Meet Alisha
Founder of Optimal Health & Nutrition
Alisha is a certified personal trainer, nutrition coach, and founder of Optimal Health & Nutrition. With a background in structured strength training and performance-based programming, she specializes in strength and nutrition strategies that support muscle retention, metabolic health, and long-term vitality.
Alisha works with clients of all ages, from youth athletes to adults navigating demanding careers, family life, and hormonal transitions. In addition to one-on-one and small group training, she provides InBody composition analysis and individualized nutrition coaching. As both a coach and entrepreneur, she is passionate about building a community where education, accountability, and support lead to lasting transformation.
✓ Professional Credentials
- ISSA Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)
- Precision Nutrition Level 1 Coach (PN1)
- ISSA Nutrition Certification
- GGS Menopause Coaching Specialist
★ Continuing Education
- Functional Nutrition Alliance — Advanced Functional Nutrition Coursework
My Coaching Philosophy
My coaching is about much more than workouts or meal plans. Here's what I stand for — and what you can expect when we work together.
Bridge the Gap
I bridge the gap between diet culture and what actually creates sustainable results.
Educate the “Why”
I educate clients so they understand the reasoning behind everything they're doing.
Long-Term Habits
I focus on building long-term habits instead of chasing quick fixes.
Personalized Plans
I create personalized plans that fit each person's real, everyday lifestyle.
Strength That Lasts
I help clients build strength, confidence, and healthier habits that last.
Most fitness advice pushes extremes and quick fixes.
I do the opposite.
— Find your true north.
Balance
No extremes, no crash diets — a sustainable approach that fits into your real, everyday life.
Confidence
Closing the distance between what diet culture pushes and what actually creates lasting results.
Strength That Lasts
Real strength built through coaching that supports your goals both in the gym and in your lifestyle.