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title: "Sports Nutritionist Gayatri Shanbhag: Indian Diet & Customized Plans for Athletes - mytribe"
description: "Fuel your best self with sports nutritionist Gayatri Shanbhag—get customized nutrition plans, gut health optimization, and Indian diet for athletes. Achieve balance, energy, and results. Book your consult today!"
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# Gayatri Shanbhag

I'm a sports nutritionist (MSc, IOC Diploma) helping everyone from Olympians to foodies fuel their goals. My philosophy is simple: science-backed, practical plans that make room for the foods you love.

## Services

### [Nutrition for Health & Wellness](https://mytribe.in/dietribygayatri/nutrition-for-health-wellness)

Online consultations across India; Visit clinics in Bengaluru & Mumbai

Typically ₹2,000-5,000 per session (estimate)

- ![Yes, that's me, a nutritionist, about to enjoy two slices of pizza. My philosophy is simple: no food is off-limits. I help you build a healthy relationship with eating, where you can enjoy your favorites without guilt and learn how to balance them in your lifestyle.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d83993b0-f561-4185-9de7-e07a6bf3b9c5)
- [Video: Our traditional festival foods are packed with nutrition. In this video, I break down the goodness of a Maharashtrian Makar Sankranti meal, from tilgul to puranpoli, and share how to enjoy these delicious treats mindfully. This is how we embrace our culture while nourishing our bodies.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/73eb41dc-19c5-4510-93b8-7b9941b7efb0)
- [Video: That feeling when you just finished dinner and the 'meetha' craving hits. I get it! This little skit shows a situation I'm sure many of us have been in. Managing sugar cravings is one of the key things I help my clients with, using practical strategies that work.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/78871fb8-6fe5-4f36-9575-35e47a7d1ed6)
- ![A perfect start to the day or a quick, healthy snack. This bowl of Greek yogurt with mixed berries is full of protein for satiety and antioxidants for health. It's a simple, delicious way to nourish your body and support good gut health.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3d8d889b-103f-49ad-96d2-825c43eff1f2)
- [Video: You've heard of ChatGPT, but have you met 'ChaiGPT'? I'm talking about green chai. I explain how its key compound, L-theanine, can help reduce stress and improve sleep, making it much more than just a drink for weight loss.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4d49db34-0a79-429a-a25f-29322549f881)
- [Video: After a weekend of enjoying all my favorite foods, this is my reset ritual. While green tea won't magically undo a cheat meal, its antioxidants and a little lemon can help you feel refreshed, reduce bloating, and get back on track.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/60af7bed-402c-4126-8550-3b9bea9571a6)
- ![A satisfying breakfast that will keep you full and energized for hours. This plate has it all: protein from scrambled eggs and sausages, and complex carbs from the whole-wheat wrap. This is what a balanced, real-world meal looks like.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/06f9d467-f7ef-4813-b8e9-993b8b430371)

### [Sports Nutrition](https://mytribe.in/dietribygayatri/sports-nutrition)

Online consultations across India; Visit clinics in Bengaluru & Mumbai

Typically ₹3,000-8,000 per customized nutrition plan (includes consult + plan + 1 follow-up) (estimate)

- ![This is what peak performance looks like. I'm incredibly proud to have worked on the nutrition strategy for Olympic silver medalist Kenny Bednarek. Crafting a personalized sports diet for an elite sprinter like him involves precise meal timing and macronutrient balancing to fuel power and speed on the world's biggest stage.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b7d10ef3-37c1-42d3-a474-c1b36ef92d1a)
- ![The sweet taste of victory! It's an absolute joy to see my client, Sandeepti Singh Rao, celebrating her win at the AITA Women's Tennis Tournament. For young athletes, a solid nutrition plan is the foundation for future growth, ensuring they have the energy for grueling matches and the nutrients for recovery.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/26e55880-6c1a-4ab9-9e82-cfa29f97e564)
- [Video: This is the result of relentless dedication and a finely tuned nutrition plan. Watching my client, Aryan Singh Dadiala, break a world record in open water swimming is a powerful reminder of how crucial endurance fuelling is. His hydration and energy strategy was planned to the last detail for this incredible achievement.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/890553d4-aaab-4360-97f9-d359c9d425b6)
- ![The journey continues! It's an honor to be part of Kenny Bednarek's team as he heads to the Paris 2024 Olympics. My role as his sports nutritionist is to ensure his diet is optimized for the 100m, 200m, and relay events, focusing on explosive energy, muscle repair, and maintaining peak physical condition.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ebc19c82-684a-4429-9133-ec3a573b222f)
- ![A perfect post-training recovery meal doesn't have to be complicated. This bowl of Greek yogurt with mixed berries and a drizzle of honey provides a great balance of protein to repair muscles and carbohydrates to replenish energy stores. Plus, the antioxidants in the berries help reduce inflammation.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3d8d889b-103f-49ad-96d2-825c43eff1f2)
- [Video: The energy at events like Hyrox Mumbai is electric. Being here reminds me why I love what I do. It's all about supporting strong, motivated people as they push their physical limits, whether they are professional athletes or fitness enthusiasts.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7920bb7c-32b1-4477-9e5f-e2db3b25fd13)
- ![A proud moment with my client, swimmer Mohammed Abdul Bashith, after he won the 6 km River Swimathon. Developing a competition meal plan for a long-distance swimmer involves a focus on sustained energy release and effective hydration to prevent fatigue over a long and demanding event.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3e05ef2a-ed92-46a8-b4eb-20af404bc686)
- ![Yes, even sports nutritionists enjoy their food! This is what strategic carbo-loading looks like on vacation. A good nutrition plan is about balance and understanding how to fuel your body, not about restriction. Sometimes, a simple plate of noodles is exactly what you need.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9d7540f4-676f-40fc-b74e-8725ada199f4)

### [Weight Management](https://mytribe.in/dietribygayatri/weight-management)

Online consultations across India; Visit clinics in Bengaluru & Mumbai

Typically ₹6-15K per 4-week program (estimate)

- ![Yes, I'm a nutritionist, and yes, I eat pizza. My philosophy is simple: balance, not bans. A healthy lifestyle includes enjoying your favorite foods without guilt, and I can show you how to make it work.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d83993b0-f561-4185-9de7-e07a6bf3b9c5)
- [Video: One of the first questions I get is, "Can I still have my chai?" Of course! My job is to create a personalized diet plan that fits your life, even if it includes 10 cups of tea. We'll find a way to balance it.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/14f67d7b-741b-4ae0-b2c5-6aba5ea0d278)
- [Video: This is what a dietitian's lunch looks like. We love delicious food too! Here we are enjoying whole wheat and sourdough sandwiches. Healthy eating isn't about boring salads; it's about making smart, tasty choices.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b75ceb47-0a9e-4c1b-9177-829d07d05ec7)
- ![A perfect example of a power-packed breakfast to fuel your day. This plate has whole-wheat wraps, fluffy scrambled eggs, and chicken sausages, providing a great balance of protein, carbs, and fats to keep you full and energized.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/06f9d467-f7ef-4813-b8e9-993b8b430371)
- [Video: That post-meal craving for spot something sweet is real! We've all been there, "accidentally" ordering dessert. I help my clients understand and manage these sugar cravings with practical strategies that don't feel like a punishment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/78871fb8-6fe5-4f36-9575-35e47a7d1ed6)

## Meet your expert

### My story

Hi, I’m Gayatri. Honestly, food comes first for me—always has. Grew up in a Maharashtrian home, puranpoli and katachi aamti on the table, and that’s where my love for nutrition started. I’m big on balance: I’ll eat pizza on vacation, make reels about dessert, and still help you feel your best. My happy place? Helping folks—athletes or not—find what works for them. आणि हा, तिळगुळ घ्या, गोड गोड बोला (take this sweet, speak sweetly).

### My work

- **Nutrition Plans for You**: I make customized sports nutrition plans, gut health meal planning, and help with weight gain or loss.
- **Athlete Support**: Worked with everyone from swimmers to Olympians. I’ll help you fuel up for your best performance.
- **Science Meets Real Life**: Plans are science-backed but practical—no crazy diets, just balanced diet for foodies.
- **Local Foods, Real Flavours**: Love using traditional Indian diet for athletes and comfort foods. We fit them in, not cut them out.
- **Feel Good, Not Just Weigh Less**: It’s about more energy, less bloating, and feeling good in your body every day.