Weight Optimization
We are changing the conversation around weight loss. 
Weight Optimization is the concept that it's not just about weight loss. 

We don't really care about the number on the scale or your BMI (body mass index).

Instead we care about your overall body composition.

We want to:
- reduce visceral fat (the metabolically toxic fat inside your abdomen around your organs; think - fatty liver),

- maximize skeletal muscle mass (so we are fat burning machines!),

- reduce body fat mass to optimize our health, balance our hormones, and

- feel great (physically, mentally, & emotionally) with lots of energy! 

Plus, it sets us up to be healthier and more mobile with less dis-ease as we age, which improves our quality of life. 

Because THAT is the ultimate goal!
"Break up with your scale and BMI as the only markers of health!"
- Dr. Canfield, MD, BCFM
Check out Dr. Canfield's Website

This workshop is for you if:

  • You've tried ALL the things to lose weight. 
  • You're ready to make change - even if they are just baby steps. (Baby steps are the best!)
  • What you used to do to maintain your weight is no longer working. 
  • You're working out a lot but you are still 'soft' and not toned. 
  • You think your hormones are out of balance. 
  • You don't want a quick fix, but you're tired of doing all the 'right things' without any progress. 
  • You want science-backed education about how to optimize your metabolism so you can optimize your weight and keep it that way!
"Your health is your biggest asset!"
Christiane Matey, MSHS, RDN, LDN, ABAAHP
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The 10 Critical Lessons You'll Learn

Lesson One: Hormones and your Metabolism

Dr. Canfield will give an overview of how your metabolism is a 'hormonal soup' and how your hormones interact with each other. This is Metabolism 101!

Lesson Two: Mind Set

Christiane Matey will get to the basics of habit changes and mindset of making change. Baby steps count!

Lesson Three: Stress Management

Managing stress is one of the very first ways to improve your metabolism and fat burning capability. Learn why Cortisol, when too high, can block fat burning. Learn how to manage stress.

Lesson Four: Sleep

If your sleep is poor, no matter what you do with your diet and lifestyle, you may not see any improvement with weight optimization. Learn how to optimize your sleep!

Lesson Five: Gut Health

Dr. Canfield and Christiane will touch upon gut health and why it is essential to have a healthy gut in order to optimize your metabolism.

Lesson Six: Diet: Hydration & Nutrition

Let's get to the basics of why drinking enough water with electrolytes and eating the right combination of fats, carbohydrates, and proteins (macros) is key to weight optimization. 

Lesson Seven: Biohacking your Metabolism

Dr. Canfield will take a look at the gadgets that help us follow and track how our metabolism is changing. Most importantly, we will go over why knowing your body composition (fat mass, lean mass, hydration) is essential in successfully optimization your weight. 

Lesson Eight: Supplements

An overview of our favorite, safe supplements to help support your weight optimization journey. 

Lesson Nine: Medications for Weight Loss

The good, the bad and ugly of weight loss medications and what Dr. Canfield recommends.

Lesson Ten: Exercise & Physical Activity 

Baker Wusterbarth goes over the different types of exercising and when each is appropriate and what to look for in a coach or trainer. Also, how you can safely get started on your own fitness journey.


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