Hey, I’m Laura Dotson

I’m the founder of Lively X Kitchen, based in Dallas, Texas, and Lively X Studio, located in Palo Alto, California. I started my studio to create a space where women can become the strongest version of themselves — to train with intention, fuel their bodies, and live stronger every day.

Before launching my brand, I was the Director of Coaching & Behavioral Science at Pivot, leading the development of digital health interventions and scalable coaching systems. I’ve advised top-performing Silicon Valley teams to leading high-impact wellness experiences.

I bring a unique blend of athleticism, strategy, and hands-on coaching experience as a former NFL cheerleader, NASM personal trainer, and nutritionist working with the Google Food Team, Department of Defense & Culinary Institute of America. Each step of my journey — from performing in arenas to coaching, consulting, and building business — has shaped my approach to helping women train stronger, fuel smarter, and feel powerful in their bodies.

You don’t need more will power

You need a clear plan

If you’ve ever felt stuck in the cycle of:

  • Starting over every Monday

  • Second-guessing every food choice

  • Training hard but not seeing body composition changes

  • Feeling “on track” one week then bloated with the scale off the rails the next

That’s where I come in. You’re not failing — the plan just hasn’t fit your lifestyle. Let’s change that.

Lively Coaching Clients

Athletes and fitness enthusiasts

More than training programs, get performance-focused strategies that boost strength, recovery, and results to push you faster at your next event!

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Weight and Hormone Concerns

More than dieting or quick fixes, get guidance to balance your hormones, supports your metabolism, and helps you feel confident in your body!

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Moms and career-driven women

More than workouts & meal plans, get strategies that fit your busy life, reduce stress & help you feel strong without losing your femininity!

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Credintals & Exeperince

  • Performance Nutritionist with two master degrees in nutrition & public health specializing in sports nutrition, body composition & weight management for women.

  • Board Certified Health Coach with over 10 years of experience specializing in sustainable weight management

  • Ongoing Education in hormone & gut health from Institute for Integrative Nutrition

  • NASM-Certified Personal Trainer with specializations in Strength & Conditioning, Boxing and Sculpt.

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Client Love

  • If you are looking for an amazing nutritionist look no further!! I found Laura over a year ago in one of her boxing classes, and I really mean this, in the least dramatic way possible, she changed my life. I had always been extremely into fitness and healthy eating, and reached an odd time in my life where I was gaining weight while dieting, exercises, etc. I was engaged at the time, getting married in the next year and had just not been able to lose a pound, kept gaining weight, and was up 30lbs in one year. Laura has such an extensive knowledge of gut health and hormonal issues, that she knew something was going on. She recommended that I get some blood work, with consulting my doctor and after testing found out that I had PCOS, and from that I had developed insulin resistance. She was with me every step of the way and helped me so much with what to eat after this diagnosis, how to exercise properly with these new medications I had to be on. With her help, I lost 30lbs, and am in the strongest healthiest shape I've ever been in my life. She is so much more then a coach, she is a great friend and cares so much about her clients. Couldn't recommend her enough for a nutritionist, personal trainer, or fitness instructor!

  • Laura is EVERYTHING!! If you are looking for an amazing nutritionist, health coach and trainer, look no further! She is well versed in all things nutrition, really takes the time to cater to each individual and their needs to be able to put together a specific program that works for you! She offers amazing. Sometimes, She even doubles as my mini therapist! :)
If you are lucky enough to get on her schedule, BOOK IT!!! Literally the best decision EVER!

  • I can't emphasize enough, how grateful I am to be working with Laura on my health journey. Laura listens to my challenges of the week and steers me towards my goals with focus, compassion and accountability. Her passion to help others like me is palpable! And her community members are very supportive of each other.