to their lifestyle and/or sporting endeavours.
Frank Chyr
Ironman athlete
I loved working with Cushla, she was always so supportive and encouraging. She is down to earth and understands that life can be busy. I have no hesitation in recommending Cushla for anyone looking for an amazing dietitian.
Rebecca D
Cushla has been fantastic in helping me with some dietary changes alongside sports. Extremely easy to communicate with and provides clear and informative material to work through. Highly recommend her services.
Tayler R
Cushla is incredibly professional, experienced, knowledgeable and committed in her role. Cushla is genuinely interested and dedicated to all her clients providing a unique and caring experience. Cushla has her personal stories, background and success outside of her career which adds to the wonderful reputation she has. Highly recommend Cushla.
Philly M
Loved the support I got from Cushla in my preparation for the Coast to Coast. She made me realise I wasn’t eating or drinking nearly enough given my energy output. Thoroughly recommend!
Lucy H
A great dietitian always willing to help and improve my knowledge on nutrition. She has helped me a lot with my irritable bowel symptoms and goes above and beyond in different concerned areas. Cushla is very thorough and gets as much information to come to a resolution on what we can do going forward. Absolutely loved working with her to improve my gut health.
Greer D
Cushla was warm, professional and extremely knowledgeable. Cushla was able to guide me based on what was going to work with my lifestyle and preferences which made me feel like I didn’t have to completely overhaul what I was currently doing, rather just a few tweaks, so far less overwhelming. I would recommend Cushla to anyone looking for support around sports and nutrition.
Gemma M
I have really enjoyed working alongside Cushla. I approached her to help me with my nutrition, specifically for a long running race. I felt that Cushla gained a good understanding of my background and current goals. She helped me to make achievable nutrition changes, both in day to day life and in racing. These changes have definitely helped me, and I look forward to working with Cushla again in the future.
Hayley D
I worked with Cushla on my marathon nutrition and resolved my struggles with consuming carbs during races—now I can handle gels! My overall fuelling and nutrition habits have also transformed, emphasising adequate fuelling and recovery. Cushla’s approach is both positive and sustainable, I highly recommend her.
Paul B
Cushla was amazing to work with. She unlocked the missing pieces in my understanding of nutrition with constant diligence and gentle encouragement. She helped me learn so much about general nutrition as well as figuring out my specific needs for events and my endurance sports training. Down over 25kgs with her help with a fountain of nutrition knowledge to turn to when I need it. Thanks Cushla!
Scott C
I have had the pleasure of working with Cushla for about a year. She is an incredible dietitian with a wealth of knowledge. She has taught me so much about fuelling for sport, as well as all the different options, recipes and methods of how to implement these. She has also been a sounding board to my training and food related worries and given me amazing advice and thought provoking ideas to help. I would recommend her to anyone seeking advice, as not only is she amazing at her job she is a genuine, down to earth person.
Maddie R
I exercise most days and was having trouble with feeling very tired later in the day after my training. Cushla was very helpful and thorough with her information giving the correct advice of nutrition to assist with my lifestyle. My energy levels have increased and I am able to get a few job’s done now in the afternoons, when in the past I was just too tired. Strongly recommend using Cushla.
Fleur W
Highly recommend Cushla. My teenage daughter had a couple of appointments with her to ensure her nutrition was sufficient to support growth and optimise athletic performance in gymnastics. Fantastic resources emailed post consultation to assist with a few minor tweaks.
Michelle B
I visited Cushla for advice and guidelines on how to fuel properly during training blocks for endurance based running events. Cushla is really thorough in her analysis of your needs, and offers really accessible and practical solutions, by way of tips, ideas and recipes, all which can be immediately applied. She offers excellent follow up and builds an environment of genuine care.
Phil L
Cushla is very knowledgeable, a good communicator, positive and has helped me with good insights. Also a good balance of technical and practical knowledge to help achieve your goals. Would recommend!!!
Matthew C
Cushla is a very experienced sports dietitian with ample knowledge in this field. She’s very approachable and willing to help with any issues regarding dietary needs, nutrition, training and just anything to do with keeping an active and healthy lifestyle. She has helped me change the way I consume my daily requirements to make it work in conjunction with my heavy training routine, resulting in highly beneficial outcomes.
Ben O
Cushla has helped me tweak my nutrition and race day nutrition to match my needs. I love her statement that athletes don't diet and exercise; they fuel for performance! She is changing the rhetoric with her knowledge and expertise.
Kate M
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