Meet Will Jenkins: Your Dedicated Melbourne Dietitian & Nutritionist
Yes, you’ve absolutely got this, and I’m here to help! At Will Jenkins Nutrition and Dietetics, my core commitment is to support and empower you on your unique health journey. I believe in creating a partnership where we work together to boost your wellbeing, achieve your health aspirations, and give you the confidence to embrace a healthier, more vibrant life.”
My Journey & Passion for Health
My passion for helping people achieve their best has been a life-long one, woven through various aspects of health and fitness. It began back in 2010 when I started as a tennis coach. For over a decade, I found immense satisfaction in helping individuals not only improve their skills on the court but also discover the joy and confidence that comes with being active and mastering a game I love.
This experience naturally sparked an interest in the broader aspects of physical wellbeing, leading me to qualify as a personal trainer. Working closely with clients to build their fitness, strength, and self-assurance was incredibly rewarding. However, I increasingly saw that exercise was just one vital component of overall health, and I knew I could help people in even more profound ways.
My academic journey in nutrition began at Deakin University in Melbourne, where I completed my Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science with Honours. While I found huge enjoyment in this degree, I saw a distinct path to help people achieve their health goals more comprehensively. This realization led me to Dietetics, and I subsequently completed my Masters of Dietetics. It was here that my passion for the multifaceted role of food and nutrition truly crystallized – from a genuine love for food itself, to understanding its critical role in our health, and discovering how I could empower people to achieve their health goals through nutrition.
Founding Will Jenkins Nutrition has allowed me to bring all of my experience and passions together, using this unique blend of skills to help others improve their health and live more vibrant lives through food and nutrition.
My Philosophy: Empowering You for Lasting Health.
My fundamental belief is that everyone deserves to feel empowered and in control of their health and nutrition. My approach is built on providing you not just with meal plans or advice, but with the understanding, skills, and confidence to make informed choices that lead to sustainable, positive changes for life.
Here are the core principles that guide my practice:
You Are Always at the Centre
I believe in a truly personalised approach. I start by understanding your unique story, lifestyle, preferences, and health goals to create a plan that genuinely works for you and integrates into your life
Evidence-Based Guidance You Can Trust
You can be confident that the advice and strategies I provide are grounded in the latest scientific research and best practices in nutrition and dietetics. I am committed to ongoing professional development to ensure you receive the most current and effective guidance.
Practicality for Your Real Life
For nutrition advice to be effective, it must be practical and realistic for your everyday life. My core belief is that diet and nutrition strategies need to be sustainable for the long-term, not a source of stress or an unachievable ideal.
Building Sustainable Habits for Lasting Change
Sustainable habits are the cornerstone of any meaningful lifestyle improvement. Fad diets or ‘quick fixes’ might offer temporary results, but they often fail if they aren’t sustainable. A core aspect of my work involves ‘Habit Stacking’ – the powerful idea that small, manageable changes, when consistently built upon each other over time, lead to significant and lasting lifestyle transformations.
A Supportive & Non-Judgmental Partnership
The foundation of my practice is providing supportive and completely non-judgmental care. Food and nutrition can unfortunately carry a lot of stigma and judgment. My aim is to create a safe, open environment where we can work together towards realistic goals with advice that empowers, not shames.
My Qualifications & Commitment to You
I bring a unique blend of experience and formal qualifications to support your health and nutrition journey. My commitment is to provide you with the highest quality, evidence-based care.
- Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD): I hold a Masters of Dietetics from Deakin University. As an APD, I adhere to Dietitians Australia’s strict professional standards and code of conduct. This credential is the gold standard for dietetic professionals in Australia and is recognised by Medicare and private health funds.
- Accredited Sports Dietitian: I am also an Accredited Sports Dietitian, credentialed by Sports Dietitians Australia (SDA), reflecting specialised expertise in sports and performance nutrition.
- Exercise & Sports Science (Honours): My foundation in human movement includes a Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science (Honours), also from Deakin University.
- ISAK Level 1 Accredited Anthropometrist: I am qualified to perform precise skin fold measurements and body composition analysis according to the International Society for the Advancement of Kinanthropometry (ISAK) protocols.
- Experienced Personal Trainer: With many years of experience as a personal trainer, I have a practical understanding of fitness programming and helping clients build strength and confidence.
- Tennis Australia Junior Development Qualified Coach: My background also includes over a decade of tennis coaching experience.
Commitment to Ongoing Professional Development: I am dedicated to lifelong learning and continuously stay up-to-date with the latest scientific research and advancements in nutrition, dietetics, and sports science to ensure you receive the most current and effective advice.
What You Can Expect When Working With Me
My goal is to create a positive and productive partnership with every client. When you choose to work with me at Will Jenkins Nutrition, you can always expect:
A Warm Welcome in a Non-Judgmental Space:
I believe in creating a comfortable and confidential environment where you can openly discuss your health journey, challenges, and aspirations without any fear of judgment.
To Be Truly Heard and Understood:
I dedicate the time to actively listen and thoroughly understand your unique story, lifestyle, individual preferences, and what truly matters to you.
A Collaborative, Team-Based Approach:
We work as a team. Your insights and input are invaluable, and together we’ll develop practical strategies and plans that feel right for you and are genuinely achievable within your life.
Clear Advice & Actionable Goals:
I prioritise providing clear, easy-to-understand advice and helping you set actionable goals that you can implement immediately to start making progress.”
Empowerment for Lasting Change:
Giving you the tools, knowledge, and confidence to make sustainable changes to your diet and lifestyle is at the heart of what I do – it’s about much more than just handing you a meal plan.
How I Can Help You Achieve Your Health Goals
My diverse background in dietetics, nutrition, sports science, and personal training allows me to support you in a variety of ways on your journey to better health. Whether you’re looking for in-depth nutritional guidance, specialised analysis, or practical support for your fitness and meals, here are the primary ways we can work together:
Let's Work Together Towards Your Goals
If you feel that my approach resonates with you and you’re ready to take positive steps towards improving your health and nutrition, I’d be delighted to hear from you.