Nutritionist Workshops 2026

We are very excited to announce that Leslie Bonci, Sports Nutritionist, MPH, LRDN, CSSD, LDN and owner of Active Eating Advice, will be leading workshops for Coaches, Parents and Skaters! The club is offering this special series at no cost to PFSC members. 

Free Resources thanks to Dr. Bonci:

Hydration and Fuel Kit for skaters

Recipes for skaters

Skaters
Saturdays (3)  February 21, March 14 and 21
8:15am – 9:00am (ages 9-12)
9:15am – 10:00am (ages 13-18)
10:15 – 11:00am (adult/collegiate skaters)

Skaters register online today!

Parents

Thursday, February 19 and March 12 5:00pm – 5:50pm

Parents register online today! 

Coaches

Tuesday, February 10 5:30pm – 6:30pm

Coaches register online today!

Please email any questions to pf******@***il.com

Leslie J. Bonci is not just a registered dietitian—she’s a game-changer in sports nutrition, with a legacy of fueling champions and empowering athletes to reach their full potential. As a Pittsburgh native with nearly three decades of experience, Leslie brings unmatched expertise, passion, and a practical approach to nutrition that resonates with athletes of all levels. Her mission is simple: to help the skaters of the Pittsburgh Figure Skating Club glide stronger, recover faster, and perform at their best through personalized, science-based nutrition strategies.

With a career spanning professional sports, Olympic athletes, and collegiate programs, Leslie has a proven track record of transforming performance through food. She has served as the sports dietitian for the Pittsburgh Steelers for 24 years, guiding NFL players to Super Bowl victories, and has worked with the Kansas City Chiefs, the 2020, 2023, and 2024 Super Bowl champions. Her expertise extends to the ice, having worked with Olympic figure skater Tara Lipinski, helping her optimize energy and endurance for world-class performances. Leslie’s work with the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre further showcases her ability to tailor nutrition plans for disciplines requiring precision, strength, and grace—qualities central to figure skating.

As a board-certified specialist in sports dietetics and founder of Active Eating Advice, Leslie understands the unique demands of figure skating. From early-morning practices to high-stakes competitions, she knows skaters need sustained energy, mental focus, and resilience to excel. Her approach is rooted in practicality, debunking nutrition myths and creating individualized plans that fit seamlessly into busy schedules. Whether it’s fueling for a long program, recovering post-practice, or getting a quick boost of fuel in between training sessions, Leslie empowers skaters to make smart, sustainable food choices that enhance performance and confidence.

Follow Leslie on Instagram @boncilj