I was referred to Lisa by a friend. I live in Chicago and did phone sessions with her. By the end of her 12 week program I lost 10 pounds. I have to say, I was incredibly skeptical. I was going to just do 6 weeks but I knew I would go back to my old ways if I didn't give it 100%. Something lisa says is "You can't fail if you don't give up." And it's true. It's not as hard as I thought it would be; but it is not easy either. You have to try. But Lisa is so good at encouraging and motivating you to keep going. Any time I was struggling, we worked through it together and found new ways to get past an obstacle. I am done with the program now but Lisa keeps checking in with me and is always answering my emails and texts when I have questions. The longer I stick with her "program guidelines" the easier it gets. In the beginning there are changes to your lifestyle, but after a while it becomes second nature. I can't believe how much my taste buds have changed. I now crave healthier food and understand how to grocery shop, snack, and prepare my meals during the week. She really goes through all aspects of food, even how to navigate menus. I definitely recommend Lisa and am so glad I finally did this. Now only did I lose weight, but my energy is so much better too. Her program should be taught at schools, I truly believe we are missing out in a serious education when it comes to Nutrition. Lisa is the missing link. read more

I worked with Lisa for a couple of weeks. And in those weeks, I learned about food and how it effects the body. Lisa armed me with knowledge to make better decisions and gave me some fun recipes! With her help I'm lost close to 10 pounds and it's been about a month and half. I hope to continue to lose weight. All I have to do is just commit to her meal recipes. I would definitely recommend using her services. It was well worth it! read more

Prior to seeing Lisa, I weighed 190 lbs and struggled to loose weight despite working out 5+ times a week. I followed the same weight-loss program that was successful for me a 4-6 years prior, but this time around, the weight wouldn't come off. I felt exhausted and had no energy at the end of each day. Over a 2 year period, I found it difficult to make good decisions when it came to eating my meals. I reached out to Lisa back in April because I needed help developing healthier eating habits and my doctor said I needed to lose weight. I started off with Lisa's 6 week nutrition program. She told me to track my eating habits for a week prior to our first session. During our first session, it was no surprise that I needed to eat more vegetables and fruits; my homework was to eat more vegetables and fruits the first week. I was skeptical at first because I didn't prefer to eat veggies; NOW I actually crave vegetables and get excited about eating them. Each week I focused on something I was struggling with and stacked what I learned from the prior weeks. I learned to eat breakfast (I NEVER used to eat breakfast during the work week because I had no time; now I have oatmeal with blueberries or banana M-F). I learned how to make a better filling salad (I've been making salads wrong my whole life...which explains why I always felt hungry after a couple of hours and led to more snacking) and figured out what snacks to have in the later afternoon that would keep me satiated. I like Lisa's approach to nutrition because she tailored the program based on my needs and she guided me back to the basics focusing on developing new habits. I also signed up for personal training sessions for 3 months while on a nutrition plan. Lisa's workouts were challenging, convenient, and quick but also effective in toning, building strength, and losing weight. I lost 2 dress sizes and 15+ lbs. I now have more energy, confidence to make good eating decisions, and the right tools to continue living healthier thanks to Lisa! read more

I can't thank Lisa enough for rehabilitating me and getting me fit in the process. I had serious knee problems that prevented me from being able to workout. Lisa helped me strength the muscles that support my knee and by the end of 3 months I was able to jump, do squats and lunges something I hadn't been able to do for over 10 years! Not only do I have my knees back but the compliments I get from my friends on how great shape I've been in is an added perk. Thank you Lisa! You should definitely train with her read more

Lisa is an amazing source for nutritional guidance and support!! I recently switched to mostly plant-based diet after a lifetime of a healthy but protein heavy diet; I was nervous about making the switch. It was difficult to adjust but with Lisa's help and guidance and her recipe suggestions I adapted and began to feel the benefits - feeling lighter, better digestion, confident in healthy cooking and not dependent on animal protein. I highly recommend Lisa to anyone who is looking to eat plant based or simply just make better, healthy choices in diet and lifestyle. read more

Lisa has been exactly wwhat I needed. I have been through many different programs and still wasn't sure what Was best for my body. As I was going through the transition process of eating more whole, plant based foods- I felt I needed a nutritionist who wouldn't push me to eat a way I didn't want to. Lisa has a way of drawing out of you what your core values are and then using them to help you in your program. It's impossible to stick with something if it goes against a different value. She was able to provide me with recipes that I like, and identify mistakes that I had been making for years. She quickly became more than a nutritionist and is a friend and my own personal cheerleader as I know she is cheering me on and wants me to succeed so much! I recommend Lisa to anyone who is searching for that "thing" that will finally click for them! read more

Lisa is excellent! I didn't want a full nutritional program, only one for the four days where I work ten hour shifts and have to have everything prepared beforehand. She took into account my height, weight and workout program in creating a personalized nutritional approach that would give me the most out of my workouts. She checks in regularly to make sure I don't fall off and adjusts the program to best suit my lifestyle. I recommend her to all my friends read more

I have been working with Lisa since Fall of last year and I love the results! When I 1st met Lisa, I had some serious back issues that wouldn't allow me to get through my pain without serious discomfort. Lisa help me rebuild my core to the point where I no longer feel the pain that I used to feel every single day. Thanks so much for your help Lisa. You're the best! read more

Lisa is a wonderful nutritionist, and overall human being! She really takes a whole-person approach to nutrition - it's not just about what you eat, it is also about improving your overall mental, physical, and emotional health! I sought Lisa out because I had experienced unwanted weight gain after my 30th birthday, especially in the belly area. Lisa and I began my 12-week nutrition program with the goals of 1. Losing 10 pounds 2. Decreasing gas (this was a big one, as I was experiencing a huge increase in frequency and smell) 3. Decreasing headaches, and 4. Increasing energy. I was also eager to learn more about a healthy, plant-based lifestyle and generally about the foods I put in my body. I have been a vegetarian for over 20 years. Although I always ate a lot of fruits and veggies, I also relied a lot on dairy and carbs to keep me full and energized, and wanted to learn more about what this does to my body and some healthy alternatives. I am happy to report that, 11 weeks into my program with Lisa, I have met just about all of my goals! I have experienced a huge increase in energy, huge decrease in headaches, have lost 7 pounds, and have experienced a decrease in gas (although it's not entirely resolved). It is important to note that I have been experiencing a lot of extenuating circumstances during my nutrition program. I have chronic back issues that flared up in the last few weeks, resulting in the need for MRI, injections, and limited exercise. So, I have been much more sedentary than I ever have been in the last few years. The huge plus side of this is that I lost 7 pounds without exercising at all - just changing my diet! I have also experienced a huge increase in stress in the last two months for various reasons, and Lisa has been beyond wonderful in educating me on the effects stress has on the body (especially the gut), helping me brainstorm ways to decrease my stress (including giving me weekly homework), and giving me tons of inspirational and motivational tidbits to walk away with! I would often come into our sessions feeling down and depressed about my back pain, stress levels, weight, etc., and always left feeling uplifted, positive, and with a game plan in place! I truly look forward to my sessions with Lisa each week. Not only do I learn a ton, but it is one hour each week I can devote to myself and my well-being. I don't know about you, but there aren't too many hours in my week when I get to do that! And to feel like I have someone on MY team who really cares is incredible, and absolutely worth the time and money! Lastly, my favorite thing about Lisa's nutrition program is that it is so sustainable! I was looking for a real lifestyle change, not just a quick diet that is not easy to maintain and that I feel guilty breaking. Lisa's recipes are delicious! They keep you full! They are full of flavor! I really did not feel deprived at all, and giving up dairy was so much easier than I expected. Also, Lisa really works with you to find a balance. She knows, and helps you to understand, that it is okay to indulge every once in a while, and that you don't have to feel deprived or guilty during social events and special occasions. I really feel confident and optimistic about maintaining the meal timeline and plant-based diet after our 12-weeks! Lisa's program is truly life-changing! And she is an absolute joy to work with and be around :) read more

Lisa's 12-week nutrition program fosters true lifestyle transformation. My husband had been a vegetarian for a few years and we've always eaten "pretty healthy." However, I was starting to notice weight gain I hadn't had before, lower energy, and my doctor said my cholesterol was within range, but "not great." I decided it was time to take action. I reached out to Lisa for two simple reasons - 1) help with weight loss and 2) help identifying a healthy, sustainable food plan. Nutrition fads today are massively confusing - keto, paleo, low-carb, no sugar, vegan, vegetarian - it's hard to know which will work, is healthy, and can be sustained overtime. Lisa's program is successful because it marries a few key elements: - Education: You will learn a TON about food, how it impacts your body and what to be aware of when you're choosing food to eat. - Satisfaction: This is not about starving or depriving yourself of your favorite food. It's about finding out that you will love different types of food, your cravings actually change, and you can still make room for the old faves. - Simplicity: This is NOT hard. She gives you recipes (for fun stuff too like cookies and brownies), meal plans (what to eat, when), and restaurant menu recommendations(so you can still hit the new restaurant that just opened with you friends). Yes, it will take more advanced planning, but it's a good habit to start. - Results: The moment of truth. I lost weight (a full size and continuing to see progress) and I have a newly adopted, but totally sustainable approach to food. I can easily imagine eating this way for the rest of my life. I was so impressed with her program, and my progress, that I'm signing up for the fitness version. So, if you're looking to change the way you eat and improve your quality of life, look no further. Hire Lisa today! read more

Lisa is simply amazing! I have been working with her for the past few months in preparation for my upcoming wedding. When I came to Lisa, I simply wanted to lose some weight and look better, but she helped me achieve so much more than I expected!!! I am a physician by profession, but my knowledge of nutrition was limited before meeting Lisa, because nutrition was not a big part of our curiculum in medical school. I had decided to try a plant based lifestyle on my own, but I was not very successful at it because I simply didn't know what to eat and how to cook. Lisa helped me step by step to learn what to eat, when to eat, how to cook vegan meals, how to have a social life while being plant based, how to explain my lifestyle choice to my fiancé and family, and how to overcome my sweet tooth cravings and sugar addiction. My relationship with food changed through my time with Lisa. I started to feel more energized and one of the best unexpected outcomes was that my constipation, which I had been battling with for nearly 10 years, slowly disappeared! To top it off, I also lost the weight and brought down my body fat percentage, and lowered my cholesterol. Lisa was emotionally supportive through all phases of our time together and constantly adjusted the plan as needed to help me go even further! She didn't allow me to give up when I was feeling frustrated and helped me overcome all obstacles to achieve my goals! No matter your goals with nutrition, Lisa can help you get there! She is knowledgable, dedicated, kind, and caring! read more

I started working out with Lisa 6 1/2 months ago. I initially went to her to lose a few pounds before my wedding. Although I was hoping that my body would change before the wedding I could have never imagined how strong and lean I actually became. During one of our workouts a few months in, she asked to take picture of me while I was working out so she could show me what my arms looked liked. My jaw dropped when she showed me the picture, I hardly recognized myself. When I started with Lisa I had pain in my left knee. She was very careful with me and made sure I built my muscle before straining my knee any further. She actually made me work out less then I was and what I realized later was that I was working out wrong. Class Pass was not the answer, I needed a more guided personal workout and that is what Lisa did for me. I still can't believe the changes in my body and even though my wedding is done and over I am continuing to see her because I have never felt so good. read more

I worked with lisa before a wedding. I wanted to lose a couple of pounds quickly but Lisa taught me to think about eating healthier foods that would fill me up and give me energy, and workouts that would help me achieve my goals. Not only did her program help me lose weight, it also taught me how to keep it off, be more fit, and make better long term health decisions. I didn't feel like I was missing out on my old life and eating/workout habits, because Lisa listens to your goals and lifestyle and helps create programs that you can stick to without feeling like you're missing out on anything. She is positive and attentive and I couldn't be happier that I worked with her. I'd recommend her to anyone looking to better their lifestyle. read more

I've been working out with Lisa for over two years now and the experience has been so wonderful. She has been such a positive influence on my health overall. Our program is super personal, she is nothing but motivating and positive, and she checks-in regularly, always offering support. I've suffered from knee problems for so many years and after working out with Lisa, my knee feels so much stronger and I feel much more able. I can't recommend Lisa enough. read more

Thank you Lisa for all your support and encouragement to keep me healthy, safe, sane and fit in my life :). I appreciate your belief in me and always surprising strategy to send me off into the week lifted up and confident to take my next steps. Thanks for keeping my shame down and optimism up. You are inspiring, insightful, and a real asset to my health :)! read more

I have been working with Lisa since May 2015 on understanding the importance and difference of how exercise and nutrition can affect my body. Lisa continues to motivate me and create completely customizable workout and nutrition plans that align with what my goals are. Not only have I lost weight but I feel AMAZING. I no longer get anxiety or headaches anymore due to living a more healthy, balanced life. Lisa is motivating, positive and always willing to listen to exactly the goals you want to achieve. The longer you spend with her, the longer you will see the real, LASTING results you want. I would highly recommend Lisa to anyone who wants to start living a overall better life! read more

I worked out with Lisa back when she first began training almost a decade ago. I always owe it to her for instilling in me a good foundation of workout skills and healthy nutritional knowledge. Lisa has helped me train for multiple week long mountain backpacking trips which requires a lot of strength and endurance training. She has also helped me build healthy habits and quick and easy daily workout routines. Lisa is the best and I would recommend her to anyone! read more

Lisa is a very friendly, well educated nutritionist and personal trainer. Her kind demeanor and and personalized programs speak for themselves and more importantly, results! I cannot speak highly enough about her. read more

I started working with Lisa 3 months ago. I was trying to eat healthier for about two years and was getting no where. I came across a blog post she had written and felt super inspired by this idea of eating well not to lose weight but to live a long healthy life. I initially signed up for her 6 week program, because lets be honest I did not want to commit to longer than that. The way Lisa sets up her program worked so well for me, she makes small changes every week, is available for support and guidance whenever I needed it, and what she asked me to change was completely realistic and pretty easy to do. After the 6 weeks I didn't feel comfortable ending the program because I still had a long way to go with making healthy plant based eating part of my life. So I signed up for another 6 weeks and am SO happy with the results. Without a doubt I can say that Lisa changed my life for the better. And I really can't thank her enough. Every symptom I had before working with Lisa is completely gone. PLUS I am seeing more and more positive results every week that passes. I have lost 10 pounds... and I feel AMAZING! I just completed the 12 week program and am honestly really sad it is over. It was such a positive change to my life and I am so excited to continue to live a plant based lifestyle. read more

I signed up for training and nutrition advice from Lisa in June 2016. I am thrilled. I feel better, I look better, and...I have a ton more energy. Losing weight had not been my goal. I wanted to start moving again (I had not done exercise for years) and I needed guidance to work up slowly to make sure I didn't injure myself. A welcome side effect was that I lost over 30 pounds. I had to get a whole new wardrobe, my clothes were falling off of me. My feet even got smaller. I have a demanding day job and it was questionable how I was going to squeeze work outs into my jam packed schedule. Lisa worked with me on finding a time that was manageable. She intuitively knows when I am so wiped out I just need to be prodded to keep moving...and when to step it up a notch. I am always growing and changing with her help and I love it!!! When my husband saw the changes in me, he started seeing Lisa too. Now he has lost over 50 lb. My favorite thing about Lisa is that she promotes well being with amazing results, results, results!!! read more