My Coaching Philosophy

Expect straightforward, evidence-based advice every step of the way. No crazy diet fads, extreme workouts, or ridiculous behavior changes.

I prioritize sustainability – fostering long-term, balanced habits and practices for your overall health, maintained joyfully and flexibly throughout life.

The “Melanie Wales Foundational Five” is a health framework addressing five major pillars— Eating, Hydration, Movement, Stress, and Sleep, the core aspects of health that most often become imbalanced in modern living. I start here with ALL clients who work with me. We'll examine and enhance your relationship with each pillar, making small changes for impactful results.

Your entire life— the busy schedule, hobbies, injuries, and more— should inform your personalized movement & activity plan.

Even if you’re not an athlete, it’s valuable to think like one when emphasizing well-rounded and functional bodies. My approach will have you work towards your goals while also prioritizing your joint mobility, balance, cardiovascular health, and muscle. I remove the guesswork, offering precise guidance for sustainable results.

Many often embark on their fitness journey fixated on the notion of loss—wanting to shed weight, be smaller, or fit into a certain size. A loss-centered mindset often translates into restrictive diets, intense cardio sessions aimed solely at burning calories, and a constant reliance on the scale to measure success. People frequently express frustration when progress isn't solely reflected in numbers, leading to discouragement and potential abandonment of their fitness endeavors.

By ditching the scale as your only metric, you embrace a new paradigm of victories and progress that go beyond mere numbers. In my coaching approach, success isn't confined to what you see on the scale; it's about the tangible gains of strength, elevated energy levels, discipline, confidence, and improved stress management.

I like to think of a coach-client relationship as a two-way street.

As your coach, I’m here to be your educational resource, cheerleader, and accountability partner.

As my client, I expect nothing more than your honesty, presence, and willingness to try.

While you’re responsible for putting in the effort, remember that every small step counts. No all-or-nothing approach here— if you stumble, we'll navigate it together with compassion.