Nutrition
Nutrition is a crucial part of any weight loss journey—after all, you unfortunately can’t “out-exercise your fork.” At Strong with Sarah, you’ll be paired with an online nutrition coach who simplifies nutrition and helps you create balanced meals that you enjoy while losing weight.
Our approach to nutrition coaching isn’t about obsessing over every calorie or buying an exhaustive list of ingredients for complicated recipes. Instead, we focus on sustainability—promoting easy calorie and macro tracking and building healthy habits that fit into your busy lifestyle.
On this page, you’ll discover the positive changes you can expect when working with our expert online nutrition coaches.
What Is Mindful Nutrition?
At Strong with Sarah, we focus on mindful nutrition, helping you become aware of both your food choices and the emotions that drive them. Stress eating, often triggered by a hectic lifestyle or heavy workload, can be managed by making intentional choices that nourish both your body and mind.
Sustainability is a huge part of the journey. We believe in learning to enjoy all foods while making healthier decisions, and incorporating seamless habits into your daily routine.
We understand that for many of us, accountability is the key to successful weight loss. This is why we provide accountability via logging calories/macros in MyFitnessPal, or by using photos/written descriptions of your food intake directly in our coaching app.
Nutrition as a Part of Weight Loss Coaching
When you join Strong with Sarah, nutrition coaching will be a huge part of any plan you choose, from Silver to Platinum. Clients start with one of two “tracks” in terms of nutrition. Here is a breakdown of both components of nutrition coaching:
Healthy Habits
At Strong with Sarah, the Healthy Habits approach to nutrition focuses on gradual, sustainable changes that build a strong foundation for long-term success. Unlike tracking calories and macros, this method is ideal for those looking to make meaningful improvements without the stress of constant calorie counting.
We begin by introducing one healthy habit at a time, focusing on consistency over a two to three week time period. This allows your body to adapt, and together with your accountability coach, we assess your progress before adding new habits or building upon the existing ones. This personalized approach ensures that each habit is tailored to your unique lifestyle, areas of opportunity, and goals.
Examples of healthy habits include aiming for 10,000 steps daily, drinking 100 ounces of water, eating 4 servings of fruits and veggies daily, or eating only when experiencing true physical hunger, among others. These habits are designed to fit seamlessly into your life, promoting sustainable weight loss and overall wellness.
Instead of tracking calories in MyFitnessPal, healthy habits clients add photos or written descriptions of everything they eat and drink to our coaching app, Everfit. This provides accountability so that we, as your coaches, see everything you eat and drink without needing to count calories or macros.
Tracking Macros
At Strong with Sarah, the second track that some clients begin with in terms of nutrition is tracking macros/calories. The Macro/Calorie approach is designed for those wanting faster results and a better understanding of their nutritional intake from a data perspective.
Based on your height, weight, activity level, and nutrition preferences, we calculate your ideal calorie and protein, carbohydrate, and fat levels. Using the MyFitnessPal app, you and your coach can monitor your food intake in real-time. As you track your calories per day, your nutrition coach will analyze the results and adjust your goals accordingly.
While tracking macros can be an effective short-term strategy for weight loss, we understand it isn’t a long-term solution for everyone. That’s why we encourage clients who begin tracking in MyFitnessPal to transition to the Healthy Habits approach with the support of your online nutrition coach, ensuring sustainable weight loss and lifelong wellness.
Healthy Meals
Preparing nutritious meals that support weight loss while feeding your family doesn’t have to feel overwhelming or time-consuming. In our busy lives, organizing healthy meals can feel like a challenge, but it’s possible to create delicious and nutritious dishes in just 20 minutes.
With Strong with Sarah, you will receive a new healthy recipe e-book each month that contains mouth-watering recipes, while learning about the benefits of quick, healthy family meals firsthand.
With the right approach, you can enjoy meals that are both convenient and good for your health.
Meet Our Team
Victoria Burgess
Accountability Coach
Ph.D. in Health and Human Performance
Sports Nutritionist
Victoria is dedicated to helping you overcome challenges and reach your weight loss goals. She offers valuable expertise in online nutrition coaching.
Victoria also teaches Exercise and Sports Nutrition at Concordia University and Nova Southeastern University.
Her genuine empathy and extensive knowledge make her an exceptional partner in your journey to a healthier you.
Britt Brandon
Health and Wellness Coach
Nutrition Coach
Author of 22 books on health-related topics
With over 20 years in the health and wellness field, Britt is here at Strong with Sarah to help you achieve your fitness goals.
Her extensive experience includes working with thousands of clients worldwide, collaborating with Duke University, and publishing 22 health books.
As your online nutrition coach, Britt combines her deep expertise with a balanced approach to wellness.
Mindful Nutrition Testimonials (Including Clients After Working with Us)
Are you wondering how nutrition coaching can help you? Check out the progress of our existing and previous clients who learned and benefitted from sustainable eating to maintain and lose their weight:
Testimonial 1
“In an industry that often promises unrealistic weight loss with gimmicks, it was refreshing to hear the real deal from Sarah. Her support and non-judgmental approach helped me make better decisions. In three months, I lost 15 pounds and think about food much less. Highly recommend!”
Testimonial 2
“Accountability, mindset training, and new habits helped me lose weight without counting calories. Though some changes were slow, they are now part of my daily routine. I no longer eat mindlessly and make smarter choices. As a mom of three, this sustainable approach was exactly what I needed.”
Testimonial 3
“With Sarah’s support during postpartum, I returned to my pre-pregnancy healthy weight and fit into my normal clothes. Her coaching provided the support I needed, and the regular calls helped troubleshoot any roadblocks. I highly recommend her program for effective postpartum recovery.”
Ready to transform your health with expert guidance?