Dorette Franks

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About Dorette Franks

Dorette is a credentialed Registered Dietitian Nutritionist specializing in Sports Nutrition, nutrition for behavioral health, weight management, and women's health. She holds a Master of Science in Nutrition and Human Performance from Logan University and graduated with academic honors. She completed a Graduate Certificate in Dietetic Internship from Iowa State University and a Bachelor of Science in Dietetics from San Francisco State University. She is preparing to sit for the Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD) exam. She holds a Certificate of Training in Adult Weight Management from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and works in both clinical sports nutrition and mental health. Dorette has dedicated herself to the sport of triathlon since She is a 6x Ironman finisher, placing 1st in division and second overall female at the Vineman Triathlon, 3x Boston Marathon qualifier, and racer, 1x Ultraman finisher placing 1st in and 3rd overall female and continues to place with podium finishes. She has raced for Team Betty (Betty Squad) since 2014. Dorette began coaching partnership with TRIFINITI Endurance in 2004. She is a Certified Level 1 USA Triathlon, Certified Level 1 USA Track & Field, and Road Runners Club of America (RRCA) Coach. Head Coach for the Nike Women’s Marathon in 2004 and 2005, Dorette continues to lead and inspire groups and individuals. She served as head coach for the Golden Gate Triathlon Club’s “Women for Tri” training program and track coach from 2007 to 2017. Numerous runners and triathletes have successfully completed, PR-ed (personal record), and qualified for the Boston Marathon under her coaching expertise. Her athletes have completed a variety of races, including Ironman and Ironman 70.3 events, Wildflower triathlons, the Escape from Alcatraz, the San Francisco Half & Full Marathon, The Northface Endurance events, and many many others. Her training plans and nutrition tips have been published by Triathlete, Shape, Runner’s World, and Women’s Health Magazines. She has also written on behalf of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Sports Cardiovascular Health and Wellness Nutrition (SCAN) blog and newsletter, and Mio Global.