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
Exercise during pregnancy. [Infographic]
Yes, you can — and should — exercise during pregnancy. Here’s how to stay fit while keeping your baby (and yourself) safe and healthy.
Why personal training will die within the next 10 years.
Personal training will die over the next decade. Don’t wait to adapt: start now. By setting yourself up to take advantage of these 5 big opportunities, your business will be thriving while your competitors are scratching their heads.
Precision Nutrition Coaching [Infographic]
For over a decade, people have wondered exactly how Precision Nutrition Coaching gets such remarkable—and sustainable—results with clients. Download the infographic for our step-by-step formula.
Nutrition for injury recovery. [Infographic]
Injured? Want to recover fast? Hack the healing process with these powerful tips on nutrition for injury recovery. Put the right eating and supplement strategies to work for you or your clients.
Grilling meat and cancer. [Infographic]
Everyone is worried about grilling meat and cancer...but should they be? Follow these surprising tips to enjoy your backyard barbecue while reducing the health risks.
Precision Nutrition Coaching revealed.
For over a decade, people have wondered exactly how Precision Nutrition gets such remarkable — and sustainable — results with clients. Today the step-by-step formula is revealed. Want to change your own life? Try the ideas yourself. Want to improve as a coach? Try them with your clients.
How to win $100,000.
It's time to announce the Precision Nutrition $100,000 prize winners! Anxious participants and observers have been blowing up our in boxes wondering who won the $100K in prize money for the best male and female body transformations. Well wonder no longer. Click here to find out.
July 2015 Precision Nutrition Coaching for Women finalists
48 inspiring before and after photos and $50,000 in prize money on the line. Who should win the Grand Prize? Click here to vote.
July 2015 Precision Nutrition Coaching for Men finalists
31 amazing before and after photos and $50,000 in prize money on the line. Which guy should win the Grand Prize? Click here to vote.
What 10,000 people can teach you about health and fitness.
What are the most common issues men and women struggle with when it comes to health and fitness? This article explores our latest fitness survey results.
What to eat during pregnancy. [Infographic]
Your diet during these nine months matters more than you may think. Here’s what to eat during pregnancy. It's the info (and inspiration) you need to stay healthy.
Elimination diets. [Infographic]
Food sensitivities are more common than you may think — and they can cause acne, allergies, migraines, and more. Find out if you need to adjust your regular menu with an elimination diet.
Motivational Interviewing:
Motivational interviewing is one of the best tools for helping people overcome obstacles to change. Whether it's changing how they eat and exercise, or cutting back on things like smoking or drinking. So, in this free video workshop, Dr. Krista Scott-Dixon and Dr. John Berardi outline the Motivational Interviewing approach, talk about how they apply it to fitness and nutrition, and work through a few live examples.
What should you eat when sick? [Infographic]
Feed a cold, starve a fever? What you eat can make or break your immune function, more than half of which resides in your gut.
Should you exercise when sick? [Infographic]
Exercise can boost your immunity... or make a cold last longer. Here’s exactly how to play your workout routine when you’re under the weather.
How (and why) to make the perfect Super Shake. [Infographic]
Meet the Super Shake. It's a meal in a glass — high-quality liquid nutrition that gives you everything you need in a convenient, portable, delicious package.
How to win $100,000.
Since our last Precision Nutrition Coaching group is wrapping up, anxious participants and observers have been blowing up our in boxes wondering who won the $100K in prize money for the best male and female body transformations. Well wonder no longer. Click here to find out.
January 2015 Precision Nutrition Coaching for Men finalists.
As part of Precision Nutrition Coaching, we incentivize participants with big prize money for the best body transformations. And, this week, we need your help in determining the men and women most worthy of the grand prizes. Click here to vote.
January 2015 Precision Nutrition Coaching for Women finalists.
As part of Precision Nutrition Coaching, we incentivize participants with big prize money for the best body transformations. And, this week, we need your help in determining the men and women most worthy of the grand prizes. Click here to vote.
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