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Managing stress

Stress is often an overlooked factor in health and fitness, yet evidence consistently links stress to heart disease.

For instance, a study published in Nature Reviews Cardiology highlights the direct pathways by which stress affects cardiovascular health, emphasizing the importance of stress management (Steptoe & Kivimäki, 2012, PMID: 22975465).

Another study found that chronic stress influences the nervous system, which can elevate blood pressure and heart rate, two major risk factors for heart disease (Cohen et al., 2016, PMID: 27324160).

More studies are finding that exercise can be as effective as medication in managing depression and anxiety.

For example, a study published in The British Journal of Sports Medicine supports the idea that exercise can be as effective as antidepressants for managing mild-to-moderate depression and related symptoms of stress and anxiety.

Additionally, exercise demonstrated a high level of participant acceptance, as measured by low dropout rates compared to medication alone​ (Recchia et al., 2022, PMID: 36113975).

Another effective tool for managing stress is having meaningful relationships–people with strong social networks are less prone to depression and anxiety (Holt-Lunstad et al., 2010, PMID: 20668659).

Also people who tend to have resolutions or similar goals as friends tend to be more likely to be committed to them (Reblin et al., 2008, PMID: 18332671).

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Tatum Sharp

Director of Social Media

"For there is always light, if only we're brave enough to see it, if only we're brave enough to be it."
- Amanda Gorman

Tatum is the mastermind behind Jacob Zemer’s social media. Every post you come across has its journey through her creative touch. From crafting compelling content and refining videos and reels to composing captivating captions, overseeing videographers, and meticulously planning release schedules – she’s constantly immersed in curating the Jacob Zemer content that captivates our audience!

Away from the digital buzz of social media, Tatum enjoys taking the stage, wielding her bass in her hardcore band, Volition, and indulges her passion for all things horror by frequently cozying up with scary movies.

Specialities:

  • BS Exercise Science minor in Communications
  • EXOS Performance Specialist
  • ACE Group Fitness
  • Creative writing
  • Visual communication

Elise Ladaw

Director of Coaching

“Science is Stronger”

Elise’s primary role as Director of Coaching is to ensure that the coaching business runs smoothly and is driven by science based principles concerning nutrition and exercise science. Her goal is to continually work to enhance the overall client experience, educate the clientele, monitor key performance indicators related to the coaching services, and foster a company culture of continuous learning among coaching staff.

When Elise is not helping the company with all things coaching she is either in the gym lifting weights or taking long walks through the grocery store finding new tasty and macro friendly nutrition products.


Specialities:

  • BAS Food Science 
  • NQ NPC Figure Competitor 
  • ACE CPT 
  • J3 University

Michelle Freedman

Chief of Operations

“Practice not perfection”

Michelle holds a crucial position in supervising the daily operations, aiming for operational efficiency, fostering growth, and contributing to the achievement of the organization’s strategic objectives. Beyond providing structure, Michelle is actively involved in coaching and managing social media activities.

Away from refining policies and operations at Jake Zemer, LLC, you’ll discover Michelle outdoors, often barefoot with her kettlebells, engaging in adventures alongside her husband, two children, and two bulldogs.

Specialities:

  • BFA Graphic Design 
  • 10 years Corporate Fitness Management 
  • ACE CPT & GFI 
  • ACE Nutrition Specialist 
  • Kettlebell Master Instructor 
  • FMS I & II
  • USA Weightlifting 
  • Pre/Post Natal Certified  
  • TRX 
  • Schwinn & Maddog Cycling