Overwhelmed and don’t know where to start?

After the holidays, many people might feel like @BigAdulting—overwhelmed and unsure where to start on their health and fitness journey. Here’s how to take the first steps:

First and foremost, get active. Start by increasing your daily activity. Set a step goal, go for a walk, dance, or find other ways to stay active throughout the day. Incorporate strength training into your routine—aim for at least three hours of exercise each week to build and maintain muscle.

Second, with every meal, include a source of protein and a fruit or vegetable. Protein helps keep you full, supports muscle growth, and aids in recovery. Fruits and vegetables provide fiber, essential micronutrients, and antioxidants to support overall health.

Third, go see your doctor. Your health is your greatest asset—not just for yourself but for your family and loved ones who depend on you. Regular checkups can help catch potential issues early and keep you on track. It’s surprising how often I meet clients with incredible resources who haven’t prioritized a visit to their doctor in years.

Labs I generally have clients request: CBC with diff, CMP, Hemoglobin A1C, Lipid profile, ApoA and ApoB, Thyroid profile, IGF-1, Total and free testosterone, FSH and LH, Estradiol, DHEA-S, SHBG, Vitamin D 25 OH, B12 and folate, Homocysteine, Men over 40 should have a Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test

Take charge of your health today—small, consistent steps lead to big results.

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Eileen Pallotta

Coach

"Habits make history."

Eileen is responsible for guiding clients through personalized coaching that delivers life-changing results through consistency, strategy, and accountability. She manages client progress, provides tailored nutrition guidance, and offers ongoing support and education to ensure every individual feels empowered, understood, and set up for long-term success.

When she’s not coaching clients, you’ll find Eileen throwing weights around in the garage or chasing step goals trying to keep pace with her husband and four kids… most often on the sidelines of various sports fields.

Specialities:

  • BA Journalism and International Business
  • 15+ years Fitness and Nutrition Coach
  • Precision Nutrition Level 1
  • Certified CrossFit Trainer
  • Certified CrossFit Level 3 Trainer
  • CrossFit Level 1 Trainer Certification
  • CrossFit Level 2 Certification
  • CrossFit Kids Trainer Certification
  • CrossFit Nutrition Certification
  • CrossFit Movement and Mobility Trainer Certification
  • CrossFit Goal Setting Trainer Certification
  • CrossFit Olympic Lifting Trainer Certification
  • CrossFit Gymnastics Trainer Certification
  • CrossFit Strongman Trainer Certification
  • CrossFit Running Certification
  • CrossFit Lesson Planning Certification
  • CrossFit Scaling Certification
  • CPR and AED Certified

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