HEALTH COACH
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Professional Summary
Driven and compassionate health and wellness professional with eight years of experience. Accountable, organized, and responsible with a strong
focus in health education, clinical nutrition and exercise physiology.
Education and Training
Master of Science , Applied Clinical Nutrition 2014 New York Chiropractic College ï¼ City , State
Outstanding Academic Achievement, overall GPA 4.0
Master of Science , Exercise Science 2008 State University of New York at Buffalo ï¼ City , State
Outstanding Academic Achievement, overall GPA 3.87
Bachelor of Arts , Biology 2004 State University of New York at Geneseo ï¼ City , State
Professional Experience
Health Coach Mar 2012 to Current
Company Name ï¼ City , State
- Provide health coaching to employees of multiple corporate clients (e.g., Procter & Gamble, The Hartford).
- Collaborate with participants using motivational interviewing and an evidence-based approach to develop a health goal and action plan geared
towards behavior change.
Clinical Nutritionist and Exercise Physiologist, Owner Aug 2011 to Current
Company Name ï¼ City , State
- Promote awareness of current health and wellness research, news and content through social media.
- Provide nutritional consultation and exercise prescriptions to clients.
Speaker/Health Educator Jul 2011 to Current
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- Present health and wellness seminars.
- Perform biometric assessments (i.e., height, weight, BMI, body fat percentage) and review lab results (e.g., cholesterol and blood glucose).
Health Educator Jun 2011 to Feb 2012
Company Name ï¼ City , State
- Assisted participants in developing health goals and behavior change.
- Collaborated with a team of social workers, dietitians, pharmacists, and behavioral health specialists; made referrals as needed.
Fitness Director Jan 2010 to May 2011
Company Name ï¼ City , State
- Developed and coordinated fitness programs based on the needs of the population.Tracked participation and health assessment data to evaluate
progress.
- Organized and executed timely and successful marketing campaigns for programs. Created marketing materials to promote programs (i.e.,
brochures, flyers, and postcards).
- Composed and edited monthly and quarterly newsletters.
Health Project Coordinator in Exercise Physiology Dec 2008 to Dec 2009
Company Name ï¼ City , State
- Coordinated the day-to-day operations of a research study (The effects of an aerobic and resistance training program on fatigue experienced by
breast cancer patients undergoing radiation treatment).
- Managed operation of the PEAK (Physical Exercise and Kinesiology) Laboratory.
- Performed exercise testing on eligible patients that consented to study.
Clinical Support Assistant Feb 2005 to Dec 2008
Company Name ï¼ City , State
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team on a daily basis to help assist in the care of patients on the bone marrow transplant unit.
- Performed administrative duties including triaging phone calls, managing appointments and lab order entry.
Publications
"Why Pilates Exercises are Your Best Solution for Super Toned Abs," WatchFit-- Oct 2014
"The Perfect Gluten-free Bread Recipe to Truly Satisfy Your Taste Buds," WatchFit-- Oct 2014
"A Gluten-free Apple Crisp Recipe that Does Not Compromise Taste," WatchFit-- Oct 2014
"Ten Foods that Decrease Inflammation and You Didn't Know About," WatchFit-- Sept 2014
"Five Delicious Healthy Eating Recipes on a Budget," WatchFit.com-- Sept 2014
Skills
Health promotion, nutrition counseling, exercise testing & prescription, health and fitness speaker, Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Certifications
American College of Sports Medicine Registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist
American College of Sports Medicine Certified Cancer Exercise Trainer
American College of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Trainer
