Danielle Rancourt

Specialties

Performance Dietitian

“After seeing how fine-tuning my diet improved my performance as a collegiate hockey athlete, I was inspired to become a dietitian so that I could help other people feel the way I did - strong, confident, energized and happy. I now wake up every day with one goal in mind: helping others achieve the healthiest and happiest versions of themselves."

To schedule an appointment, please email drancourt@altru.org.

Gender:: Female

Education

Formal Education

Master’s Degree in Nutrition and Physical Performance from Saint Louis University in St. Louis, Missouri

Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Vermont in Burlington, Vermont

Certifications

Registered Dietitian
Licensed Dietitian
Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics
Certified Performance Specialist
Certificate of Training in Adult Weight Management

Teaching or Professional Positions

NCAA Division 1 Women’s Ice Hockey at the University of Vermont

Biography

Articles

What to Eat Before and After a Workout to Optimize Performance

Avoiding winter weight gain

Take out Tips for the Whole Family

Near Year: 5 Tips to Lose Weight without Dieting

5 Overrated Foods that get more credit than deserved

Not Running on Empty: Fueling for a great race

Areas of Interest

Weight Management
Sports Nutrition
Strength and Conditioning
Culinary

Philosophy

Healthy eating doesn’t have to be complicated. The key is to find a balance between founds that nourish the body and foods that nourish the soul . Aim to consume mostly whole foods, in appropriate amounts, and treat yourself once in a while. People often ask me “What’s the best diet?” The best diet is the one you can stick to long term, so choose sustainability over quick fixes.

Interests and Hobbies