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This personal training app is geared toward athletes, with coaches specializing in a number of areas, including nutrition, weight loss, sports psychology, metabolic syndrome, strength training, and more. At signup, you’ll be prompted through an intake survey in which you’ll outline your goals, experience levels, and more detail about where you’re at in your fitness and nutrition journey and what you are looking to gain from the program. From there, you’ll be paired with a certified coach.

Your coach will develop a personalized plan for you, which can include workouts, nutrition guides, and more. You’ll meet with your coach via FaceTime, and have access to the brand’s app to track your progress.

OnPoint Nutrition offers a solid variety of virtual nutrition coaching programs for varying levels and goals. Their team is almost entirely made up of registered dietitians, and their programs run via a handy app that includes recipe guides, food logging journal, educational resources, and direct messaging with your coach. We also appreciate that their programs are available nationwide and that they are in network with several major insurance companies (although coverage varies by state).

After taking a quick quiz about your lifestyle and nutrition goals on the brand’s website, you’ll see a set of proposed individual or group coaching plans to find the right fit for you (even better, you can also sign up for a free consultation call before making a decision). OnPoint’s “Essentials” program is a 20-week course that helps establish a foundational relationship with healthy eating and addresses food sensitivities and allergies. If 20 weeks is too much of a commitment, they also offer a 10-week trial program. And, if you’d rather work with others, the group coaching program kicks off with a 25 minute one-on-one session, then leads into five bi-weekly group sessions. However, if your schedule only allows for weekend or evening coaching, this may not be the best fit for you.

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Culina Health takes a whole-body approach to nutrition, making this a great pick for anyone who wants to improve their health holistically. Their team of over 30 registered dietitians will help you improve your eating habits and conquer the mental and behavioral challenges that come with making major lifestyle changes. Plus, the team is experienced in a wide range of conditions and dietary needs, so you and your coach will develop a plan that’s completely personalized to you.

After a free 15 minute consultation, you’ll set up a 60-minute goal-setting session with your coach. From there, you can choose to meet weekly or bi-weekly (Culina recommends a minimum of three months of coaching to generate lasting change). Between sessions the brand’s app and safe messaging system make it easy to chat with your coach, and access your coaching notes and goals.

Unfortunately, pricing isn’t available on the website, so you’ll need to contact Culina for a quote if you’ll be paying out of pocket.

Tepper Nutrition’s approach focuses on intuitive eating and Health at Every Size (HAES), which encourages creating a healthy long-term relationship with food versus short-term restrictions. White it’s certainly a great fit for folks looking to learn about nutrition in general, the Tepper team of registered dietitians also has widespread experience in a variety of specific conditions, such as PCOS, diabetes, eating disorders, gut health issues, and high cholesterol.

If after a free 15 minute consultation call you decide Tepper is for you, you’ll begin with an hour long session with your registered dietitian to discuss your current eating habits, medical history, and goals. Follow-up sessions are either 50 minutes or a quick 30-minute check-in, and pricing varies by time. And, between sessions you can access your dietitian via email or through Tepper’s patient portal online. Unfortunately Tepper is out of network, but they’ll provide a bill for you to submit to your insurance company for potential coverage. They also offer a sliding scale payment option on a case-by-case basis.

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If your main focus is learning to plan healthy meals, Anderson’s Nutrition offers an affordable and comprehensive program. Their Meal Planning Program includes a one-on-one coaching session with a registered dietitian (where they’ll understand your specific goals and any existing dietary restrictions) and a partner app called EatLove that hosts a roster of recipes and grocery lists tailored to your program. The app also includes a water, exercise, and food tracker that is shared with your dietitian.

Of course, if you prefer to have a more intimate relationship with your online nutrition coach, Anderson’s Nutrition also offers nationwide virtual coaching services starting at $160 per session. They offer a handful of programs tailored to specific health conditions or goals, such as weight loss or recovery from disordered eating. Pricing and programs vary, but they accept insurance (you’ll need to call your insurance to confirm) and will help provide a bill for out-of-network coverage. And, unlike many coaching options, we appreciate that Anderson’s offers evening and weekend sessions to accommodate varying schedules.

Whether your goal is to fuel your marathon training or supplement your strength sessions, Forge Fitness combines functional fitness coaching and nutrition guidance for a totally custom experience that’s tailored to your goals. Suitable for athletes of all levels, their programs provide custom workouts and meal plans, in-app messaging, and one-on-one video sessions directly with your personal coach.

Forge offers three main programs, and the main difference is how often you’ll meet with your coach via Zoom—the lowest tier includes one monthly video coaching, while the highest tier includes weekly video sessions. Whatever tier you choose includes one of four meal plan types written by an RD: Balanced, Gluten-free, Lactose-free, and Vegetarian. However, it’s important to note that while your coach will monitor your progress with the meal plan, you won’t be working directly with the staff dietitian.

Still, for folks working on building nutrition into their fitness goals, working with Forge Fitness’ certified coaches on their easy-to-navigate platform may be a great option. Pricing varies by tier, but is relatively accessible and you can cancel your monthly program membership at any time. You can also schedule a free consultation before deciding whether Forge is the right fit for you.

Owned and operated by Chris and Alexia Tuttle, Tuttle Nutrition specializes in programs that are geared toward folks trying to lose weight or build muscle. They offer a variety of programs, ranging from a general nutrition plan (which aims to supplement your training), to an intensive plan for folks preparing for physique competitions. Each plan includes training recommendations, a customized diet plan from Chris Tuttle (a registered dietitian), and video or phone check-ins with Chris or Alexia.

Tuttle Nutrition is a more specific type of coaching than most other options on our list, as their focus is mostly on how food can support your weight loss or strength gains. Therefore, it’s likely not the best fit for anyone hoping to manage a chronic health condition or learn about their food sensitivities.

If nutrition coaching is just one part of your health journey, you may be looking for a more integrative platform. Amwell is a virtual healthcare platform where you can book a video visit with a board certified doctor for a wide range of general health conditions. That means if you’re hoping to work with someone on your nutrition goals and see a therapist, psychiatrist, or primary care practitioner, you can do so all on Amwell’s telehealth platform.

All it takes is a quick scroll through Amwell’s roster of registered dietitians to find a provider in your area and book a 30-minute coaching session. You can work on specific goals with your coach, such as weight loss, food allergies, pregnancy nutrition, and more. However, there are no clearly laid out nutrition plans available through Amwell, so your experience will vary depending on the nutritionist you pair with, the frequency you decide to see them, and the goals you set together.

Sessions cost up to $70, but if you’re in-network, your insurance may cover all or part of that price. Amwell is also a good pick for anyone who is just getting started and isn’t sure they want to commit to a monthly (or longer) program.

Oftentimes eating well can be difficult when there are several mouths to feed. Luckily, Texas-based Lemond Nutrition offers nutrition plans for the entire family. So whether you have a picky eater on your hands or are hoping to improve your household’s relationship with food, Lemond’s family nutrition plan can help get you on track, together.

Lemond’s focus is on weight-neutral outcomes and promises to provide an inclusive, supportive space for you and the ones you love to learn about your nutritional needs. Their Families Custom Package includes individual nutrition assessments for four family members, behavioral guidance to help create healthy habits, and customized goals for your family. Beyond your assessment, you’ll have the ability to message your dietitian through Lemond’s mobile app. They do accept several major insurances, but to make sure you’re eligible for coverage (and for virtual services in your state) it’s best to set up a consultation.