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    How do I Look Great and Feel Great?

    enApril 18, 2022

    About this Episode

    To learn more about The Flex Fam Membership, visit https://theflexfam.com/ Join Rachel’s weekly newsletter: https://www.metflexlife.com/newsletter  In this episode, Rachel discusses practical tips for both well-rounded nutrition and consistent physical activity. Rachel Gregory is a Board-Certified Nutritionist, Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Podcaster, and founder of MetFlex Life. She is also the author of the international best-selling book, "21-Day Ketogenic Diet Weight Loss Challenge." Rachel received her Master’s Degree in Nutrition & Exercise Physiology from James Madison University and Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Medicine from the University of Miami. Rachel completed the first-ever human clinical trial looking at the effects of the Ketogenic Diet in non-elite CrossFit athletes, which is published in the International Journal of Sports and Exercise Medicine.

    Currently, in her day-to-day coaching business, Rachel guides her clients to becoming the best, most confident version of themselves. She has a passion for educating those dedicated to optimizing their physical and mental well-being while improving long-term health and fitness goals. Her most popular course, Keto for Women, has helped women all across the world learn how to ditch the restrictive, all-or-nothing mindset associated with keto and instead thrive through the power of metabolic flexibility.

    You can connect and learn more about Rachel's work by visiting her website www.metflexlife.com 

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