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
The future of nutrition:
One look around the industry is all it takes to recognize something really big is happening. Changes are coming fast and, if you blink, you might miss them. That's why, in this free video seminar, Dr Berardi outlines the biggest changes coming to fitness and nutrition in the next 5 years. If you’re interested in working out and eating well, I know you’ll enjoy this. But if you work in the field, you can’t miss it.
How to win $100K.
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.
Presenting the men’s finalists:
As part of PN 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.
Presenting the women’s finalists:
As part of PN 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.
We offer inspiring incentives.
The next PN Coaching group kicks off in just a few weeks on January 14th, 2015. We only open our doors to new clients twice per year, but when we do, we go big. We have a quarter of a million dollars to give away this year. Can $250,000 get you in the best shape of your life? It's time to find out.
Nutrition Certification Reviews:
Learn more about the top nutrition programs, holistic dietician schools, and fitness nutrition courses. Get certified. Earn continuing education. And maybe even become a nutrition coach or nutritionist.
Workout nutrition illustrated. [Infographic]
We all know that what you eat is important. But so is when you eat, especially if you’re active. That's why, in this infographic, we share what to eat before, during, and after exercise.
Fruits and vegetables. [Infographic]
The vibrant colors of fruits and veggies aren't just pretty to look at. They also tell a story. The story of which special nutrients are inside. It's these "phytonutrients" that help us fight disease and stay stronger for longer. Learn what the phytonutrients do - and how much of each you need to be healthy - in this infographic.
Do fitness pros need coaching too?
Sometimes, even smart, talented fitness professionals can get out of shape. In this article, Toni Bauer talks about how she got off track. And what she did to reclaim her health and get in wicked shape.
Special for women:
You take care of your loved ones and help them with the details of their lives they would otherwise miss. But who takes care of ... you? Your answer to that question will lead to one of two places: a healthier, fitter, and less-stressed you — or a secured spot on the yo-yo diet merry-go-round.
Fitness for men:
Even if you're a busy guy, you can drop fat, get healthy, and get into the best shape of your life. All you need is a simplified exercise plan, a progressive set of nutrition habits, and a knowledgable coach to help guide the process.
Injuries and pain:
For most guys, an injury means skipping the gym for months at a time. Sometimes, they retire their workout clothes for good. But here's the good news: there’s always a way to work around an injury and build the body you want. This post will show you how.
How to win $100K.
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.
Presenting the women’s finalists:
As part of PN 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.
Presenting the men’s finalists:
As part of PN 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.
Women’s Coaching stories:
Meet Laurie, Melissa, Heather, Lisanne, and the other women featured today. Each of these women was fed up with unsuccessful diets, rebound weight gain, and the guilty feeling they got when losing control of their bodies. Then they found Precision Nutrition, lost hundreds of pounds of body fat, and got their lives back. Click here to learn their secrets.
Men’s Coaching stories:
Meet Patrick, Peter, Richard, and the other guys featured today. Each of these guys was busy, stressed out, and ready to throw in the towel on his health and fitness. Then he found Precision Nutrition. Collectively, these guys hundreds of pounds of body fat and got into the best shape of their lives. Click here to learn their secrets.
Is fitness better together?
It doesn’t take much to lose weight, get back in shape, and enhance the quality of your life. All it takes is the right program, the right habits, and the right mentors. And sometimes you might just need a partner in crime. Just ask any of the couples profiled in this piece. Not only did Precision Nutrition Coaching strengthen their bodies, it strengthened their relationships.
No, food is NOT fuel.
I keep hearing this analogy: “Food is fuel.” You know, like gasoline. And I keep hearing: “The human body is like a high performance race car.” You know, like a Ferrari. I've heard this story repeated over and over again. Ad nauseam. And I think that’s a real problem. Here's why...
The future of personal training:
Most personal trainers think that their job is exclusively exercise related. However, clients don’t hire trainers to exercise. They hire them to change the way they look and feel. And personal training is evolving to reflect these client expectations. Click here to learn how to deliver what your clients really want.
The 3 types of clients:
In the PN Certification Program, we’re careful to remind fitness professionals never to dismiss clients as "unmotivated" or "lazy." An elite fitness professional can help all kinds of clients lose fat, build muscle and improve their health, but it requires tailoring your approach. Here's how we do it at Precision Nutrition.
We’re all resistant to change.
Regardless of how you feel about it, change is going to happen. It always happens. And when changes are on the horizon, you'll probably feel resistance to them. Just remember, resistance doesn't mean you'll fail. In fact, resistance is a powerful force for growth. If you learn your unique “resistance type”, you can further enhance that growth.
Kevin’s journal of a year of Precision Nutrition Coaching
Kevin Littler joined Precision Nutrition Coaching to lose fat. And he did; an impressive 37 pounds. But what surprised him more were the inner changes: improved confidence, grace under pressure, and deeper self-awareness. In this, the first of a series of articles drawn from our clients’ own journals, Kevin shares his insights about a year of tremendous learning and growth, and proves that Precision Nutrition is anything but a typical weight loss program.
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