Meet Amy

WHERE IT ALL BEGAN

I have always known I wanted to make an impact on this world, but didn’t know how until I found my passion in nutrition and fitness. This all began in high school when I started running cross country. As I began to develop as a runner, I realized that the food I ate affected how I felt on and off the trails. As I began to take control of my nutrition and fitness, my image of myself changed. I felt empowered and accomplished things that I never could have imagined. I began to be proud of who I was and that seemed to seep into every area of my life. At that time I realized the positive impact I could have on this world was helping others take control of their health by eating in a way that supports their goals.

Education +

My educational journey began at the University of Portland, where I ran Division I Track. I transferred to Montana State University where I graduated with my degree in Nutrition and Dietetics. I then headed to Spokane, Washington to complete my Master’s Degree in Nutrition and Exercise Physiology at Washington State University. Through this program, I spent over 1200 hours with various populations gaining experience and knowledge to help you know how to eat healthy for your goals. This preparation allowed me to pursue my licensure as a Registered Dietitian. My journey has provided me with a large toolbox of knowledge and experiences to pursue my passion of working 1-on-1 with individuals to help them create lasting lifestyle changes. I have since then become a USAT Level 1 Triathlon Coach, Crossfit Level 1 Certification and ACSM Personal Training Certification so I can properly coach endurance athletes to improve their performance.

Amy’s Health Journey +

As I work with people to improve their lifestyle habits, I am continually working on mine as well. My husband, Kevin and I devote a lot of time to training for triathlons and the fueling that is necessary for that. We qualified for the Half Ironman World Championships 2020. We also enjoy Crossfit, which is a part of our trining. We love to cook and bake and eat, and are constantly exploring new recipes and better ways to fuel ourselves.

Some of my Favorites

I was the kid that kicked my feet to the side when I ran and ate strawberries dipped in sugar (like a lot of sugar) as a snack… so yea… there is hope for you too!

If I could travel anywhere I would go to any beach, Italy or Greece.

My mom taught me the basics of cooking, but Cooking Light Magazine taught me how to really cook.

My favorite races are half marathons and Half Ironmans. I haven’t done a full marathon or Ironman, but I likely will at some point!

Favorite Ice Cream: chocolate anything
The more chocolate the better!

My daily staples are peanut butter, chocolate milk, bananas, apples, carrots, eggs, and yogurt.

I am terrified of snakes!

My husband, Kevin, and I started dating in high school and have been best friends since.

Meet Lisa

How it all began

As a young person I knew that I wanted to choose a profession in which I could help others. I eventually decided on Nutrition as a pathway to help people because I was interested in a career that provided a variety of ways and settings in which to advise and serve patients and clients. My dream was to travel overseas and work with malnutrition. That hasn’t yet happened BUT I have had the opportunity to work in a wide variety of settings including Clinical Nutrition, Public Health, Wellness Coaching/Personal Training, Food Service Management, and Food Service in disaster relief settings.

Education

I am originally from Western Washington and completed my Bachelor’s degree in Food Science and Human Nutrition at Washington State University. Go Cougs!! I then traveled to southeastern Louisiana (Go Saints!!) where I completed my Dietetic Internship at North Oaks Health System, a regional healthcare facility. I obtained my dietetic licensure in 2008 and in 2018 I obtained my personal training certification in order to more fully address overall wellness.

Lisa’s Health Journey

I have always had an interest in nutrition and exercise. I ran track and cross country in junior high and high school and would run and lift weights off and on growing up and in my early adult years in order to be “healthy” or “get in shape.” Truthfully, I never really enjoyed it and at that time in my life it never “stuck.” One day during my dietetic internship I just had a realization that I didn’t want to “get fit” anymore. Instead I wanted to “BE FIT.” I decided that for me that meant that I would run regularly, no matter what life brought, and I would try to make relatively healthy choices with my food. I also knew that I don’t like to be deprived so I decided that I would always include dessert! It has been about 15 years since I started that journey and I can honestly say that I have stayed on it ever since! The best part of it all is that I love the way that I feel. I have even been blessed with an incredible love of running. I now run because I simply love to run. I have completed multiple marathons and half marathons and have enjoyed running the Boston Marathon twice. I love sharing my passion for fitness and nutrition and encouraging others in their journey with the balance that is right for them. I also have three kids and am constantly working to maintain balance in fitness and health and all of the other demands of life. I enjoy working with people like you to find your balance of incorporating the healthy lifestyle that you want!

Meet Courtney

Where it all began

My love for nutrition and exercise began in my undergrad, where I was pursuing my degree in exercise science. I was blown away to see only one nutrition class was offered during that time, seeing how important it is to properly fuel your body during exercise. I began my own research where I became lost in the internet sea of nutrition myths, calorie counting and fad diets. I found it impossible to decipher what was true and what was the best nutrition route specific for me, my body, and lifestyle. This is when I knew I wanted to become a credible resource who provided sound, evidence-based nutrition education that individuals could utilize and incorporate into their everyday life to reach their personal goals.

Education

I received my Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from Eastern Washington University (Go Eags!). This is where I discovered my passion for nutrition and fitness and decided to further my education and experience. From there, I completed my Master of Science Coordinated Program in Dietetics, Nutrition and Exercise Physiology at Washington State University, along with my dietetic internship throughout the Spokane and Seattle area. Shortly after graduating, I obtained my licensure as a Registered Dietitian as well as certification as an Exercise Physiologist.

Courtney’s health Journey

I have always believed that food, along with physical activity are the keys to a long, healthy life. But diet culture has overcomplicated the subject and made it impossible to find the balance between fueling our bodies to achieve our goals, while still enjoying the foods we love.

I strive to help individuals break that mold of unrealistic diets that lead to unhealthy relationship with food and negative body images. I believe all the foods you enjoy can and should be a part of your balanced diet. I am a firm believer your nutrition should be two things: enjoyable and sustainable. I practice this myself daily and take pride in educating and encouraging others to do the same.

Meet Melissa

Where it all began

Growing up, my family emphasized the importance of eating well and being active. Having this engrained into me most of my life is what guided me to choose health and fitness as a career! I enjoy helping others and I am passionate about health and fitness, so becoming a coach seemed like the right path. While researching new information to further my knowledge, I realized there was a lot of material out there and nothing drew the same conclusion. Wanting to figure out the truth to be able to help myself and others, I decided to get a degree in both exercise and nutrition.

Education

I completed my Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition and Exercise Physiology from Washington State University. I am currently completing my Dietetic Internship Rotations at various clinics around Spokane while attending Washington State University for my Master’s degree in the Coordinated Dietetics program. My education has (and still is) providing me with a great deal of knowledge to help improve the overall health of my clients.

Melissa’s Health Journey

I grew up competing in high school sports: Basketball, Volleyball and Track. Since graduating high school, I have continued to exercise to improve my health status and prevent disease. I thoroughly enjoy being outdoors in the summer either hiking, paddle boarding, or playing tennis to stay active! Meal prepping is also a huge part of my life. It keeps me healthy and I can make sure my body is getting the nutrients it needs!