Danielle Rancourt, RD

But first, Pivot.

Health EN ↓ 96 episodes

I’m Dani Rancourt, registered dietitian, certified sports dietitian, and founder of Pivot Nutrition Coaching. In But First, Pivot, we cut through diet culture and break down what actually works for sustainable fat loss, better nutrition, and a healthier relationship with food. You’ll hear real client success stories, practical nutrition strategies, and honest conversations about mindset, metabolism, and long-term weight maintenance. If you’re tired of starting over every Monday and want a realistic approach to nutrition that actually fits your life — this podcast is for you.

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Danielle Rancourt, RD

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Health

Latest episode

Jul 11, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 20: Macros 101 30.01.2023

In this episode, I answer your macro questions: What does macros mean? Do I need to eat carbs? How much protein should I eat? Should I track macros? Please noe that as of this episode, new episodes will be released every other Monday Host: Danielle (Dani) Rancourt is a registered dietitian, certified sports dietitian and CEO of Pivot Nutrition Coaching. Instagram: @dani_the_rd Website: pivotnutrit...

Episode 19: Feeling better at 64 than at 50! Ann Bailey's success story 14.01.2023

In less than 1 year, Pivot Nutrition Coaching client Ann lost over 40 lbs and feels 15 years younger. Best part is, she never tracked a calorie or felt like she was on a diet! How did she do it? Tune in and find out the simple habits that made a big difference! Host: Danielle (Dani) Rancourt is a registered dietitian, certified sports dietitian and CEO of Pivot Nutrition Coaching. Instagram: @dani...

Episode 18: Why most New Year's resolutions fail and 10 unsexy basics to focus on in 2023 08.01.2023

New Year's resolutions and fad diets have awful success rates. Instead of setting yourself up for failure in 2023, focus on doing the simple things consistently. In this episode, I go over 5 common reasons New Year's resolutions fail and 10 simple things to do instead of a quick fix or the latest trend! Host: Danielle (Dani) Rancourt is a registered dietitian, certified sports dietitian and the CE...

Episode 17: 10 tips to avoid a holiday food coma 24.12.2022

Between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day, there's often more food than we can handle, making it challenging to eat mindfully. In this episode, I discuss ways you can enjoy your favorite holiday foods without feeling guilty or uncomfortably full. Host: Danielle (Dani) Rancourt is a registered dietitian, certified sports dietitian and the CEO of Pivot Nutrition Coaching. Instagram: @dani_the_rd Webs...

Episode 16: How to politely say "no" to food pushers and respond to awkward questions during the holidays 18.12.2022

"Why aren't you drinking?" "Are you on a diet or something?" "When are you going to have kids?" For many, the holidays can be stressful because they know what's coming: uncomfortable situations and awkward conversations. If you have a hard time saying "no" to food pushers, drink pushers or dealing with friends & family that ask inappropriate questions, my hope is that this episode helps you fe...

Episode 15: Reducing cravings with Dr. Korina St. John 10.12.2022

Are your cravings out of control? In this episode, Dr. K and I discuss different ways to reduce cravings, which many of our patients and clients struggle with for months to years until they seek out expert care and support. **Guest: Dr. Korina St. John * * Dr. K is a Doctor of Acupuncture & East Asian Medecine with a passion of spreading hope and healing. Dr. K travels beyond conventional medi...

Episode 14: 4 most common fueling mistakes seen in endurance athletes with performance dietitian Alex Larson 03.12.2022

In this episode, Alex and I discuss common fueling mistakes made by endurance athletes as well as active individuals. Tune in to find out what's missing in your fueling strategy! Guest: Alex Larson Alex is a registered dietitian and performance dietitian that specializes in helping endurance athletes feel and perform at their best. Visit her website: https://alexlarsonnutrition.com/ Host: Danielle...

Episode 13: "Why did the scale go up?!" 27.11.2022

Most of us have experienced the scale going up, even when we're doing all the things right. WHY does this happen? It's so frustrating! Tune in and find out the 3 main reasons why the scale might go up, especially after the holidays or eating out. Host: Danielle (Dani) Rancourt is a registered dietitian, certified sports dietitian and the CEO of Pivot Nutrition Coaching. Instagram: @dani_the_rd Web...

Episode 12: 5 essentials for a healthy pregnancy with fertility dietitian Anna Bohnengel 18.11.2022

In this episode, Anna and I discuss 5 things to help women (and couples) achieve a healthy pregnancy. Even if you're not trying to get pregnant, this episode is packed with nutrition education! Anna Bohnengel Anna Bohnengel, MS, RDN, LD is a registered dietitian helping women take control of their fertility. Anna's Website Get Anna's prenatal guide here ! Host: Danielle (Dani) Rancourt is a regist...

Episode 11: Ask the dietitian: Q & A with high school students 12.11.2022

Local high school students submitted over 30 questions such as what to eat for breakfast, how to gain weight, what foods to avoid, what to eat after workouts, and more. Just for fun, I share a silly question at the end. Host: Danielle (Dani) Rancourt is a registered dietitian, certified sports dietitian and the CEO of Pivot Nutrition Coaching. Instagram: @dani_the_rd Website: pivotnutritioncoachin...

Episode 10: Healthy snacking simplified 06.11.2022

Let's not make healthy snacking any more complicated than it needs to be. Simply pair these 2 nutrients and you've got a balanced snack that will keep you fuller longer and support your health goals! Host: Danielle (Dani) Rancourt is a registered dietitian, certified sports dietitian and the CEO of Pivot Nutrition Coaching. Instagram: @dani_the_rd Website: pivotnutritioncoaching.com Free Facebook...

Episode 9: Instead of saying "I failed", say this instead... 29.10.2022

People are so hard on themselves. One of my favorite parts of coaching is helping people remove guilt and shame from their journeys so they can continue to move towards their outcome goal. In this episode I share the saying I use to help my clients move from a failure mindset to a growth mindset. Host: Danielle (Dani) Rancourt is a registered dietitian, certified sports dietitian and the CEO of Pi...

Episode 8: 4 things our most successful clients have in common 23.10.2022

Over the last year and a half coaching and overseeing over 100 clients, I've noticed that the most successful people in our nutrition coaching program have 4 things in common. In this episode, my dedicated client Katie Edwards and I discuss these commonalities as well as her keys to success so far. Katie Edwards Katie's progress photos (before and after her reverse diet) and testimonial. Host: Dan...

Episode 7: Cathy's story: Managing menopause and weight gain 14.10.2022

When Cathy reached out for nutrition coaching in June 2021, she was working out all the time but still gaining weight and had just found out that she was in full menopause! In this episode, Cathy shares how nutrition coaching changed her life and how it helped her feel strong, confident, healthy and happy. Cathy Lajesse Cathy's progress photos and testimonial Host: Danielle (Dani) Rancourt is a re...

Episode 6: 5 ways to create more time for yourself 07.10.2022

Everyone is busy. We understand that. In this episode, Kathryn Vigness and I share our tips on MAKING TIME so you can achieve your goals and have more time doing things that matter most, like spending quality time with family...and dogs. Kathryn Vigness Kathryn Vigness is a speaker, author, life coach, yogi, and boy mom. Website: http://www.kathrynvigness.com/ Host: Danielle (Dani) Rancourt is a r...

Episode 5: Ask the Dietitian: Performance Nutrition Q & A 01.10.2022

In this Ask the Dietitian episode, my colleague Paige Prestigiacomo and I answer 7 performance nutrition questions submitted by athletes and active adults, from what to eat before 6am practice to selecting safe supplements. Paige Prestigiacomo Paige is a former Division I athlete, registered dietitian and performance dietitian at Pivot Nutrition Coaching. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paige...

Episode 4: Interview with Gold Medalist Jocelyne Lamoureux Davidson 23.09.2022

In this episode, I am honored to inteview my good friend, 6X World Champion and 3X Olympian Jocelyne Lamoureux Davidson. We discuss nutrition, performance, balancing mom life and striving to always be 1% better. Jocelyne Lamoureux Davidson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jocelyneusa17/?hl=en Website: Lamoureux Twins Host: Danielle (Dani) Rancourt is a registered dietitian, certified sports di...

Episode 3: 5 healthy habits you can do daily 16.09.2022

Nutrition doesn't have to be complicated. Implement these 5 healthy habits and you'll notice positive change in your health and how you feel. In this Episode True Lemon Water Enhancers Host: Danielle (Dani) Rancourt is a registered dietitian, certified sports dietitian and the CEO of Pivot Nutrition Coaching. Instagram: @dani_the_rd Website: pivotnutritioncoaching.com Free Facebook Community: Pivo...

Episode 2: "Is there a difference between weight loss and fat loss? 09.09.2022

As a dietitian coach, it's essential for me to ask people what their goals are so I can determine A. If I can help them and B. How I'm going to do so. More often than not, propsective clients list "weight loss" as one of their top goals, amonst having more energy and simply feeling better. When I dig a little deeper by asking "What does success look like to you?" and "Can you paint me a picture of...

Episode 1: Pivoting away from crash diets - Elisha’s story 02.09.2022

From the Mrs. International Stage, Elisha Pillow-Daugherty shares her story about pivoting away from a limiting mindset around food and exercise in the pageant world to fueling her body and feeling strong, healthy and confident competing. Elisha: elishapillowdaugherty.com Elisha's platform: Hope Found Host: Danielle (Dani) Rancourt is a registered dietitian, certified sports dietitian and the CEO...

Episode 0: But First Pivot! Coming Soon! 26.08.2022

From the Mrs. International Stage, Elisha Pillow-Daugherty shares her story about pivoting away from a limiting mindset around food and exercise in the pageant world to fueling her body and feeling strong, healthy and confident competing. Elisha: elishapillowdaugherty.com Elisha's platform: Hope Found Elisha's dietitian coach, Sam: https://www.instagram.com/samanthaferguson__rd/?hl=en Host: Daniel...

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