​​Kayla Bensen, RD, LD, is a Registered Dietitian based in Northern California. She graduated from The University of Alabama with a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality, Meetings, and Events. Kayla began working as an event planner for three years before pivoting careers and pursuing her true passion, nutrition. Kayla would return to her alma mater to obtain her Bachelor of Science in Food and Nutrition before embarking on an entrepreneurship-focused dietetic internship. With a mind and passion for project management, business, and marketing, Kayla began working for Amy as an intern before later joining her team. Kayla enjoys staying active, from running to skiing; she also loves being in the kitchen, where she can enjoy time with her family, friends, and puppy, Mogli.

Addie Quinn, RDN, LD is a registered dietitian in Boca Raton, Florida and received her Bachelor of Science in Dietetics from The University of Arkansas. She has had experience working with the sports nutrition team for the Philadelphia Eagles and the University of Oklahoma athletic department. After completing a fellowship program at the University of Maryland, Addie was recruited as the Director of Football Performance Nutrition at Florida Atlantic University. Addie has experience creating nutrition protocols, recipes, travel meals, nutrition education, and managing the day-to-day nutrition needs of college athletes.

Emily Holden, MS, RDN, LDN is a registered dietitian in Colorado Springs, CO. She holds dual Bachelor’s degrees in Exercise Science and Nutrition, coupled with a combined Dietetic Internship and Master’s in Sports and Exercise Nutrition. She specializes in tailoring dietary strategies to foster athletic excellence and overall health. Her foundational training in nutrition was significantly enriched with practical experience whereby she assisted collegiate gymnasts, artistic swimmers, and stunt athletes in reaching their performance goals through nutritional strategies. As a practicing Registered Dietitian, Emily is dedicated to consulting with clients to achieve their health and nutritional goals, leveraging a deep understanding of how diet influences physical performance, recovery, and overall well being. Her passion for education and my background as a CrossFit coach and athlete, group fitness instructor and personal trainer allow her to offer holistic, science-based guidance that promotes optimal health and peak athletic performance.

Katlin Stanley, MS, RDN, LD is a registered dietitian in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.  She has received her Bachelor of Science in Dietetics from Texas Woman’s University and Master of Science in Nutrition from Lamar University. Katlin has a passion for sports nutrition, gut health, and hormone health with the approach of whole foods first and creating sustainable habits. She has experience working with a variety of athletes, as well as the general population to improve overall health and wellness. Katlin loves creating and sharing nutritious recipes to show eating healthy can be fun and delicious!

Lauren Thomas is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics based in Washington, DC. Lauren has over a decade worth of experience in the world of sports nutrition, providing comprehensive nutrition therapy and individualized dietary planning to enhance optimal performance for athletes. Lauren has been working as a Tactical Performance Dietitian within the Special Operations community as part of a greater integrated Human Performance team since 2017. Prior to her time in Washington DC, she worked as a Sports Dietitian for University of Georgia Athletics, and as an NYC based Sports Nutrition Consultant supporting athletes of all ages and levels. Lauren received her Master of Science in Nutrition Education from Teachers College, Columbia University and her undergraduate degree in psychology and education from Bucknell University. A lifelong athlete, Lauren grew up as a competitive gymnast, competed as a Division 1 Springboard Diver, and is currently an avid distance runner and triathlete. Lauren is The Sports Nutrition Playbook Marathon Program Coach and works with endurance athletes of all levels to maximize training and recovery.

Paige Wilson, MPH, RDN, LD is a registered dietitian based in Texas. She received her Bachelor of Science in Dietetics from the University of Georgia (2017-2021), where she had also spent four years working extensively with their football team. 

She attended UTHealth in Houston to obtain her Master of Public Health and complete her dietetic internship (2021-2023). As a dietetic intern, Paige spent time working with student-athletes at Rice University. 

After graduating with her MPH and obtaining her registered dietitian credential, Paige practiced medical nutrition therapy as a clinical dietitian at UT Southwestern Medical Center fine-tuning her clinical skills to bring them into a sports atmosphere.

Petra Rack, MS, RD, CSSD, LDN is a dedicated Performance Dietitian who joined Northwestern Athletics through Levy Restaurants in June 2021. She spent six years in the Lone Star State, earning her Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics (2018) and her Master's degree in Kinesiology (2020) from Texas Christian University.

As a graduate student, Petra served as the Research Dietitian for TCU's Kinesiology department. She also interned with the United States Olympic Committee-Combat & Acrobat Sports, TCU Athletics, and The Packers Football Organization.

Petra is a Registered and Licensed Dietitian (RD, LD) and Board-Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD). She is a member of the Collegiate and Professional Sports Dietitians Association (CPSDA) and serves as a dietetic internship preceptor, mentoring and providing practical training to aspiring RDs.

A firm believer in the power of positive nutrition, Petra's goal is to influence behavior change and raise awareness of the impact of healthy eating habits.