“Happy Calories^®” is a whimsical expression I coined to describe one’s relationship to food. One long-ago day, after hearing a Pilates client rehash the same negative self-talk over and over again, I finally exclaimed, “Look - it’s not about the chocolate. It’s about your relationship to the chocolate. “Happy Calories” don’t count!" This concept went on to become formalized into my proven, signature 5-Step “Happy Calories Don’t Count^®” method. While the traditional, cultural “diet and exercise” model uses calories as a “currency of exchange” between food and exercise (or weight gain), Happy Calories^® refers specifically to one’s relationship with food. When dealing with the physical movement side of things, I speak of “Happy Exercise^®.”

Happy Calories Don't Count^® is not a diet. It is a framework for optimizing weight loss and well-being in a sustainable way. Happy Calories Don't Count^® is an entirely different underlying core model than the conventional, traditional, cultural "diet and exercise" model of weight loss.

This program focuses on body optimization and total well-being. That said, by following the 5-Steps of the Happy Calories Don't Count^® approach, clients often experience weight loss as a bonus side effect.

While specific results can never be guaranteed, I have personally experienced - and witnessed in my clients - the amazing transformation this approach facilitates. The method was developed by reverse-engineering the process I discovered from healing my own painful - and life-threatening - issues surrounding food, exercise, my body and my weight. By following the 5 Steps of the Happy Calories Don’t Count^® Method, you will find freedom from food and exercise issues, enhance your self-esteem, feel more confident in your body, optimize your physical results, and improve your overall well-being and happiness. And if you need help, I'm here to guide and support you every step of the way!

While each program was created for the same purpose (to help you heal and transform your relationships with food, exercise, your body and yourself while optimizing physical results), their form and functions are quite different. When it doubt, start with the Quick Start Class. That will teach you the basics and guide you toward next steps.