Staff Nutritionist's Bio
Heather Nakamura is a registered dietitian with Master's degrees in both Nutrition and Exercise Physiology. She has extensive experience developing health and wellness programs for corporations including The Boeing company, Valley Medical Center, Travelers Insurance company, Overlake Medical Center, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, and the Seattle Club.
Heather maintains a private practice in sports nutrition and preventive health, where she works with clients to develop lifestyle programs designed to help them reach their nutrition, exercise and long-term health goals. She also works with many local companies and restaurants to develop healthier menu options.
Owner of Winning Nutrition in Bellevue, Heather is a sought after public speaker who has been a regular guest on KPLZ radio and KIRO's morning show, 7-LIVE. She is a regular columnist for Northwest runner magazine and frequent contributor to national health and fitness publications.
Heather enjoys spending most of her free time outdoors, skiing, hiking, cycling, climbing, sea kayaking and anything that involves the water or the mountains. She is a certified Nordic ski instructor and is active in coaching and teaching various sports including Special Olympics Nordic skiing, mountaineering and triathlon.
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