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Barbara Birke

My key passion in life is this: ‘I want to support people in reaching their individual Optimum through nutrition strategies, movement and simple and sustainable healthy habits’.

I am a nutritionist with a broader perspective. My knowledge and education base, which ranges from Sports Science (DSHS, Germany) with a focus on Psychology and Motivation, to Holistic Nutrition (BCHN, USA) and further education in Holistic Health, allows me to take a truly holistic approach.
I have many, many years of varied and deep experience. I worked with athletes, I have helped people regain their health, I have worked in a global corporation, I have supported busy people – from board members to multi-tasking parents – to make it work and find THEIR individual Optimum You.

What they all have in common is this: the only thing that truly works in finding and sticking with their own Optimum is consistent, high quality habits that are personalized, holistic and simple. No cookie cutter solutions…

TOGETHER, WE'LL FIND YOUR THRIVE!

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PURPOSE

STEP 1

Tap into YOUR Purpose to fuel your personal growth.

AWARENESS

STEP 2

Create Awareness of where you are at and where you want to grow.

MOVE

STEP 3

Develop a personalized Move routine and activate it with Self-Empowerment.

NOURISH

STEP 4

Build YOUR Nourish recipe and sustain your good habits with Self-Empowerment.

RENEW

STEP 5

Connect to yourself daily with a Renew repertoire and sustain yourself with Self-Empowerment

SELF-EMPOWERMENT

PURPOSE

STEP 1

Tap into YOUR Purpose to fuel your personal growth.

AWARENESS

STEP 2

Create Awareness of where you are at and where you want to grow.

MOVE

STEP 3

Develop a personalized Move routine and activate it with Self-Empowerment.

NOURISH

STEP 4

Build YOUR Nourish recipe and sustain your good habits with Self-Empowerment.

RENEW

STEP 5

Connect to yourself daily with a Renew repertoire and sustain yourself with Self-Empowerment

SELF-EMPOWERMENT

SUCCESS STORIES

I was initially skeptical about working remotely, but after an initial conversation with Barbara by phone, I was persuaded that it could work for me. And it did! With Barbara as my guide and accountability coach, I cleaned up my diet and established a sustainable fitness routine over the course of a few months. Barbara is super-knowledgeable about nutrition, takes a sensible and personalized approach, and helped me make the changes I wanted to make but hadn't found the willpower to carry through. Thanks to Barbara, I'm proud to say that I'm eating better, going to the gym regularly and feeling comfortable in my clothes again. I recommend her highly!
Hannah Kuhn
Barbara is a very knowledgeable and well-rounded nutritionist. She has made the path to good health far less intimidating than I expected! She has helped me understand not only what I can do to feel better but why I should maintain good health practices.
LeeAnn McLennan
LeeAnn McLennan
I teach pilates and I run a lot – I am active all day. I thought I am eating fairly healthy and felt in pretty great shape. And the way I feel now is still so much better! I feel light, I am full of energy, I run faster and longer, I can run and then go back to pilates without feeling beat and tired… And I lost these last 4 pounds without even trying. And the biggest and most impactful change is that I found connections between my foods and my migraines and how I can support myself. I will be working further with Barbara on how to make this stick and how to feel this way for the rest of my life. I am so glad I started working with Barbara and can only recommend her
Karen Johnson
Karen Johnson
I just finished a three week cleanse with Barbara and she was amazing! She is knowledgeable, understanding and supportive. She could relate to my struggles with being a full time working mom of two, which I really appreciated. What I thought would be very difficult was actually quite easy due to Barbara. She was always available to help me with questions, or offer suggestions with my diet. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking to detox, improve their nutrition, or all around becoming a healthier person.
Shelby Walker
Shelby Walker
I have been struggling with my weight since the birth of my first child, five years ago. It has been a constant struggle of dieting, exercising, but always going back to my same habits. A month ago, I started putting myself first and that first step was having a consultation with Barbara Birke. She was so kind and understanding of where I was and immediately put together a plan for me based on what would work for me and my busy lifestyle. The immediate results were amazing. It hasn’t been long, but the plan she put together has allowed me to get a handle on my weight and has given me the tools I need to rid my body of this extra pounds – and I also feel amazing! I would encourage anyone that is done trying to fix themselves with limited to no results to reach out to Barbara to make themselves better.
Kirsten Ashmore
Kirsten Ashmore
Barbara has a clear ability to listen to my needs and goals as her client. Each meeting with Barbara she referred back to the main goals that I had set at the first meeting. The consultations with Barbara are gentle. She comes from a place of non judgment, humor and understanding. She creates a plan of eating and health that seems clear and easy. I really feel on target towards health. I am already looking forward to my next appointment.
Steph Noble
Steph Noble
I originally came to Barbara with complaints related to of lack of energy and arthritis pain. Barbara suggested a non-inflammatory diet.Over a period of months, we worked through an elimination diet, testing my sensitivity to foods such as dairy and gluten. Not only was Barbara professional and knowledgeable, she was also extremely supportive by offering supplementary articles, personal emails, and advice. I feel so much better and I learned a lot about how to manage my own food sensitivities. I recommend her without reservation.
Molly Jones
I participated in a one week cleanse.It was challenging the first few days, but I felt stronger and better by the end of the week. Through the process I became much more aware of the food I was taking in. Since the cleanse, I kept many of the practices. I have worked out regularly for years and was never able to lose weight. Five weeks later I feel better than ever. I have lost 18 pounds. The combination of exercise with the right diet was key. I would highly recommend Barbara as a nutritional guide and the cleanse as a break from habit and a new look and awareness of your diet.
Steve Vincent
Steve Vincent
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