Makayla Meixner, MS, RDN, CSSD
Hey! I’m Makayla.
A registered dietitian and board certified specialist in sports dietetics (CSSD) based in Colorado. My journey in mountain sports started in Wisconsin, where I learned to ride on a 300-foot vertical “mountain” of Midwest ice. Like many Midwestern riders, I found my home in the terrain park, competing in USASA slopestyle and halfpipe events. That passion for snowboarding brought me to Colorado in 2014, where I’ve combined my expertise in sports nutrition with my love for mountain sports.
Today, I work with recreational and competitive skiers and riders nationwide through individual coaching, team talks, and workshops. My nutrition philosophy is simple: nutrition doesn’t have to be complicated, even for athletes at the highest level. When I’m not working with athletes, you’ll likely find me on the mountain — I still spend as much time on snow as possible.
My Nutrition Philosophy
I specialize in performance nutrition for the mountain community, whether you’re lapping the park, exploring the backcountry, teaching others, or competing at high levels. At the heart of it, I work with anyone who’s passionate about skiing and riding and wants to stay strong on snow for as long as possible. Over the past 7 years, I’ve helped hundreds of winter athletes build nutrition habits that support their mountain lifestyle, on and off the snow.
My approach is to keep it simple because mountain life ain’t easy — you’re likely juggling work, school, family, or all of the above. That’s why I focus on practical solutions that keep you fueled without spending hours in the kitchen.
Credentials & Experience
- Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)
- Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics, Central Michigan University
- Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD)
- AASI Level 1 Certified Snowboard Instructor
- Published contributing author: The Science of Alpine Ski Racing (Chapter: Nutrition)
- Featured speaker for PSIA-AASI, and countless team talks, webinars, and workshops for ski clubs & teams
Yes! Skiers and snowboarders are also skateboarders, surfers, mountain bikers, trail runners, and more! As a Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD), I’m qualified to work with athletes in a wide range of sports. Please reach out to me at makayla@ownitnutrition.com or book a call here to see if we’d be a good fit.
Yes! I have 5 years of experience working with eating disorders, disordered eating, and helping athletes and non-athletes build healthier relationships with food, exercise, and body image. I also have a strong background in mental health and addiction. However, I do have limitations to who I can and cannot work with in this area. Please reach out to me at makayla@ownitnutrition.com or book a time to chat here. If I’m unable to work with you, I will make sure you get referrals to other providers that can help.
I am located in Summit County Colorado, and work with athletes in select states throughout the U.S.
At this time, I do not take insurance. However, I can accept HSA and FSA for payment, and can also provide you with a superbill to submit to your insurance company for potential reimbursement.
At this time, my practice is fully virtual.