As of February 2021 I became a NASM certified Nutrition and Macro Coach. So what exactly does that mean? A Nutrition Coach is a supportive mentor and wellness authority who helps you feel your best through individual food and lifestyle changes that meet your unique needs and health goals. Instead of focusing on one specific diet or way of living, we focus on your personalized dietary, lifestyle, emotional and physical needs. We work together to help you become the happiest and healthiest version of yourself in a safe and sustainable way. 

Within a few months of coaching, I noticed one similarity amongst my clients: They were focused on everything they couldn’t eat rather than everything that they could. This lead me to change my business model, and focus on Macro Nutrition coaching. Macro coaching is the use of nutrition to help an individual shed weight and stay physically fit. This is accomplished by tracking the volume of carbs, protein and fats that you consume daily. Whether your goals are related to weight loss, performance or improving your relationship with food and ending the perpetual yo-yo dieting cycle – Macro coaching ensures that you are making changes compatible with your lifestyle through guidance and support. 

Macro Coaching Is For You If..
  • You want to learn how to make and maintain sustainable changes
  • You want to feel freedom around food
  • You want to build skills that will allow you to manage your nutrition on your own 
  • You are ready for change 
  • You are ready to quit restrictive dieting 
  • You are ready to put trust in your coach 
  • You are ready to feel comfortable and confident in your own skin 
  • You are ready to let go of food labeling 
  • You are ready to shift your focus beyond the scale and focus on how you feel as a whole 
  • You are ready to make a serious change and put in the commitment to do so! 
Macro Coaching Is Not For You If
  • You are looking for a quick fix
  • You want a strict regime and meal plan with food you can and can’t eat
  • You are not ready or willing to change 
Getting Started

The hardest part is getting started, and let me tell you-there is never a right time. Nobody likes change, nobody likes the unknown and nobody likes spending without instant gratification. As a working single mother, I fully understand that everyone has different schedules, commitments and goals which is why I offer a few ways that we can work together:

One Time Personalized Custom Macro Count ($50) : Interested in exploring Macro counting without fully committing to a program? This option is for you! Includes: 

  • A detailed guide on what Macros are and how to track them
  • Personalized Macro count calculated around your Data, Diet History, Body composition, Lifestyle, Goals and more. **please note this option does not include 1:1 coaching***

Online Nutrition Coaching: If you are ready to commit to change and dive in deep, you’ve reached the right place. Choose from 4 weeks ($329) or 12 weeks ($699) This option includes: 

  • Initial consultation (30-40 minute phone call)
  • A detailed guide on what Macros are and how to track them 
  • Custom Macros and weekly check-ins (Where I asses your progress, offer guidance, answer any questions and make adjustments as needed based upon your progress)
  • Weekly check ins via email to help you stay on track
  • Unlimited email communication to answer questions
  • Shared access and collaborative analysis utilizing your food tracker app of choice (You will be responsible for tracking your weight, measurements and taking progress photos so that you can see your progress) 

**Please note:  This is not a restrictive diet plan. This Macro Nutrition coaching program was built to help you learn how to incorporate your favorite foods into your diet while making progress toward your goal. 

Based upon your BMI, If you are not a candidate to be dieting or be in a calorie deficit, I will recommend that we focus on a reverse dieting. Reverse dieting is slowly increasing your food intake after a calorie-restricted diet to promote long-term weight maintenance. If this is something that concerns you, please contact me prior to signing up as refunds are not accepted. 

**Coaching spots are limited and based upon the application process which can be found here. Once submitted, Mercedes will be in touch within 24-48 hours.**

My Approach

A different approach
I practice a holistic approach to health and wellness, which means that I look at how all areas of your life are connected. Is a void in your life causing you to overeat? Does lack of sleep or low energy prevent you from working out in the morning? As we work together, we dive deep into all aspects of your life and come up with an attainable game-plan for change.

Bio-individuality The concept of bio-individuality is that each person has his or her own food and lifestyle needs. So, when experts say, “dairy is good for you” or “fat is unhealthy,” it doesn’t apply to everyone. My approach is not “cookie cutter” or one size fits all. A low carb high fat diet that worked for your best friend two years ago doesn’t mean that it will work for you. Working on the principle of bio-individuality, I’ll support you in making positive changes that are based on your unique health and wellness needs.

Forms Of Nourishment
We are not only nourished by the food we eat, but by many other factors: Healthy relationships, fulfilling careers, regular physical activity and spiritual awareness. When these are balanced, It helps you sustain a healthier lifestyle as a whole.