I lead evidence-based coaching programs on fitness, strength training, and fall prevention for older adults.
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Hi, I’m Melissa
I have worked in the fitness industry for over 30 years and here is what I know for sure: lasting success is an inside job; the best education or advice cannot create change for someone else. I’ve seen too many people try and fail with exercise. I had to ask myself, “How can I empower people to live an active life that sticks?
Thankfully, I found health coaching.
I develop programs that help create change from the inside out. Your members will gain clarity and self-acceptance as they discover their platform and foundation for living an active life.
From Triangle to Circle
Good news! The USDA has released an updated nutrition guide. Goodbye mypyrimid.gov, hello choosemyplate.gov. Now we can get a visual picture of what our plates should look like. What no junk food? Where to Hostess Twinkies fit in? Quick answer - they don't. Not...
Scrumptious-ness
Sister has a secret. Sister loves chocolate milk. Yup. The sweet, smooth, silky goodness conjures up all sorts of wonderful feelings. But Sister has never been one to tout the health benefits of this nectar of the gods. Until now. That's right. HEALTH BENEFITS....
We Want to Pump (clap clap) You Up!
Push, pull, lift, grunt. These are expressions of ... ugh...lifting weights. Sister has always been of the opinion that strength training is an important component of fitness....although she has always said that aerobic exercise is MORE important simply because...