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ABOUT ME

Ashley before and after comparison
2014 BEFORE
Unhappy with how I look
Afraid of weights (bulky)
Too much cardio
Meal plan/strict dieting
Working out 2x day

2023 AFTER
After Following a program
No meal plan
No food off limits
No meal timing
No quick fix
Very little cardio
Weighlifting 2-3x week

“Year 2016-2017”



In 2015 I had hired a coach to calculate my macros. I wanted an entire lifestyle change for myself as I was eating around 1400-1500 calories per day, on a meal plan with very strict regimes, I had no energy, I had lost my period, my body wasn’t changing, I was binge eating late at night and always thought about food. I really wanted to make a change in my life as I didn’t feel the route I was on, was going to be sustainable longterm.

I wanted to be able to go to family dinners and go on vacations and have the freedom to eat what I want without feeling guilty. Counting macros is definitely not a “quick fix.”

It required me to be patient, always prepare, get dedicated and give it time. Within months first starting out macros for the first time ever I started to really understand food and see it as energy and fuel for my body. I learnt that I could indeed be flexible, and non restrictive and results would come with my consistency.
When I first began tracking I remember I so badly wanted to lose weight right away and have my dream body but unfortunately coming from a previous plan that had me on a very low caloric intake for my body type and activity level that wasn’t realistic.

I first began reverse dieting in order to get to a healthy caloric maintenance. My energy levels increased, I got my period back, I wasn’t thinking about food all the time because I was getting the freedom to enjoy all types of foods that I once classified “bad”. I was eating more and losing inches.

My overall transformation took over 2 years to get where I wanted. I have gotten to a point that I can be extremely intuitive with my eating, my body stays the same, when it’s needed I will count macros and continue to reverse diet to establish a high caloric maintenance.

Learning macros has helped me to have accountability, taught me portion control, and I have my dream physique year after year without ever losing it while keeping things super simplified and balanced.

This was a lifestyle change for me! The progress was very slow compared to previous styles of diet coaching I had done before but it has completely changed my outlook on food and I continue to feel better mentally, physically and emotionally every single day.

I want this for you too.

Ashley comparison over the years

FAQ

How do you calculate macros?

Each plan is customized and written by me. There are many factors to me creating your plan, based on the questionnaire filled out, workout routine, average calories consumed, goals, etc.

How quick can I expect to see results?

The speed at which someone can expect to see fitness goals depends on various factors including their current fitness level, consistency of exercise, nutrition, genetics, and the specificity of the goals.

Generally, noticeable improvements in strength and endurance can occur within a few weeks to a couple of months with consistent training.

However, significant transformations like muscle gain or fat loss may take several months to a year or more.

It's important to set realistic expectations and focus on consistent progress rather than rapid results.

What does Macro split mean?

A macro split refers to the distribution of macronutrients—carbohydrates, proteins, and fats—in one's diet, typically expressed as a percentage of total calorie intake.

These three macronutrients make up the calories that fuel our body. For example, a common macro split might be 40% carbohydrates, 30% protein, and 30% fat.

This breakdown can vary based on individual goals, such as muscle building, fat loss, or athletic performance.

Adjusting the macro split allows individuals to customize their diet to meet specific nutritional needs and goals.

What is included in your 1:1 coaching?

Daily communication through the app “Slack” (working hours are Monday to Friday 9am-5pm MST, I am there to guide, assist and answer any questions you have throughout the week)
Grocery Guide
Restaurant Guide
My fitness pal info guide
Weekly goal setting
Any vacation prep help
Adjusting macro splits when needed
Accountability tracking
Meal and snack ideas
Progress picture + measuring reviews
A very structured plan, 6 scheduled 30 minute phone call check ins (twice a month, every two weeks)

What is reverse dieting?

Reverse dieting is a method used to gradually increase caloric intake after a period of calorie restriction or dieting.

It involves systematically adding calories back into one's diet over time, typically in small increments, with the goal of minimizing fat gain while maximizing metabolic rate.

Reverse dieting helps prevent rapid weight regain by allowing the body to adjust to higher calorie intake gradually.

We will work to “reset” hormone function, regain lost muscle, improve energy levels, and increase ones caloric maintenance.

How do I know if I should reverse diet?

You experience persistent exhaustion, weakness in workouts, irregular hormone regulation, increase in body fat percentage, loss of period, increase in body fat percentage, always thinking of food and have uncontrollable cravings.

You may have stayed in a calorie deficit for to long or you have plateaued in a calorie deficit. If you are no longer seeing changes in your body recomposition and inches are not budging anymore these can all be signs you need to reverse diet. You’re more than likely experiencing metabolic adaptation to the lower calories.

What does your personalized plans look like?

6, 8, 10 or 12 custom macro calculations & specific week by week plan that includes macronutrient and calorie changes
the 6, 8, 10 or 12 week plan for you to follow week by week
my fitness pal info guide
this entails no further communication after I email you the written plan

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