Welcome to Lara Schleiger Nutrition

Optimised Nutrition for All Ages

I empower Women and Youth Athletes to unlock their full potential and thrive in health and performance using individualised plans that create sustainable, lasting transformations.

 Whether you’re striving for peak athletic performance, recovering after having a baby, or navigating perimenopause, I’ll provide the tools, support, and personalised advice you need to become the healthiest and fittest version of yourself.

Let’s get started today.

How I can help

Supporting Women

  • Fertility Support

  • Post-natal Depletion

  • Perimenopause Management

  • Fatigue & Energy Restoration

  • Hormonal Balance

  • PCOS/Endometriosis/PMS

  • Menstrual Irregularities

  • Weight Management

  • Managing Iron Levels & Nutrient Deficiencies

  • Digestive & Gut Microbiome Health

Supporting Athletes

  • Optimising Everyday Nutrition

  • Nutrient Timing for Peak Performance

  • Game Day Fuelling

  • Injury Prevention & Recovery Nutrition

  • Building Strength & Muscle Mass

  • Preventing Fatigue & Energy Crashes

  • Hydration for Performance

  • Avoiding Nutrient Deficiencies

  • Balancing School, Training & Energy Demands

  • Nutrition for Hormonal Health in Female Athletes

Nutritionist for young athletes - Lara Schleiger

Hi, I’m Lara, an Accredited Clinical Nutritionist specialising in Women’s Health and Youth Sports Nutrition.

As a former state athlete, personal trainer, and wife of a high performance coach who works with elite athletes, I know what it takes to achieve success on and off the field. 

I offer a specialised approach backed by extensive experience to support youth athletes balance the growth and development challenges of adolescence with their sporting aspirations. 

As a mother I’ve struggled with post-natal depletion, the challenges of perimenopause, and raising young athletes myself, so I know how hard it can be to put yourself first. 

I want you to know that prioritising your health isn’t selfish, it’s essential. When you thrive, so does your family.

I’m passionate about making nutrition simple, practical and tailored to you and your youth athlete. I use an evidence-based, holistic approach to health using real food, lifestyle changes and nutraceuticals to help you achieve your health goals and be on top of your game.

How we can work together:

  • One-on-one, personalised sessions focused on your unique goals—whether it’s recovering post-natally, managing perimenopause, or supporting a youth athlete’s performance with tailored nutrition strategies.

  • Interactive sessions offering practical advice on post-natal recovery, perimenopause management, and youth athlete nutrition to improve health and performance.

  • Accessible, evidence-based tools to help women and youth athletes enhance their nutrition, build healthy habits, and achieve sustainable results.

Supporting women through life's big transitions

You’re a pro at looking after everyone else. But who’s looking after you? Post-natal depletion, perimenopause, stress, exhaustion, juggling work, kids, ageing parents, and that elusive concept called ‘me time’ - it’s enough to make anyone want to crawl into bed and stay there. 

If you’ve ever wondered:

  • Why am I so tired, even after I sleep?

  • Why does my body feel like it’s working against me?

  • Why didn’t anyone tell me about perimenopause?

I’ve been there. That’s why I’m passionate about helping women rebuild their energy, rediscover their vitality, and reclaim their health. I found a way through it, and I can help you do the same. You don’t have to just survive these years, you can thrive in them too.

Fuelling youth athletes for success

Behind every great athlete is a tailored nutrition plan (and probably a mum packing epic snacks). As a mum of representative and state level athletes, I know first-hand how proper nutrition can be the game changer between good and great. Whether your child is chasing a premiership win or aiming to make the state team, I provide personalised nutrition plans to help them thrive both on and off the field.

With my help, your Youth Athlete will learn:

  • How to fuel and hydrate their body for training and competition

  • The importance of recovery nutrition for growth and performance

  • Simple strategies to maintain focus and energy throughout the day

  • Injury prevention through tailored nutrient prescription

  • How to build lean muscle mass to increase strength and power

A formula one car doesn’t run on standard fuel and neither should you!

'Good Nutrition is the foundation of optimal health and performance. Fuel your body well and it will take you further than you ever imagined.'

Why work with me?

I’ve been where you are. I’ve faced post-natal depletion and I’m currently riding the perimenopause rollercoaster whilst juggling the demands of raising competitive athletes. So when I say I understand, I truly mean it. 

What sets me apart:

  • Relatable Expertise

    I bring both clinical knowledge and lived experience to the table.

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Learn & be inspired

Head over to my blog for tips, recipes, and insights designed to help you feel your best. Whether you’re juggling school lunches, training schedules, or hormonal fluctuations, I’ve got you covered. 

Blog and Recipes launching in 2025!

Let’s connect

Got questions? Ready to book your first session? Let’s chat! I’ll make your journey to better health as simple and rewarding as possible.