About Char
Certified Endurance Athlete Nutrition Coach (UESCA)
Certified Run Coach (UESCA)
11 years experience as a Food Scientist for CPG
BS with a major in Food Science (Michigan State University)
Avid runner tallying 7 marathons (PR: 3:07) and 11 half marathons (PR 1:31)
Colorado resident with a goal to complete all World Major Marathons
My running journey began over 10 years ago when I signed up for my first half marathon. I downloaded a training program from the internet and didn’t have a method to my madness, but loved getting a medal when I finished my first race.
Over the years, I repeated the cycle of signing up for a race, training for 12 weeks, but would stop running until I got the itch again. I ran my first marathon in 2014 and finished just over 4 hours - this was the first time I shed happy tears for completing this major victory.
In 2018, after moving to Colorado, I consistently kept running, because I didn’t want to have to reacclimate to the altitude. After staying consistent, I have knocked over 30 minutes off my half marathon time and 50 minutes off my marathon time.
I love to run. I love to eat. Join me today to help guide you toward your goals!
Coaching philosophy
Personalized Approach: I tailor nutrition recommendations and training plans to each athlete's unique needs, goals, and lifestyle. There is no one size fits all.
Science-Based Strategies: I will inform you of evidence-based research to optimize performance and recovery. Facts > opinions.
Holistic Wellness: I will help you integrate nutrition with overall health, including mental and emotion well-being.
Sustainable Habits: Together we'll make sure long-term intuitive eating habits fit into your daily life and support your running success.
Continuous Improvement: I welcome everyone to embrace a growth mindset, encourage regular assessments and adjustments for ongoing progress.
Empowerment through Education: I equip all my athletes with the knowledge to make informed choices and take control of their nutrition.
What is metabollic efficiency training?
It is NOT a diet focusing on low-carb, keto, or low-fat. (1)
It is a nutritional behavior modification system that promotes proper exercise and nutrition planning emphasizing the optimization of blood sugar while employing Nutrition Periodization strategies for improved health and exercise performance. (1)
Benefits Include:
Reduced GI stress, improved concentration
Better satiety
More sustained energy
Better recovery
Improved fasting blood sugar levels
Improve sleep
Improve blood lipid profile
Improved mood states, and more! (1)
Eat to train, not train to eat
Sources: (1) UESCA
