Meet The Team
Mary Ellen Kelly
MS RD CSSD LDN
EDUCATION:
New York University: MS Clinical Nutrition
Boston University: BS Dietetics
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PREVIOUS EMPLOYERS:
Miami Dolphins
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
St. John's University (NY)
James J. Peters VA Medical Center
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CURRENT or FORMER CLIENTS:
Boston Red Sox
New York Liberty
Baylor University
Bloomsburg University
Boston College
Boston University
Golf, Mind & Body
LaSalle University
New York Liberty
University of Delaware
USA Lacrosse
Meet Mary Ellen...
Welcome to Fuel Forward! I'm so glad you're here. When I think about what drove me to be a sports dietitian, I always say that sports and food were our love languages growing up in my house! All of my favorite memories involve food and sports.
As a Registered Dietitian and Board-Certified Sports Nutritionist, I have spent 20 years helping athletes and active individuals learn to fuel their bodies to reach their goals. Also, as a mom, a marathon runner, and a former Division 1 collegiate track and field student-athlete, I have personal experience applying evidence-based fueling strategies in simple and practical ways.
My career has allowed me to blend the science of nutrition with my love for food. I have gained a deep appreciation for the psychology behind each individual’s relationship with food. Everyone comes to the table with a lifetime of experiences that shape that relationship. As a sports dietitian, I am a translator of nutrition science into user-friendly terms, a listener, a critical thinker, a problem solver, an educator, and of course a foodie!
Whether you are looking for individual nutrition coaching for yourself or your family member or you are in search of team/organization performance nutrition consultation services, you have come to the right place. We are looking forward to learning all about you and your goals!
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Kristin Pirigyi
MS RD CSSD
EDUCATION:
North Carolina Central University: MS Dietetics
North Carolina Central University: BS Foods and Nutrition
Rowan University: BS Chemical Engineering
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PREVIOUS EMPLOYERS:
Duke Regional Hospital
EXOS @ Raleigh Orthopaedic
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
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CURRENT or FORMER CLIENTS:
Carolina Hurricanes
USA Baseball
Raleigh Orthopaedic
Meet Kristin...
Hi there! We are glad you are here. Just over ten years ago, I left my job as a Chemical Engineer to pursue a career in nutrition. As a Registered Dietitian, I have had the opportunity to work with clients in many different settings, from acute care to professional athletes. I have helped clients learn to fuel their bodies for optimal performance and achieve their goals through collaboration. Eating is a personal experience, and a successful plan considers your unique tastes, cultural preferences, and dietary restrictions. While I find nutrition fascinating, I also realize that it can be confusing. We are bombarded with information regarding food and its relation to health and wellness. As a dietitian, I am here to help you sift through that information and identify evidence-based strategies that are practical and beneficial for you.
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Kailah Murphy
MS RD CSSD
EDUCATION:
Boston University: MS Clinical Nutrition
Boston University: BS Dietetics
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CURRENT EMPLOYER:
MEDgevity
PREVIOUS EMPLOYERS:
Boston College Football
University of Virginia​
Walden GOALS Program​
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Together, we will identify your "why" and create strategies to attain your goals and LEVEL UP!
A quote that has really stuck with me is, "consider tomorrow." Let's do something today that will positively impact tomorrow's performance.
Meet Kailah...
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Hello! Welcome to Fuel Forward!
As a young athlete, I fell in love with nutrition when I discovered fueling myself with my favorite foods could be fun AND improve my game! As I followed this passion, I found my "why" was devoting my career to helping professional and recreational athletes of all ages do the same.
Amanda Feldman
MS RD
Meet Amanda...
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Hi there! Welcome to Fuel Forward!
I gained a newfound appreciation for nutrition when I ran my first marathon more than 5 years ago. Experiencing how nutrient adequacy and timing impacted both my performance and recovery excited me and served as a catalyst for my decision to leave my job in healthcare analytics to pursue a career in Nutrition. As a Registered Dietitian, my main goal is to help you see food as fuel and figure out what works best for you based on your goals, individual needs and preferences.
EDUCATION:
Boston University: MS Clinical Nutrition
Boston University: BA Biology
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EXPERIENCE:
Boston Fleet - Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL)
Boston College
Florida State University
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