What are your credentials?

I earned my BA in Psychology from Pacific Lutheran University in 2011. I earned my General Nutrition Certification and my Sleep, Stress Management, and Recovery Certification through Precision Nutrition - one of the largest and most respected private nutrition coaching and education companies in the world. I also earned my Pre and Postnatal Coaching Certification through Girls Gone Strong - a premier evidence-based and women-specific education company.

Do I get a meal plan or follow a specific diet?

Nope! You get your own set of macros tailored to your body and goals. We will talk about macronutrients, nutrient dense food choices, and nutritional balance so that you feel confident deciding what foods to eat to nourish your body rather than just fitting whatever you can into your macros. If you don’t yet feel comfortable tracking macronutrients, we can start smaller with appropriate portions and balanced meals. Rather than tell you what to eat, I want to coach you to learn how to feed yourself well.

Do I have to lift weights?

It’s not required, although I highly recommend and will encourage it. Regardless of whatever (and wherever) your preferred form of movement is, we will start there!

Are there modifications to workouts depending on pregnancy term, injury, or ability?

Absolutely! All of the exercises we talk about will be safe for you wherever you are in your process.

How do we choose which area to focus on?

We will always start with nutrition. Fueling yourself is paramount. From there we will reference your goals and needs, and work together to choose which area of focus are most necessary to prioritize.

How will we measure progress?

There are many methods of measuring progress. Objectively, we can look at progress photos, measurements, or your tracking calendar/food journal. Subjectively, we can note things like energy levels or how your clothes are fitting.

How do we work around variables like vacation or illness?

Things happen! If it’s not vacation or illness, it will be something else. Part of our work together will be contemplating possible road blocks and learning how to work around them. 100% consistency 100% of the time is impossible. What is more important is building and maintaining a healthy foundation.

Do I have to live close to work with you?

Not at all! Intake and check-ins can be done over the phone or through email.

How can I be confident this will work for me?

Like anything else, you get out of this what you put into it. It won’t be an overnight process. Learning to understand your body’s needs takes time, but if you commit to consistency you will see change!