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DIET & NUTRITION SERVICES ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO

Are you ready to transform your health, fitness, and athletic performance through tailored nutrition? The Athlete Ready Diet & Nutrition Program offers specialized services in guidance, accountability, meal planning, lab review, and supplementation. Our expert programs are designed not just to educate but to empower you with cutting-edge nutritional strategies that fit your specific needs.

Our Registered Dietitian Nutritionist assesses your current nutrition behavior and content, identifies any catalysts that contribute to unsupportive habits, and sets obtainable goals for you. We start you where you're at and provide the tools and knowledge to find healthier alternatives for foods that are not goal oriented. We then fine tune portions for you to reach your goals whether they are for health, sports performance, and/or aesthetics.

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DIET & NUTRITION FAQs

Dietitians specialize in designing nutrition programs and treating disease-related malnutrition. They must meet rigorous academic and professional standards, including degrees in nutrition and dietetics and clinical placements. These professionals work in various settings including hospitals, community health, and food service, focusing on dietetics to improve health and manage diseases like diabetes and obesity through tailored nutritional interventions. Dietitians must be licensed in many countries, distinguishing them from broader "nutritionists," ensuring they provide scientifically grounded dietary counsel across diverse populations.

Nutritionists offer guidance on food and nutrition and its impact on health, with some specializing in areas like sports nutrition or public health. Unlike dietitians, who are required to have formal education and certifications, the title "nutritionist" isn't regulated in many countries, allowing anyone to use it regardless of their qualifications. This discrepancy highlights the importance of verifying the credentials of nutrition advisors, particularly those offering specialized services or promoting potentially untested health concepts. For reliable nutritional guidance, look for professionals like Registered Dietitian Nutritionists or Certified Clinical Nutritionists, who are certified to provide evidence-based dietary advice and treatment plans.

The term "nutritionist" encompasses a wide range of professionals who offer guidance on healthy eating, while "dietitian" specifically refers to nutritionists who have undergone specialized training and certification. A Registered Dietitian Nutritionist combines both of those rolls. RDNs are healthcare professionals with at least bachelor's degree in nutrition and dietetics, including supervised clinical experience and a national examination.

The perception that healthy food is more expensive is common, but it's important to consider the broader economic perspective. Initially, healthier foods, such as fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean meats, might seem pricier than processed foods. However, when you consider the long-term health benefits and potential savings on healthcare costs, eating healthy can actually be more cost-effective.

We also help teach you the most cost-effective ways to eat healthy, from buying bulk to finding specific brands and stores that are just as healthy but can be cheaper.

The concern about not having time to cook is a common barrier to eating healthy, but it doesn't have to prevent you from maintaining a nutritious diet. Our program acknowledges this challenge and is designed to provide you with the tools necessary to manage your meals efficiently, without needing to cook every single meal.

We offer strategies like meal prepping, which involves preparing meals in bulk ahead of time. This can be done just once or twice a week, saving you time on busy days. Additionally, we suggest quick and healthy recipes that can be made in less than 30 minutes, and we recommend healthy, minimal-prep or no-prep food options that can be bought from stores.

Furthermore, our program includes guidance on choosing healthy pre-packaged meals and tips for making smarter choices when eating out. This approach ensures that you can maintain a nutritious diet even when your schedule doesn't allow time for traditional cooking. This way, you can stay on track with your dietary goals without the stress of preparing every meal from scratch.

It's completely understandable to feel frustrated if you've experienced weight gain after previous diets. It's a common issue many face due to the temporary nature of many diet programs. However, this isn't just another diet, it is a nutrition education program to provide you with the tools to be successful in the long term.

By understanding the principles of healthy eating, portion control, and the importance of nutrient density, you can make informed choices that support sustained weight management. Our aim is to help you develop a deeper relationship with food, where you are in control of your choices, leading to lasting change. This isn't about restrictive eating or short-term gains; it's about building a healthy lifestyle that you can maintain easily and indefinitely.

We work with athletes for pre/intra/post competition sports nutrition and for composition change (decrease fat mass, increase lean mass); with people who simply want to lose weight; and with populations who have specific needs (diabetics, neurological issues, metabolic issues/syndromes, hormone imbalance, autoimmune disease, disordered eating, kidney disease, and cardiac issues/disease)

Veronica Castillo is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with over a decade of experience in the health and fitness industries.

Please visit our About page to learn more about her and the entire Athlete Ready team.

Prices depend on frequency and commitment. We understand the initial hesitations one might have—whether it's concerns about cost or being hesitant about commitment—but like so many of our diet & nutrition clients have attested, they've gotten exceptional value and are glad they joined.

Please call us today to find out about our current rates.

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   Fernando Salinas 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We’ve had an outstanding experience working with Athlete Ready over the years. They have played a major role in helping our program develop stronger, faster, and more resilient athletes, with a strong emphasis on injury prevention. Their approach is innovative, structured, and incredibly motivating for our players. This past year, after finishing 4–6 for three consecutive seasons, we partnered closely with them to build a more intentional strength and conditioning program. The results spoke for themselves, we improved to 7–3 and made a run to the semifinals. Athlete Ready has been a huge part of our success, and their commitment to developing athletes both physically and mentally sets them apart. I highly recommend them to any program looking to take the next step.
  
 
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   Larry M 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. In 2023 I was referred to Veronica Castillo for nutrition help. I thought that would simply be her telling me what to eat. We had a call every week. Veronica quickly taught me there is much more to nutrition than cutting calories. I have struggled with my weight since I was a kid, which lead to be being a diabetic in adult life. Veronica didn’t just hand out a meal plan. She asked me lots of questions like what foods do you like, what foods do you dislike, what do you struggle with when it comes to food, what stressors trigger eating? She asked about my work and home life and how those affected my eating. Once she had the information, then we started working on different simple things such as increasing protein and eating whole food which is most of what you hear. Simple, right? Of course, it was easier said than done. I had to overcome myself sabotaging myself. Veronica patiently kept asking me questions which forced me to do some serious self-evaluations for what I was doing to hurt my progress. Fast forward to November 2025. Just before Thanksgiving she issued a challenge-don’t let the “holiday season” sabotage me so I would not have to start again in January. I accepted the challenge. In addition, I decided to cut sodas and sugary coffee drinks from my life which was a huge change. I did super good eating well in November and December. January rolled around and I lost exactly 0.1 pound! Instead of getting discouraged, I listened to Veronica. She suggested a food sensitivity test to see what foods were causing inflammation leading to the lack of weight loss. I had my blood drawn and found out I had sensitivity to peanuts, cashews, and dairy with a slight sensitivity to beef. Although it was hard, I trusted what I was taught and I gave up those things which I loved to help myself. Veronica said it would take about three months for the inflammation to go down. Last week I had another In Body scan done and I have lost 10 pounds since late January! I could not have made these life-changing decisions without the education, phycology and encouragement Veronica gave me. She does not like to take credit for the changes I have made, but she deserves it. For anyone struggling with their weight and all the problems that come with it, I highly recommend working with Veronica. It will not be easy, but you can accomplish it with the education she offers, her questions which lead to your self-evaluation to find the reasons for making excuses so you can overcome them. Most importantly, have patience which I learned through trusting in what Veronica taught me. I know I still have a way to go to get where I need to be before hitting maintenance weight, but I now have the skills, confidence in myself, and the support and encouragement provided by Veronica. Because she is humble, I know she won’t like me saying it, but I truly believe she saved my life. By the way, she’s also an Athletic Performance Coach! More on that to follow.
  
 
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   Kevin Fulton 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The whole Athlete Ready squad provides great training and are very knowledgeable!
  
 
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   Gretchen Gonzales 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My daughter started playing soccer later than average.  She was picked by a high level class b team because she was coachable.  We knew she needed extra training to catch up.  We trusted Jared and Athlete Ready to give her the proper intense training she needed.  Fast forward, and next we knew, she was offered a college scholarship and played four years of college soccer.  The individual attention and encouragement my daughter received definitely helped her earn a college athletic scholarship.  We are forever grateful for Athlete Ready!
  
 
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   Russel White 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. If I could give this place 100 stars I would! Ive been going to Athlete Ready since 2016. As a professional athlete this place has been a complete game changer for me. Not only have they helped me get stronger for my sport (Jiu-Jitsu) but they have also helped me heal any injuries that I have had through fighting and build my stress management capacity. This place is more than a "gym" it is a place that will teach you how to manage your stress that we all accumulate through day to day life. The coaches here are all around fantastic, not only are they highly skilled and professional but they are also truly invested in your success as an athlete and an individual! They will hold you accountable all while cheering you on and supporting you every step of the way. The community is welcoming, strong, uplifting, family friendly, positive, and motivating. It doesn't matter if you're completely new to exercise or if you're a pro, this place will help you countless ways. The facility is always clean, and the equipment is always in working order which is different from most other workout places or gyms. No matter what your goal is for coming, I highly recommend Athlete Ready. Among many other things, one thing I love is that they have an actual tried and true structure and path for progress. They aren't just giving you random exercises to make you feel "tired". They have a mapped out plan in place that is scientifically based, well thought through, easy to follow, fun and effective. Thank you Athlete Ready team for being a key figure in helping me win a black belt world championship in jiu jitsu in 2017 and for being a part of my success ever since then. You all are the best.
  
 
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   Stephen Neff 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have grown up with the owner of Athlete Ready. Not only was he one of the best athletes I grew up with in one of Albuquerques most athletic generations, but he has built a company that is fully dedicated to helping athletes become their best selves as humans and athletes. I have also gotten to know the dietitian at the clinic who helped me learn to eat and change my relationship with food. She took the time to understand my struggles and my chronic health issues and she helped me build a plan to help me be the healthiest self I could be. She is a pure badass and she makes eating a lifestyle and helps you enjoy food. Going to Athlete Ready is an investment well worth it.
  
 
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   Jordan Espinosa 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. "I trained with Athlete Ready for 5 years, and the performance gains I made in that time were undeniable. Beyond the results, the entire coaching staff are genuinely quality, high-integrity people. Can't recommend them enough!"
  
 
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   Tyler Martinez 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Athlete ready has played a massive role in my collegiate career. Coach Roman, Coach Jared, and Coach Rob are all fantastic coaches with great experience and will push you to new heights. Very detailed in their work and can get you prepared for anything.
  
 
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   Nicole Algarra 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Would highly recommend for individuals who want to enhance not only their athletic abilities, but also build confidence. Huge thanks to the AR family who helped my daughter excel at beach volleyball at the collegiate level for the last 4 years. You all are amazing!
  
 
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   Amanda Salazar 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I've had an amazing experience with AR over the past several years as they’ve trained my 15-year-old son, Jaden. He plays football, basketball, and runs track, and the difference in his strength, speed, and overall confidence has been incredible. The coaches do a great job of tailoring workouts that translate directly to his performance across all three sports. I’ve seen real improvements in his explosiveness on the field, agility on the court, and endurance on the track. More importantly, they’ve helped him build discipline, work ethic, and confidence that goes beyond sports. The environment is positive, motivating, and supportive, and it’s clear the coaches genuinely care about each athlete’s growth and success. I’m so grateful for everything they’ve done for my son and highly recommend Athlete Ready to any parent looking to invest in their athlete’s development!