Hi! I'm Tara - your low carb, health + wellness obsessed Certified Holistic Health Coach!
Let's get one thing straight...healthy never came natural to me. Unfortunately, I was never super genetically blessed in the weight department. I gained weight at the drop of a bagel and at the glance of a perfectly delicious loaf of sourdough bread (le sigh). My weight gain was always very quickly visible on my 5'4 frame - something I was very self-conscious about for most of my life.
I had always eaten a diet consisting primarily of processed packaged snacks, refined carbohydrates & sugar. Mind you, this was of no fault to anyone - this was just the normal standard American diet! I constantly experienced chronic inflammation, bloat, digestive issues, horrible mood swings, depression, anxiety, ovarian cysts, severe asthma and over time - constant weight gain. I had zero idea that these health issues were related to my diet and lifestyle.
I would start diet after diet and always quit 1-2 weeks in, without fail. I assumed healthy was just "hard" and unattainable. I ultimately accepted that gaining weight and feeling like complete crap was just "normal" as you got older. After a milestone birthday, however, I was scrolling through pictures from my birthday gathering. Mid scroll - I stopped dead in my tracks. Was that unhappy, overweight, insecure girl really ME? How did I not notice what was happening right before my very eyes? I had let myself gain over 30+ pounds. I couldn't remember the last time I was truly happy. I felt truly lost in all aspects of life and felt like it was hopeless. That was IT for me! I decided that I needed a long-term solution and I needed to start right away.
Enter the Keto Diet.
Cheese, bacon, salads, lettuce wrapped burgers, steak, green veggies?! Did I say cheese?! I researched Keto until my eyes blurred. Did I just uncover the yummiest, craziest diet EVER?!
I decided to begin immediately. Long story short - 2+ years later, I'm 50+ pounds down and my life has done a complete 180. I discovered that keto was the entry way for me to retrain my habits, ditch sugar and learn about blood sugar balance. I've now adopted a low carb lifestyle that I've learned to sustain and I can honestly say, I feel the best I've ever felt in my entire life. I feel better now in my 30's than I do when I was 20. Go Figure! Now I'd write every juicy detail for you but I'll let you experience that for yourself since you are about to embark on a transformative journey of your own using the very same principles that helped me! *No, you do NOT need to be keto or do keto, I work with literally anyone. Any human can benefit from what I'm about to teach you.
OK, OK...here are some sneak peeks of things you may experience:
So why work with a dedicated Health Coach if you can google things yourself & follow Karen on her instagram? Well, for one - I approach low carb/balanced eating very differently. As said before, I make this plan adaptable according to your lifestyle, personal preferences and personal health goals. Keto/low carb/health isn't a one size fit all regimen, it can look very different from person to person. For two - health & fat loss journeys aren't easy! When you learn to nourish & fuel your body properly (and in a more body-loving way), food won't be used as your band-aid anymore - your crutch. You'll be forced to face emotions, stressors and well, the hard stuff you've been holding onto. And you'll have to heal without turning to kit kats & a big ole bowl of pasta (my fav!). Times will get tough during your health & wellness journey...your brain WILL play tricks on you and you'll almost certainly want to give up (because your brain will be trying to keep you safe).
That's where I come in! As your accountability partner, I provide personalized support and guidance to ensure that you keep going and get the results you truly deserve. Together, we'll work through those limiting thoughts, beliefs, stalls and frustrations. We'll discuss healthy ways to balance stress when the front rolls in. We'll connect regularly and properly celebrate your wins, too! (Because babe, there will be PLENTY of those!) We'll adjust your plan as needed to ensure you are getting the most out of your new lifestyle. And last, but certainly not least, you'll be left with a framework for a totally sustainable, healthy lifestyle vs. a quick fix diet.
If any of this sounds exciting, you're in the right place.
If any of this sounds scary, you're really in the right place. Transformation does not come without fear! (it's why most people don't start in the first place!)
Schedule your FREE introductory session with me to learn more about my program! I have options for every budget, schedule and preference.
Click the button below to get started.
I had always eaten a diet consisting primarily of processed packaged snacks, refined carbohydrates & sugar. Mind you, this was of no fault to anyone - this was just the normal standard American diet! I constantly experienced chronic inflammation, bloat, digestive issues, horrible mood swings, depression, anxiety, ovarian cysts, severe asthma and over time - constant weight gain. I had zero idea that these health issues were related to my diet and lifestyle.
I would start diet after diet and always quit 1-2 weeks in, without fail. I assumed healthy was just "hard" and unattainable. I ultimately accepted that gaining weight and feeling like complete crap was just "normal" as you got older. After a milestone birthday, however, I was scrolling through pictures from my birthday gathering. Mid scroll - I stopped dead in my tracks. Was that unhappy, overweight, insecure girl really ME? How did I not notice what was happening right before my very eyes? I had let myself gain over 30+ pounds. I couldn't remember the last time I was truly happy. I felt truly lost in all aspects of life and felt like it was hopeless. That was IT for me! I decided that I needed a long-term solution and I needed to start right away.
Enter the Keto Diet.
Cheese, bacon, salads, lettuce wrapped burgers, steak, green veggies?! Did I say cheese?! I researched Keto until my eyes blurred. Did I just uncover the yummiest, craziest diet EVER?!
I decided to begin immediately. Long story short - 2+ years later, I'm 50+ pounds down and my life has done a complete 180. I discovered that keto was the entry way for me to retrain my habits, ditch sugar and learn about blood sugar balance. I've now adopted a low carb lifestyle that I've learned to sustain and I can honestly say, I feel the best I've ever felt in my entire life. I feel better now in my 30's than I do when I was 20. Go Figure! Now I'd write every juicy detail for you but I'll let you experience that for yourself since you are about to embark on a transformative journey of your own using the very same principles that helped me! *No, you do NOT need to be keto or do keto, I work with literally anyone. Any human can benefit from what I'm about to teach you.
OK, OK...here are some sneak peeks of things you may experience:
- Increased confidence & an immense positive mental shift.
- Energy for yourself, for LIFE & for your loved ones again (imagine chasing your kids/dog/cat/hamster/chia pet without getting winded. With our plan, you'll feel like the energizer bunny without needing a mid-day nap!)
- Your sexy-ass clothes finally fitting again.
- That pesky number on the scale to DROP and be GONE.
- Your body fat literally shedding off (along with old layers of emotional baggage that you've been holding onto as well since well, your weight isn't a shield anymore!). You'll also be balancing your blood sugar levels and improving insulin sensitivities (they key to losing weight and KEEPING IT OFF!)
- REALLY delicious food completely free of guilt & shame! Yes, fries and cookies are included.
- A plan to make your new endeavor a sustainable "lifestyle" (Yes, I'm totally flexible with my clients. I won't let you feel restricted while rocking back in forth in a corner with your celery sticks and kale (although if that's your thing, then by all means have at it!) Treat meals & healthy balance is encouraged! Everything in moderation.
- More blissful balance & true alignment, in all areas of your life
So why work with a dedicated Health Coach if you can google things yourself & follow Karen on her instagram? Well, for one - I approach low carb/balanced eating very differently. As said before, I make this plan adaptable according to your lifestyle, personal preferences and personal health goals. Keto/low carb/health isn't a one size fit all regimen, it can look very different from person to person. For two - health & fat loss journeys aren't easy! When you learn to nourish & fuel your body properly (and in a more body-loving way), food won't be used as your band-aid anymore - your crutch. You'll be forced to face emotions, stressors and well, the hard stuff you've been holding onto. And you'll have to heal without turning to kit kats & a big ole bowl of pasta (my fav!). Times will get tough during your health & wellness journey...your brain WILL play tricks on you and you'll almost certainly want to give up (because your brain will be trying to keep you safe).
That's where I come in! As your accountability partner, I provide personalized support and guidance to ensure that you keep going and get the results you truly deserve. Together, we'll work through those limiting thoughts, beliefs, stalls and frustrations. We'll discuss healthy ways to balance stress when the front rolls in. We'll connect regularly and properly celebrate your wins, too! (Because babe, there will be PLENTY of those!) We'll adjust your plan as needed to ensure you are getting the most out of your new lifestyle. And last, but certainly not least, you'll be left with a framework for a totally sustainable, healthy lifestyle vs. a quick fix diet.
If any of this sounds exciting, you're in the right place.
If any of this sounds scary, you're really in the right place. Transformation does not come without fear! (it's why most people don't start in the first place!)
Schedule your FREE introductory session with me to learn more about my program! I have options for every budget, schedule and preference.
Click the button below to get started.