The co-founder of Precision Nutrition, John Berardi, PhD, is a trained exercise physiologist and nutritional biochemist. He earned his doctorate at the University of Western Ontario, studying under renowned sport nutrition researcher Dr. Peter Lemon. He also holds an undergraduate degree from Lock Haven University and a master’s degree from Eastern Michigan University. He’s a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA).
In both 2012 and 2013, Dr. Berardi was ranked one of the top 100 most influential people in fitness by Greatist.com. In 2015, Livestrong.com selected Dr. Berardi as one of the 20 smartest coaches in the world.
Dr. Berardi has served as an assistant adjunct professor at the University of Texas at Austin and a course instructor for Eastern Michigan University and the University of Western Ontario. He teaches exercise science, nutrient metabolism, fitness and wellness, and exercise nutrition.
The co-developer of Precision Nutrition Coaching, Dr. Berardi has helped more than 100,000 people in 100+ countries change habits and reach their health and fitness goals. He’s coached hundreds of amateur and professional athletes who, between 2006 and 2012, collected more than 30 medals, including 15 golds.
Dr. Berardi has authored or coauthored more than half a dozen nutrition books, including Scrawny to Brawny (2005), Metabolism Advantage (2006), The Precision Nutrition System (2007), Gourmet Nutrition (2008), The Essentials of
Sport and Exercise Nutrition (2009), The Essentials of Nutrition and Coaching (2019), and Changemaker (2019).
Dr. Berardi’s research and expertise covers a wide range of disciplines from online coaching to probiotics and mood. For the last 25 years, he’s traveled the world to teach the latest in health, fitness, and nutrition science at hundreds of conferences. He serves as an advisor to Apple, Equinox, Nike, and Titleist.
A dual American-Canadian citizen, Dr. Berardi lives just outside Toronto with his wife and four children.
Articles by John Berardi, PhD, CSCS
Here’s the cost of getting lean. [Infographic]
Six-pack abs. Tight butts. Lean, vibrant, flawless health. That's the image the fitness industry is selling. But have you ever wondered what it costs to achieve that "look"? What you have to do more of? And what you really have to give up?
Can personal trainers and health coaches give nutrition advice?
It's a hot debate: Can personal trainers, health coaches, and other non-RD professionals give nutrition advice to their clients? You'll be surprised (and relieved) to hear: Yes, to a degree. Here's exactly what you're allowed to say, and why it's important to say it.
[Exciting News]: The Precision Nutrition Method now validated in 3 peer-reviewed research studies.
Here at Precision Nutrition we know that our coaching methods help clients lose fat, build strength, and improve their health. Now, with the publication of 3 peer-reviewed research studies, the rest of the world does too.
Precision Nutrition Coaching Grand Prize Winners: January 2017
See how we surprised Men's and Women's Coaching Grand Prize Winners, Mark and Chrystalene. Read how they transformed their bodies (and lives) this year. And meet the rest of the January 2017 Precision Nutrition winners.
Precision Nutrition Coaching: January 2017 Men’s Finalists
26 amazing before and after photos and $60,000 in prize money on the line. Which guy should win the Grand Prize? Click here to vote.
Precision Nutrition Coaching: January 2017 Women’s Finalists
25 inspiring women's before and after photos and $65,000 in prize money on the line for our Precision Nutrition Coaching finalists. Who should win the Grand Prize? Click here to vote.
Weekly meal prep: Mastered. [Infographic]
Check out these time-saving weekly meal prep strategies, used by Precision Nutrition's most successful clients. And learn how they can help you prioritize healthy eating too.
3 key strategies for having healthy food available when you need it.
An epic hunt for healthy food every time you're hungry? Who's got the time? Instead, try these 3 key strategies for having healthy food available when you need it. They'll help make meal planning a no-brainer.
AN INSIDE LOOK: My Biggest Problem As A Young Trainer (and how I fixed it).
Dr. John Berardi tells the story of how he struggled as a young trainer: Balancing time spent with clients and time-consuming admin and business development tasks. He also outlines how the solutions he came up with lead to an explosion in his business.
Men’s and Women’s Coaching Grand Prize Winners, July 2016.
See how we surprised Men's and Women's Coaching Grand Prize Winners, Javier and Alicia. Read how they transformed their bodies (and lives) this year. And meet the rest of the July 2016 Precision Nutrition winners.
Men’s Precision Nutrition Coaching Finalists, July 2016.
28 awesome before and after photos and $60,000 in prize money on the line. Who would you choose as our Men's Precision Nutrition Coaching Finalists? Click here to vote.
Women’s Precision Nutrition Coaching Finalists, July 2016.
35 inspiring before and after photos and $65,000 in prize money on the line. Who would you choose as our Women's Precision Nutrition Coaching Finalists? Click here to vote.
To change your body and boost confidence: Rewrite your self story.
There’s a story we all tell ourselves about who we are and what we’re capable of. This video workshop will help you reconsider and rewrite your self story. It’ll help open the door to changing your body and boosting self-confidence.
How food sensitivities can prevent you from reaching your health and fitness goals. [Infographic]
Lethargic, bloated, foggy-headed, uncomfortable… they’re all common symptoms that can keep people from their health and fitness goals for years. Sometimes, undetected food sensitivities are to blame. Here’s how to root out and fix the problem.
The 3 absolute worst health and fitness goals you must avoid.
If you want to achieve your health and fitness goals, you need a powerful formula, something to organize your efforts. In this article we’ll help you get organized while covering three three important strategies for turning ‘bad’ fitness goals into ‘good’ ones.
4 huge coaching mistakes that health and fitness professionals make every day.
Almost every health and fitness professional I’ve coached over the years has made the same four coaching mistakes with their clients. If you can be one of the few to avoid them, you’ll stand out as a true super coach.
How to build a fitness career that’s meaningful and fulfilling. [Video]
Where is the fitness industry headed, and how can YOU leverage that to have the most successful, fulfilling fitness career possible? Watch this seminar for an inside look at the advice Dr. Berardi gives PN’s students and coaches.
January 2016 Precision Nutrition
$125,000 Prize Winners.
It's time to announce the Precision Nutrition $125,000 prize winners! Anxious participants and observers have been blowing up our in boxes wondering who won the $125K in prize money for the best male and female body transformations. Well wonder no longer. Click here to find out.
Free download: 10 holiday baking recipes that’ll blow your mind.
Download our free book of non traditional holiday baking recipes. Full of delicious, beautiful, and truly unexpected desserts, it's a holiday bake-off in which we all win.
January 2016 Precision Nutrition Coaching for Men finalists
34 amazing before and after photos and $60,000 in prize money on the line. Which guy should win the Grand Prize? Click here to vote.
January 2016 Precision Nutrition Coaching for Women finalists
38 inspiring before and after photos and $65,000 in prize money on the line. Who should win the Grand Prize? Click here to vote.
Don’t eat the Christmas cookies! (And other dietary nonsense.)
Before you ask for my killer healthy christmas cookies recipe, I have a confession: I’m not making low-fat, protein-packed, artificially sweetened, hiding-beets cookies. I’m making the real thing. Here's why.
6 healthy habits you’re already doing (and don’t even know it).
Inside you are secret weapons: skills / habits that can help you get in the best shape of your life. The best part: these are healthy habits you’re already doing and probably don’t even know it.
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