Aimee received her personal trainer education through the University of Alaska and became nationally recognized through the American Council of Exercise. Certified since 2001, she has developed a focus of working with those who are new to exercise or returning from a lengthy hiatus. She takes great pleasure in assisting people in finding joy through movement and functional strength.

Aimee went on to receive her degree in Nutrition from Bastyr University in Seattle, WA and her Holistic Health Counseling certification through the Institute of Integrative Nutrition in New York City. Holisitc Health Counseling has added the powerful dynamic of understanding reasons behind food choices and has deepened her skills in supporting adherence and results for her clients. While at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, she also received a certificate in Integrative Nutrition through Columbia University Teacher's College. Studying under such leaders as Andrew Weil, Walter Willett, Deepak Chopra, Geneen Roth and Barry Sears deepened her knowledge in dietary theories and treating the whole person. An appreciation of the importance of whole, unrefined foods and the necessity of incorporating these into the hectic American lifestyle is of utmost importance to her. Aimee created VIBRANCE Nutrition and Fitness in 2004 to bring health, vitality, and happiness to those seeking seeking changes in their current lifestyle. She utilizes her skills as a nutrition coach to work closely with her clients and find unique methods that work for the individual, no matter where they are at on their eating and exercise spectrum.

• University of Alaska, Anchorage - Personal Training Certification, 2001
• ACE Certified Personal Trainer since 2001
• Graduate of Bastyr University, Seattle - Major in Nutrition and Minor in Exercise Science and Wellness, 2004
• Graduate of The Institute for Integrative Nutrition - Health Counseling, 2007
• Columbia University Teacher's College - Certificate in Integrative Nutrition, 2007
• Certified Holistic Health Coach, American Association of Drugless Practioners, 2007
• Licensed Primary Sports Nutritionist, National Association of Sports Nutrition, 2009

• Volunteer Nutrition Educator for Seattle chapter of Operation Frontline Adult and Youth classes 2003-2007
• 2010 Featured Athlete for Athleta.
• Completed 7 marathons since 2003, including...
• The Humpy's Marathon in 2006, placing second in Female 25-29 age group
• Qualified for the Boston Marathon at the Eugene Marathon in May, 2008 (3:35:49)
• Boston Marathon, 2010
• Nutrition Program Coordinator for Kenmore Fitness and SELF in Motion (2004-2007)
• Personal Trainer since 2001
• 15+ years experience with preparing healthy, whole foods cuisine

• Emotional Eating
• Sports Nutrition
• Supporting Half and Full Marathoners
• Nutrition Strategies for Busy Professionals
• Goal Setting for Success
• Whole Foods Cooking
• Digestive Disorders
• Food Intolerances - gluten-free, soy-free, dairy-free diets
• Weight Loss
• Women's Strength Training

Dana Dibello 

Hello, my name is Dana.  I am a Holistic Health Counselor, Reiki Practitioner and am currently studying to get my Personal Trainer’s Certification at UCSD.  I am very passionate about health and the food/mood connection.  I have always been an emotional eater.  My mind knew what was healthy and my emotions would tell me otherwise.  I know, first hand, how hard the struggle can be.  I understand the compulsion and the avoidance.  I understand the constant weight struggle and mind tricks.  It was a battle that I lost one too many times before taking control.

This personal struggle combined with a strong will to conquer it was what brought me to the Institute for Integrative Nutrition.  During my time at IIN, I was educated by some of the world's leading experts in health and wellness, including Andrew Weil, MD, Barry Sears, PhD, Walter Willet, MD, Annemarie Colbin, PhD, Joseph Mercola, DO, Geneen Roth and Deepak Chopra. I gained expertise in all of the different dietary theories, eastern and western nutrition, modern health issues, personal growth and development, and health counseling.

Improving my eating habits completely changed all areas of my life. What began with a simple experiment with leafy greens and grains, turned into me uprooting my entire life and fulfilling my dreams.  Once I freed that space in my soul that was so bogged down and stuffed with heavy processed foods, dreams I never knew that I had floated to the surface.  A transformation occurred.  Life and my views on it will never be the same.  I am not here to tell you that change, big or small, is not scary.  But change, or fear of change, does not have to be paralyzing.

I am so passionate about health and all it has done for my life.  I make it my mission to help give back to all who are struggling and willing to take the leap.  A wise man once told me….”without great risk, there will be no great reward”…today that piece of advice continues to guide me and often leaves me in wonder and amazement at all the possibilities we have within, if we dare to look.

I invite you to visit me for a free health consultation to discuss your particular experience and how I can help you to make the changes necessary to live a fulfilling life.  You only get one….let’s make it extraordinary!

 

Education and certification:

·      University of California, San Diego (UCSD) – Certificate in Fitness/Exercise Science, currently attending

·      ACE Personal Trainers Certification – currently studying

·      Columbia University Teacher's College - Certificate in Integrative Nutrition, 2007

·      Certified Holistic Health Coach - American Association of Drugless Practitioners, 2007

·      The Starseed Center for Wellness - Certified Reiki Practitioner, 2007

 

Areas of Expertise:

• Weight Loss

• Enotional Eating