Isabelle Smith

Isabelle is an experienced and passionate APD and Sports Dietitian who is committed to helping athletes translate their hard work into tangible results through practical, evidence-based nutrition strategies. She strongly believes in the power of food to not only enhance performance but also to support long-term health and wellbeing. With a warm and approachable style, Isabelle creates a supportive space for individuals to build a balanced, sustainable relationship with food and their bodies.

She holds a Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics (Honours) and has completed the Sports Dietitians Australia (SDA) accreditation. Her career spans a wide range of populations, from clinical clients to recreational and professional athletes. Alongside her work at SSMC, she provides performance nutrition support to HMAS trainees within the Australian Defence Force and works with the Sydney Roosters NRL team. In addition to her clinical and performance work, Isabelle is also a casual lecturer at the University of Newcastle, where she supports emerging dietitians.

Her key areas of interest include low energy availability (LEA), relative energy deficiency in sport (RED-S), disordered eating and eating disorders, as well as bone stress injuries and injury prevention. Whether you are navigating a demanding training load, recovering from injury, or aiming to fuel more effectively, Isabelle brings a compassionate, patient-centred approach to help you feel and perform at your best.