Gayle DeCarlo, NBC-HWC

For 25 years, I was caught in the cycle of yo-yo dieting. Each new diet promised quick fixes, but the reality was the opposite—every attempt left me gaining more weight. After each diet, I’d dive into all the “forbidden” foods I’d deprived myself of, starting the cycle all over again. Can you relate to this struggle?

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By 2006, I reached my breaking point. I realized the endless diets weren’t working—not for my weight, my health, or my peace of mind. Along with the weight gain, my cholesterol was rising, and I knew I needed a change. This time, it wasn’t about fitting into a certain size or following the latest fad diet. It was about creating a sustainable, healthy lifestyle to support my long-term well-being.

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That’s when I discovered the real issue: my relationship with food and fitness. My “all-or-nothing” mindset was sabotaging me. I started paying attention to not just what I was eating but also the thoughts and beliefs I held about food and exercise. By shifting my mindset and embracing balance, I found freedom. The weight began to come off naturally—not because I was chasing a number on the scale, but because I was prioritizing my health. It was a transformative journey.

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This experience inspired me to help others break free from the same struggles. I became a National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC), a NASM Certified Personal Trainer, a Certified Lifestyle Medicine Coach through the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, and a Precision Nutrition Level 1 Coach.

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My passion is to inspire and empower people to take life-changing steps toward managing their weight with ease, building a healthy relationship with food and fitness, and living vibrant, fulfilling lives.