Understanding Ashley’s Work
And how it helps you…
Physiology + Psychology 🧬🧠
In a nutshell, I specialize in the physiological and psychological factors that influence women’s behaviors with food and exercise.
This work looks different for everyone. But, it often includes:
—Understanding how certain foods and food combinations affect hunger, fullness, and cravings 🍽️.(I.e. Metabolic Nutrition)
—Unpacking how the diet & fad exercise culture has shaped beliefs about food & exercise—such as all-or-nothing thinking, shame, and labeling foods as “good” or “bad.” 🍪
—Can include exploring how your relationship with your body influences how you eat and move🏃♂️🥗
—Recognizing how female physiology 🧬(including menopausal physiology)—can respond differently to various eating and exercise approaches.
Long-Term Habit Change 🌿
I also focus on long-term habit change—what actually works in real life, not in theory.
That means learning how to eat and exercise in a way that fits your unique body, preferences, and lifestyle, rather than forcing yourself into someone else’s rules.
In addition, learning practical strategies for managing cravings in real life, 🍫🛠️ instead of white-knuckling through and then rebounding.
Long-Term Success Is Not About Needing More Willpower 💡
Most people think they need more willpower. ❌
In reality, sustainable change comes from setting up your environment, habits, and expectations so you need less of it—not more.
How My Work Is Different From A Health Coach🌿
As a Health Behavior Change Specialist, I go much deeper than typical health coaching.
I bring a strong understanding of America’s dieting and fitness culture 🍪🏋️♀️—and how the thoughts, emotions, and beliefs it creates shape our behaviors around food and movement.
I also bring deep expertise in how the relationship we have with our body 🪞❤️ can influence our internal dialogue, self-trust, and behaviors. (*This may be more or less relevant depending on the person.)
In addition, I bring a very thorough understanding of food and exercise science 🧬, including how metabolism, nutrition, and physiology influence our behaviors and results.