In January of 2017 my husband and I met Rachel. In just three months, with her guidance, we have made monumental changes in our daily lives. It was my husband's suggestion to finally invest in ourselves. He was ready to learn more about nutrition and had always enjoyed working out. Reluctantly, I agreed. I, on the other hand, had tried every diet under the sun; for at least two weeks. I always felt deprived and would give up. I thought I knew what I was "supposed" to eat, I just didn't do it. I hated exercise and considered a long walk around the neighborhood good enough. From the beginning, Rachel went to great lengths to get to know each of us. She analyzed blood work and recommended supplements and nutritional changes. She helped me plan nutritious, delicious meals for my family, that never left me feeling deprived. She tailored training sessions to support our needs, both physically and mentally, that particular day. My husband and I have each learned how to strengthen and protect our bodies through her ever changing workouts. Throughout our journey, what has helped me the most, is Rachel's ability to guide me as I figure out the "why." Why wasn't I eating the right things? Why did I hate exercising so much? Why was I putting my well being so low on my priority list. Her life coaching skills came from a place that showed me she was not only well-trained, but that she honestly cared. I could go on and on about the quality of Rachel's work. Not only do I love the pounds and inches I have lost, but I love the fact that I have found exercise that I absolutely love doing. Everything from climbing stairs at Red Rocks, attending every kind of yoga class I can find, TRX training and even running! One of my favorite changes is my morning ritual. Everyday I wake up at 5:00am to practice yoga, meditate, journal and read. I take care of myself before my family wakes up each day and have never felt better. At this point, my husband and I are continuing training sessions with Rachel, eating clean, and pursuing our education on the art of well-being. No matter what kind of changes you are wanting to make in your life, Rachel will tailor your program accordingly. My advice would be to trust that you are in very capable hands. So... jump in with both feet and absorb as much of her knowledge and spirit as you can! Thank you Rachel for teaching me to "get out of my own way!" Cody A. read more

At the start of 2015, I set a goal of completing an Ironman distance triathlon and signed up for the September 20th Ironman - Lake Tahoe. As a competitive athlete, yet one who had not even raced a marathon let alone a triathlon, I was well aware that I needed a coach to guide me in my training and to set me on a path to success. Enter Rachel Gerlach. Having worked with several trainers in the past and competed in collegiate athletics under the guidance of outstanding coaches, I had quite a high bar in mind as to what I knew made a terrific leader in this arena. Rachel not only met this bar, she far exceeded my expectations. What sets Rachel apart is her personal approach to training. She took the time to get to know me as a person, identified my skills, strengths, weaknesses, and goals, and understood my desire to do an Ironman distance competition. In doing so, Rachel exhibited an exemplary attention to detail in creating my workouts that to set me up for success at Lake Tahoe. This was most evident in her creative approach to my workouts where I was constantly challenged with varying routines and given new locations in which to test my endurance. Not only did this keep my mind and body fresh, it made my workouts enjoyable; a difficult feat for such long-distance training! In addition, Rachel's expertise in nutrition was invaluable in helping to craft a nutrition plan that supported my training. Moreover, Rachel was a true professional in every sense of the word, but her professionalism was perfectly balanced with a personality that quite clearly evinced the attributes of a genuine person who had found her calling helping others achieve their goals. Finally, no matter what your age or athletic ability, Rachel has the knowledge, skills, and personality to help you realize your fitness objectives. She helped me become an Ironman. There is no limit to what she can do for you! read more

Rachel changed the way I set, pursue and achieve my goals. I started working with Rachel for nutrition at the recommendation of a friend after getting fed up with the ton of weight that I'd put on since working at a desk job, and even more frustrated that the myriad of diets and hardcore exercise routines I was religiously following were doing nothing, and really just making me feel worse. Rachel came in and reset the clock. She got me hooked up with a healthy eating plan that made me feel anything but deprived, tested all of my hormones and sensitivities and found a homeopathic way to restore my body - sleep (wow, didn't realize how major that was), natural and limited supplements (I'm not into supplements so we found the perfect balance) and a self care routine that honestly changed the way I see myself. In the four months that I've been working with her I've lost more than weight- I've lost a lot of the baggage that was keeping me from taking care of myself and getting what I needed in order to be my best self everyday. I plan to continue my relationship with Rachel for a long time- life coaching, nutrition and fitness- this woman has a lot to offer and I'm usually a pretty serious skeptic, but I'm buyin what she's selling. read more

I called NutritionWorks in desperation when I had tried everything under the sun to solve my health issues with no luck. Rachel talked to me for almost 45 minutes about my life and what was going on with me so she knew exactly what my needs were and that was without any guarantee that I would spend any money. After the conversation, I really wanted to work with her and the team, but I didn't have the money at the time. Rachel was so interested in helping me that she allowed me to start for an entire month and then make my first payment. This really showed me that they sincerely care about clients and don't just see dollar signs. I was placed with Jaci as my nutritionist and I will keep it short and sweet... she was wonderful. She talked with me every other week and directed me in a way specific to my needs so that I was able to have success with my goals! She also gave me a way to live my life beyond the 12 weeks I was meeting with her. I know everyone is different and I am a very cynical person (never trust easily what anyone tells me). This was one of the best decisions I made and some of the best money I have spent. read more

Let me start by saying that Rachel is an amazing nutritionist and coach! I rarely write reviews, but my experience working with her has been so transformative that I wanted to share. I originally sought her out for guidance to get my nutrition and digestive health back on track. What I've gained working with her has greatly exceeded my expectations. My nutrition is better than ever and she's helped me create an overall health and wellness mindset. I've been so much more motivated since working with her - she is easy to talk to, empathetic and provides sound advice not only in nutrition, but in other areas we've moved on to such as fitness, mind wellness and life coaching in general. She listens and works with you to provide thoughtful solutions and to create realistic goals to keep you motivated and hold you accountable. She's helping me find the lifestyle habits I've been looking for, but didn't know where to start on my own. I highly recommend Rachel - she'll help you get to where you want to be! read more

Rachel has been amazing to work with! I realized that i needed to find help when I gained ten pounds while working full time and attending grad school. I just was not able to get back to where I was. It was important to me to find someone who understood what I was looking for and didn't fit me into their program. I knew that I needed to make small changes in my life overtime and I wasn't looking for anyone to just hand me a meal plan. Rachel has shown me how to make changes in nutrition, exercise health, and mental health. I could not be happier with the relationship that i have built with her and my new found outlook on my health. For me this journey has been about what helps me feel good about myself, making healthy choices in my life, and also being in control of my own life. I would often joke to my friends and co workers that she was a life coach that helped me with my nutrition. I would highly recommend Rachel to anyone looking to make positive changes in their life. read more

My journey working with Rachel began, of all places, in 2015 when she was training my boyfriend for a full distance IronMan triathlon. In a word, she is "amazing!" Not only is her knowledge and expertise in fitness and nutrition extensive, but she is warm and compassionate. Never have I met someone so dedicated to their craft and concerned about my progress, both physically and mentally. She has challenged me when needed, but also been willing to meet me at the level I feel most comfortable; especially, in the beginning when I needed some patience and understanding regarding my fitness goals and nutrition guidance. To that end, we have done a metabolic cleanse, tailored work outs, and put in place a nutrition program specifically designed to my body and fitness level. My journey has been less about weight loss and more about getting my body in balance, and I feel that I am well on my way to that goal thanks to Rachel. I could not recommend her more! read more

For the past 3 years I've been dealing with food sensitivities and intolerances that have affected my GI, weight, mood, and energy levels. After working with 4 other nutritionists that took an unsuccessful and cookie-cutter approach, I finally found my savior with Rachel. She took the time to understand me, what I was hoping to gain from our partnership, and also the unique make-up of my biochemistry by analyzing past labs I'd had done. Her personalized and customized approach to nutrition, coaching, and training not only helped me realize my pitfalls and how to overcome them, but also how to make manageable changes that ultimately turned into habits. If you've been struggling with diet, exercise, and food sensitivities or even find yourself in a life-lull - I highly recommend reaching out to Rachel! She's truly amazing!! read more

"I have more good days than bad now!" This is what I recently told Rachel during one of our weekly sessions. I found Rachel and her team through an acquaintance. I was amazed my acquaintance's journey so I decided to reach out for myself. I was at my wits end, I was tired of gaining weight, tired of getting sick, frankly just tired of being sick & tired. Rachel and I spoke at length about my concerns and roadblocks, she was honest with me. We figured out what my underlying issues were and we worked on them together. Let me be frank; it has been work and it has been hard, but it is all worth it. Am I losing weight? Yes. Do I still struggle? Yes. Is it all worth it? YES! I have more energy and a LOT less headaches. If you are ready to make changes in your life, reach out to Rachel and her team; you are worth it. read more

I've been dealing with digestive disorders for the past several years and was feeling hopeless after being wrongfully diagnosed and unsuccessfully treated by several other practitioners, doctors, and nutritionists. Then I met Rachel! She took a completely different approach than everyone else I ever met with. She first spent time learning about how I was feeling and what I was dealing with. She then suggested comprehensive testing that got to the root cause of my issues without extraneous time nor effort. Finally, she worked with me over time to further hone into my specific biochemistry, the supplements that would support my overall health, and provided me the tools for self-regulation to ensure I didn't fall back into sabotaging behavior that got me unwell in the first place. C. Clausen read more

I recently just finished a 30 day program with Rachel called the S.H.E.D. and it was AMAZING!! I wanted to participate because I was not feeling well physically, I was putting weight on, fatigued and Blah. Throughout the 30 days Rachel coached us on mindful eating and really emphasized on how food can impact not only physical health but mental health as well. At the end of the 30 days not only did I lose about 9 lbs and several inches off my body I really started to see how my food choices had impacted my overall well-being. I am still continuing on this journey of a "cleaner" lifestyle and Rachel has been there the whole time encouraging me and also helping with any struggles that arose. I recommend nutrition works for everyone!! read more

Rachel is amazing!! I started training with her this past March and have done personal training, group training and TRX classes with her. All of the training has been great and I am very happy with the results. She has a way of making every session different and it never gets boring although it never gets easier either....:) She always pushes me to be better whether I want to that day or not!! In addition to the training she is super motivated and always has a smile on her face and a great attitude! During my workouts she also shares nutrition ideas and tips on living an overall better lifestyle which are easy to incorporate into my busy schedule. Two Thumbs up! I would recommend her to anyone looking to see result! read more

Rachel's expertise, patience, charisma, and personal experience are what set her services apart from other nutritionists and life coaches I've worked with in the past. Rather than adhering to a rigid, one-size-fits-all model, Rachel approaches her clients with genuine empathy, and offers regimens tailored to fit each individual's needs. I've learned so much in the short time I've worked with her - she's more than surpassed my expectations and I can't recommend her highly enough! If you're looking to improve your fitness, gain a deeper understanding of nutrition, or even just smile more, give this talented woman a call! She will change your life for the better. read more

After a few set backs last year Rachel started training me again at the beginning of this year. I was looking for someone who could give me the structure I needed to reach my racing goals. I was struggling during one of my long training runs and she made me analyze what really was happening. Did I indeed have an injury or was I just having a bad day? Then she reminded me that the drills and speed work we do during the week are the building blocks we keep in our back pockets when we are having an off race day. Her training is comprehensive. She trains you physically, mentally and nutritionally. She is a wonderful coach and mentor. Thank you Rachel! read more

Rachel is amazing! She is not only a knowledgable trainer who can adapt any workout to meet your goals, she is a lifestyle coach who can help with nutrition and overall wellness so you are progressing in a holistic way. I have found the weekly coaching sessions so helpful in getting back into working out again. After wanting to quit my gym and workout at home due to my busy schedule, she has helped me develop workouts I can do at the gym or adapt them for my living room! It is so nice to be able to be 100% open and honest about my schedule and ability to complete workouts and have a trainer meet me exactly where I am and make it happen! read more

I cannot say enough good things about Rachel and her team, and the SHED program. I was skeptical in the beginning of the program as I've done cleanses before but this cleanse was different. The focus on liver health and changing mindset around food was amazing. Rachel was accessible and an amazing coach. I felt better than i have in years (after getting through the first few days) and noticed positive changes in my energy, my skin, my mood, and my gut health! The recipes, group support, weekly calls and check ins made such a difference in the success of this program. I'm looking forward to working with NutritionWorks in the future! read more

Rachel has been fantastic to work with. She and I have been meeting weekly for the last almost 3 months and I've seen a big difference in that time. Rachel has provided fantastic diet suggestions to help me to achieve my goals. Additionally, she has worked around my dietary restrictions to help find solutions that work for me. She does research to understand what your personal needs are and caters a personal solution based on that. I highly recommend Rachel to get help realize your goals and to hold you accountable. She provides actions and concrete ways to follow through, develop a routine and find long term success. read more

If you are looking for motivation with your diet and/or exercise, you will be so happy to bring Rachel into your life. She's relentlessly positive, and I mean that in the most complimentary way. I need someone like that to firmly but kindly counter my relentless negativity! Rachel offers pragmatic and manageable suggestions to incorporate healthier routines into your life, and helps you build confidence in your own ability to succeed along the way. She is a nutritionist, trainer and coach, but just by her nature can be sort of a life coach as well. Anyone who commits to working with her will see results! read more

Rachel's insight and knowledge has proved invaluable in guiding me through my weight loss journey. She made simple suggestions not only with what I was eating, but was also able to suggest simple modifications. Behaviors which have been there for a lifetime, I was able to change. The most welcome benefit is I feel so much better, and as a senior citizen that is a big accomplishment. I am so lucky my daughter found her and suggested I contact her. She is a great listener and has exposed me to new ideas. All I can say is thank you, and recommend her to anyone trying to live a healthier life. Ellen D. read more