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.
Finding Your Own Olympic Glory: 4 Tips
Now that the 2016 Olympic Games are over, I find myself thinking how the Games can become relevant to us everyday folks. What I really like about watching the Olympics are the athlete personal backstories. Where they are from, what drove them to compete at this level,...
Step It Up: The Surgeon General’s Call to Action
This week the U.S. Surgeon General, VADM Vivek Murthy, MD, unveiled his landmark announcement, “Step it Up: A Call to Action to Promote Walking and Walkable Communities.” In this announcement, Dr. Murthy spoke to business leaders, government representatives and...
Is Exercise Enough?
I am often asked why I don't give as much attention to nutrition issues as I do exercise. While I do occasionally blog and/or speak on nutrition in the news and how it relates to every life choices, I choose to focus on exercise as the cornerstone for change. Through...
