Nutrition Practitioners
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Heidi Brackebusch, RDN
Heidi is a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) and former wildland firefighter. She is passionate about helping athletes learn how to dial in their fuel for arduous jobs and backcountry adventures, but also navigate day-to-day life and promote longevity.
Her years working as a wildland firefighter and interest in food and nutrition led her to pursue degrees in food science (B.S) and dietetics (M.S) at the University of Idaho. Throughout this time she worked as a fireline researcher, studying personnel health, physical performance, nutrition, hydration, and environmental exposures. Her education in food and nutrition coupled with seasons on the fireline has given her hands-on experience training and fueling for fire season prep, performance, and recovery.
She feels inspired to serve a population she considers her "people", striving to clear up misinformation and help fill the void of resources available to a unique group of tactical athletes. Heidi also works as a private practice dietitian with @v2pnutrition, helping people from all backgrounds prepare for and perform in the mountains.
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Jessie Thomas
Jessie Thomas is a certified health coach, personal trainer, and Nordic ski instructor based in Missoula, Montana. With a passion for nutrition, fitness, and the outdoors, Jessie combines personal experience as an athlete and adventurer with professional training to help others achieve lifelong wellness. A former smokejumper and dedicated mountain explorer, she understands the deep connection between caring for the body and thriving in nature.
Jessie holds certifications from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition (IIN), the American Council on Exercise (ACE), and PSIA Nordic Ski Instruction. She has also completed advanced courses in functional medicine and women’s health. As a mom, Jessie developed a creative approach to balancing health and fitness with a busy lifestyle, which she now shares with her clients through Sustainable Wellness.
Her mission is to empower individuals with the tools and knowledge to take control of their health and create lasting change. Jessie believes wellness is not just about personal health but also about positively impacting the ecosystems around us.
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Sofia Hudson
Sofia is a former Hotshot, certified strength and conditioning coach, nutrition coach, and personal trainer (NASM). She is passionate about helping individuals build physical durability to meet the demands of their job, sport, or lifestyle.
Specializing in strength, conditioning, hypertrophy, endurance, performance nutrition, body composition, and mindset, Sofia’s approach focuses on what the body can achieve rather than its appearance. She aims to shift the collective perspective toward function and performance.
Sofia designs customized, science-based training programs tailored to each individual. She emphasizes sustainable nutrition strategies while providing accountability and support on multiple levels. Her coaching is ideal for those committed to learning, growing, and fully utilizing her expertise to reach their goals.