Top Sports Nutritionist in Chennai & India Teen & Athlete Meal Plans
Looking for a sports nutritionist in Chennai or across India who understands the demands of athletes? At Pragmatic Nutrition, Meenu Balaji offers evidence-based nutrition strategies tailored for endurance athletes, swimmers, runners, cricketers, and teen athletes. Whether you're training locally or competing nationally, our plans help improve stamina, strength, recovery, and peak performance.
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Duration: 60-Minute Video Consultation
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Initial Assessment: Detailed discussion on fitness goals, food habits, training schedule, and lifestyle patterns.
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Follow-up: Ongoing guidance tailored to your progress and goals.
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What’s Included:
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Macronutrient Balance:
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Meal Planning & Hydration:
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Maintain fluid balance with tailored hydration and meal timing strategies.
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Caloric Needs:
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Adjust your intake based on training intensity and athletic goals.
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Nutrient-Dense Foods:
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Use whole grains, lean proteins, fruits, vegetables, and healthy fats.
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Supplementation Guidance:
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Expert advice on safe, evidence-based supplements if needed.
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Recovery Nutrition:
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Rebuild muscle and replenish glycogen stores post-exercise.
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Specialized Diet Plans:
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Carb-loading for endurance events, strength-specific plans, or weight management.
Key Features of the Sports Nutrition Diet Plan
Macronutrient Balance
Strategically proportion carbohydrates, proteins, and fats for energy, recovery, and muscle repair.
Meal Planning
Maintain fluid balance with tailored hydration guidelines.
Caloric Needs
Adjust your caloric intake based on training intensity and athletic goals, such as endurance or strength.
Nutrient-Dense Foods
Incorporate whole grains, lean proteins, fruits, vegetables, and healthy fats for essential nutrients.
Meal Timing
Learn the best times to eat meals and snacks for energy optimization and muscle recovery.
Supplementation
Expert recommendations for supplements, if required, to bridge nutritional gaps.
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Recovery Nutrition
Post-exercise strategies to rebuild muscle and replenish glycogen stores.
Specialized Diet Plans
Custom strategies, like carb-loading for endurance events or strength-specific plans.
Ready to Take the First Step?
Maximize your athletic potential with our Sports Nutrition Plan designed to enhance energy, recovery, and overall fitness.
Services for Teen & Adult Athletes
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Whether you're preparing for national competitions or school-level tournaments, our sports nutrition plans are tailored for:
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Swimmers (freestyle, butterfly, endurance events)
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Cricketers
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Track and field athletes
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Teenagers in growth phases
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Women returning to fitness
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Strength and muscle gain goals
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Sports recovery and performance plateaus
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Our plans use periodized macros, Indian meal timing, electrolyte balance, and food-first strategies used by elite sports dietitians globally.
Who Is This For?
This plan is ideal for
Holistic Approach
Athletes seeking to optimize performance and recovery.
Personalized Plans
Fitness enthusiasts aiming to improve strength, endurance, or weight management.
Discounts
Teams or groups looking for tailored nutrition advice (group discounts available for 3 or more).
Real Results
Anyone managing high-intensity training schedules or sports-specific dietary needs.
Related Programs to Maximise Your Performance
At Pragmatic Nutrition, our support extends beyond sports nutrition—designed to support your total performance journey in Chennai and across India.
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Gut Health Program: Optimize digestion and nutrient absorption for endurance and recovery. Learn more
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Child & Teen Athlete Nutrition: Custom nutrition plans for young athletes to support growth, recovery, and academic performance. Explore plans
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Book a Consultation: Ready to begin? Schedule an in-person session in Chennai or an online consultation anywhere in India. Contact us
Testimonials
Real Clients Success Stories
Rachel, NZ
My son plays football. We consulted Meenu. She gave him a very interesting diet plan. My son enjoys the recipes and it help his game too.
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We have noticed a good change in his energy when he's playing. Earlier he used to get too tired.
Vijay Vallabh, Wellington Sports Med,
New Zealand
Meenu is a highly competent Nutritionist, who has the ability to convey complex information into education material that patients can understand and will endeavor to comply with. We were very impressed with Meenu's detail in adolescent Nutrition and it's relation to exercise, and have used her presentation and knowledge to great effect in the adolescent population.
Asha, Delhi
We consulted Pragmatic nutrition for my daughter's tennis event. The diet plan recommended by Meenu, was very effective in her sport and recovery. I would recommend Pragmatic Nutrition to other parents.
Meet Your Nutritionist – Meenu
Looking for a sports nutritionist in Chennai or an online sports nutrition expert in India? Meenu Balaji offers customized plans for endurance athletes, teenage athletes, swimmers, cricketers, and more.
In-person consultations are available at our clinic, and we support athletes across India with evidence-based sports diet plans.
Meenu specializes in sports nutrition and performance enhancement. With 12 years of experience guiding athletes and fitness enthusiasts, she combines evidence-based strategies with personalized recommendations to help you achieve peak performance.
