Sports Nutrition Consultation
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I help athletes find the right foods and habits for their training and matches using my own experience as a tennis player and nutritionist.
Pricing Guide
Daily Training & Lifestyle Nutrition
Consultation & Assessment
- Duration: 45 to 60 minute one on one virtual consultation.
- Lifestyle Audit: Detailed review of current eating habits, training intensity, and sleep schedules.
- Gut Health Check: Assessment of body responsiveness to current food intake.
Customized Daily Meal Plan
- Ingredient Focus: Utilizes easily available Indian superfoods (e.g., Ragi, Jaggery, Millet) rather than expensive imports.
- Macro-nutrient Split: Calculation of required Carbohydrate, Protein, and Fat ratios based on sport and body weight.
- Recipe Guidance: Includes specific recipes like Power Breakfasts aligned with training needs.
Post Session Deliverables
- Digital Diet Chart: A PDF guide including meal timings relative to practice sessions.
- Hydration Baseline: Calculation of daily water intake requirements excluding sweat loss.
Competition Strategy & Supplementation
Advanced Performance Strategy
- Duration: 60 to 90 minute intensive strategy session.
- Loading Phase: Protocols for carb loading 48 hours prior to the match.
- Match Day Timeline: Exact meal planning for 2 to 3 hours pre match and intra match fueling (gels, electrolytes).
Supplementation & Recovery
- Supplement Stack: Personalized recommendations on BCAAs, Electrolytes, and Protein based on food science principles.
- Recovery Protocol: Nutrition strategies to flush lactic acid and repair muscle for back to back matches.
- Sweat Rate Analysis: Estimation of fluid loss and salt replacement strategies to prevent cramping.
Tour Management & Support
- Travel Nutrition Guide: Advice on maintaining diet quality in hotels and managing buffet breakfasts while traveling.
- Follow up: 7 day chat support to tweak the plan as the athlete tests the strategy.
About Sports Nutrition Consultation
My Story: From Tennis Player to Nutrition Guide
I've spent years competing for India as a tennis player, and I learned the hard way that what you eat is almost as important as how you train. My degree in food science and nutrition came out of that struggle to find what really works for my body - not just what the internet says. Now, I help other athletes figure this out for themselves.
What I Believe About Food
Food is personal. No single plan fits everyone, especially when you're training hard or playing tournaments. I've seen how eating the right things, even a couple of days before a match, can totally change your game. My approach is to listen to your body and help you tune into what makes you feel strong and focused.
What I Offer
- Personalized meal planning, not just generic rules. I help you find foods that work for your taste and training needs.
- Pre-match nutrition tips based on my own experience, so you can peak at the right time.
- Sorting through supplements - I’ve tried plenty during back-to-back tournaments and can explain what actually matters for recovery and endurance.
- Building habits, not just strict diets. My goal is for you to learn how to manage your own nutrition for the long haul.
No Shortcuts, Only Process
Getting your athlete meal planning right takes trial and error, just like training. I’ve got firsthand experience, and I’m here to help you figure out your own best path.
Meet your Expert
Sahaja Yamalapalli
33 connects in last 3 months
My Story
Hey, I'm Sahaja. Grew up hustling for every tennis ball, sometimes stringing racquets and tutoring just to stay in the game. From crowd-funding my first pro tour to playing college tennis in the US, I’ve seen the tough side. My family, my team, and God have always backed me. Got a degree in food science too, so I know what goes into an athlete’s body. Now, I’m here to show young players that hard work and resilience can take you far.
My Work
Personal Tennis Coaching - I offer one-on-one and group tennis sessions, focusing on technique and aggressive baseline play.
Mental Game Training - I teach meditation and visualisation techniques for athletes to build mental toughness for tennis.
Nutrition Guidance for Players - Using my food science degree, I help with tennis nutrition planning for peak performance.
Mentorship for Young Players - I work with passionate youngsters, helping shape their skills and mindset for a long tennis journey.
