about me
Hi! I'm Lauren. I am an ex-professional tennis player, former collegiate athlete, 2x National Champion (Go Gators!), and currently the Nutritionist and Exercise Physiologist at the
Miraval Wellness Retreat Center in Austin, TX.
Being an athlete all my life I have learned how best our bodies respond when we are feeding it with the proper ingredients in the form of nutrition, sleep, stress management and movement. My passion for nourishing your body with clean food, (yes, my obsession with spending a lot of time in grocery stores reading ingredient labels), furthering my education in Functional Medicine, and skills with interpersonal relationship development has lead me to following my dream and working with clients to pivot them towards a cleaner, healthier and well balanced lifestyle.
I work with clients 1 on 1 or in a group setting to help create personal nutrition plans and/or exercise regimens catered to your lifestyle. Nutrition can feel overwhelming which is why I am here to help simplify it. Cutting out certain foods is not my approach, but more figuring out what your body needs, replacing certain foods with more nutrient dense ones, and creating a healthy relationship with food. I can't wait to get started on this journey with you!
Experience & Education
2023
Miraval Nutritionist & Exercise Physiologist / functional medicine certification
- Functional medicine workshops- metabolic health, gut health, tips to increase energy levels, sleep education.
- Individualized nutrition and exercise programs
- 1:1 Training and wellness programming
2023
Pepperdine University
University of florida
women's tennis assistant coach
- Co-led two top ten D1 tennis programs - Sweet 16/Elite 8
- Mentor on and off court
- Developed individual practice and training programs
- Nutritional planning for elite level athletes
2020
afpa holistic nutritionist
nasm sports nutrition certification
nasm nutrition certification
2013
Bachelor of sports management
- University of Florida
- 2x National Champion (Women’s Tennis), 5 X All American
- Ranked #1 in NCAA Division 1 College Tennis Rankings
what i can do
awards & Proficiencies
awards and certificates
- academy of functional medicine certification
- inducted into the 2023 florida hall of fame (class of 2013)
- #1 in the country (NCAA D1 tennis)
- afpa / nasm holistic health & sports coach certification
Health & FITNESS
Nutritional Programming
Through 1:1 functional wellness planning I have been able to assist my clients in not only reaching but surpassing their goals of achieving a healthy lifestyle through food modification and finding healthy alternatives.
Strength Training
Implementing the right strength training program based on the individuals body composition. Whether they are trying to gain muscle, lose body fat, maintain their weight, or any combination, I work specifically to ensure that happens.
passions
nutritional guidance
I1:1 nutrition consulting based on your specific goals and needs. Together, we will come up with an effective plan that breaks down your macro-nutrient intake providing you with a lean body composition, Other offerings include grocery shopping, reading labels, protein education, and many other beneficial topics.
fitness coaching
I offer individualized strength and conditioning programing. Whether you are training for an elite level competition or focused on improving flexibility, movement and strength, I can create a program built just for you! Zoom sessions available upon request.
mentor
I will always be your biggest cheerleader and greatest advocate. Being an assistant coach for 5 years, my time was spent motivating, supporting and guiding these young athletes to not only be high performers on the court but also off. You can count on me to be by your side on your wellness journey.
"I am very pleased with the program Lauren put me on to lower my blood pressure and control my diabetes. My blood sugar levels have already dropped from 158-205 to a consistent 90-105."
Ronald Muhammad
Las Vegas, NV
"Lauren! You are an absolute rockstar of information and inspiration! Since working together I have made tremendous progress in my health journey. You give practical ideas, strong guidance, real talk. I have shifted so much in my approach and thinking with you in my corner. Coming into the partnership, I had fear about weight regain, and an unhealthy relationship with food. You are there to answer every question, spot solutions, and cheerlead my progress. No matter the topic, you research, probe, and provide valuable tips. The combination of information and energy is keeping me motivated.
Susan Howe
Nutrition Client
Chicago, IL
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