Chrissy Barth MS RDN RYT
“My sports nutrition philosophy: the key to better athletic performance starts with optimizing and empowering our bodies. I’ve dedicated my life to helping others understand how food and movement can work together for a positive, powerful change.”
The E.P.I.C. Approach
I didn’t choose the name “EPIC Biology” lightly. In fact, I developed it based off of my four core principles, which I apply throughout my functional nutrition practice.
E
Energy
So much of our performance as athletes simply starts with our energy levels. When we feel energized, we naturally perform (and feel) better. Functional sports nutrition focuses heavily on increasing and maintaining both our physical and mental energy.
P
Precision
Precision nutrition revolves around assessing one’s microbiome and metabolic responses to specific foods and eating patterns. It falls under the umbrella of functional sports nutrition, and it’s something that every Epic Biology athlete learns about from the get-go.
I
In-Balance
I’ll be the first to admit it: athletes are often the people who struggle the most with balance, both physically and mentally. That’s why one of my biggest priorities is helping people understand how to balance everything from their daily nutrition to their sleeping schedules.
C
Clarity
There’s a great deal of misinformation out there when it comes to “fueling” our bodies for better performance. I want to cut through all of the noise to provide people with clear, actionable guidance to become better, healthier athletes.
Meet Chrissy Barth
Hi, I’m Chrissy, an Integrative and Functional Sports Dietitian Nutritionist who is passionate about teaching others. As an athlete myself, I believe nutrition plays a crucial role in our health and performance – one that is often overlooked or misunderstood in today’s society.
I always felt I was destined to be a dietitian and educator, especially after dealing with my own history of dieting and struggles as a competitive athlete. I moved to Arizona, attended Arizona State University, and graduated with my B.S. and M.S. in Human Nutrition (Dietetics).
Today, I serve a wide range of athletes, offering personalized, holistic, and intuitive approaches to maintaining a high-performance lifestyle. Epic Biology is my nutrition coaching and consulting practice, and I’ve been thrilled to work with so many individuals across different age ranges.
I am also an Assistant Teaching Professor in the College of Health Solutions at Arizona State University where I teach nutrition and entrepreneurship. Over the years, I’ve had the incredible opportunity to mentor many aspiring future nutritionists and dietitians, as well as to speak at academic and public events.
Education
M.S. Human Nutrition, Arizona State University, (2012)
B.S. Human Nutrition, Arizona State University (2002)
Eating Disorders in Sport with Fiona Sutherland, The Mindful Dietitian
GI Dietitian’s Roadmap with Alicia Galvin and Erin Skinner
Certificate in Integrative and Functional Nutrition through the Integrative and Functional Nutrition Academy
IFM Certified Practitioner from the Institute of Functional Medicine (in progress)
Nutrition Counseling for Eating Disorders with Marci Evans
Body Image Training: The Missing Piece of Whole-Body Healing with Marci Evans and Fiona Sutherland
Digestive Disorders and Eating Disorders: A Complicated Mix with Marci Evans
The Nutritious Life Certified Levels 1 and 2 with Keri Glassman
Certificate in Reversing Cognitive Decline Advanced Clinical Training by the Institute of Functional Medicine
Memberships
Arizona Functional Nutritionists (Founder)
Institute of Functional Medicine
Integrative and Functional Nutrition Academy
National Speakers Association
Dietitians in Integrative and Functional Medicine
Arizona Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
Nutrition Entrepreneurs Dietetic Practice Group
Central Arizona Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
Collegiate and Professional Sports Dietitians Association
Sports and Human Performance Nutrition Dietetic Practice Group
Yoga Alliance
Honors
SUN Award at ASU (2016 and 2021)
Voyage Phoenix’s Magazine Inspiring Stories (2020)
Arizona’s Recognized Young Dietitian of the Year (2007)
Who’s Who of Executives and Professionals, Dietetics Honor’s Ed (2007)
Credentials
Registered Dietitian
Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner (in progress)
Pilates Certified (in progress)
Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT)
Speakers Academy Graduate of the National Speakers Association
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One of my biggest passions is speaking on the topics of functional sports nutrition, optimizing the body with nutrition, and general athlete health. I’ve worked with a range of professional athletes and I’m happy to share my experience and expertise at schools, sports facilities, healthcare centers, and more. Check out my media list.
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