Nick Barringer

About Nick Barringer

I’m a nutritional physiologist specializing in performance nutrition, physiological readiness, and the systems that support sustained high performance. My work spans U.S. Army Special Operations, elite and Olympic-level athletics, and executive leadership environments.As Founder of Enkrateia (en-kra-TEY-uh), I help high-performance individuals and organizations translate science into practical, repeatable outcomes. My focus includes metabolic health, energy availability, recovery science, and performance under pressure.Expertise:• Performance nutrition & metabolic optimization• Readiness, recovery, and fatigue management• Fueling protocols & energy availability• High-stress performance & decision-making• Lab interpretation & data-informed coaching• Program design for tactical, athletic, and executive domainsI aim to bring clarity, evidence, and disciplined systems to environments where performance truly matters.

Experience

1. Founder

   Enkrateia

   Sep 2022 — Present

   Founder of Enkrateia, a human-performance organization specializing in the disciplined integration of nutritional physiology, recovery science, and performance systems. Provide high-level, science-driven support to elite athletes, senior executives, government units, and high-performance teams through:• Performance workshops, keynote speaking, and advanced training• Advisory on human-performance program design, policy, and strategy• Scientific supplement and product consulting grounded in evidence and safety• Performance-nutrition strategy development for individuals and organizations• Research collaboration and study-design support• Writing and educational content on performance physiology and readiness

Education

• The University of Georgia

  Bachelor of Science (BS), Dietetics/Dietitian

  1999 — 2003

• PennWest California

  Master of Science (MS), Exercise Science

  2008 — 2010

• Texas A&M University

  Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Kinesiology

  2012 — 2015