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
Help choose our men’s $25,000 winner
As part of the Lean Eating coaching program, we incentivize participants with big prize money for the best body transformations. Well, recently, the body transformation phase of Lean Eating wrapped up. And, this week, we need your help in determining the men and women most worthy of the grand prizes. Click here to vote.
Help choose our women’s $25,000 winner
As part of the Lean Eating coaching program, we incentivize participants with big prize money for the best body transformations. Well, recently, the body transformation phase of Lean Eating wrapped up. And, this week, we need your help in determining the men and women most worthy of the grand prizes. Click here to vote.
Nutrition for Injury Recovery:
We all realize that nutrition can play a role during injury recovery. But most people don’t know how to use nutrition this way. By understanding how the body repairs itself after injury, we can target specific systems to speed up healing. In the end, it all comes down to managing inflammation and creating an anabolic state. In this 5-part video series, we'll show you how to manage both with food (and a few nutritional supplements).
Nutrition for Injury Recovery:
We all realize that nutrition can play a role during injury recovery. But most people don’t know how to use nutrition this way. By understanding how the body repairs itself after injury, we can target specific systems to speed up healing. In the end, it all comes down to managing inflammation and creating an anabolic state. In this 5-part video series, we'll show you how to manage both with food (and a few nutritional supplements).
Nutrition for Injury Recovery:
We all realize that nutrition can play a role during injury recovery. But most people don’t know how to use nutrition this way. By understanding how the body repairs itself after injury, we can target specific systems to speed up healing. In the end, it all comes down to managing inflammation and creating an anabolic state. In this 5-part video series, we'll show you how to manage both with food (and a few nutritional supplements).
Nutrition for Injury Recovery:
We all realize that nutrition can play a role during injury recovery. But most people don’t know how to use nutrition this way. By understanding how the body repairs itself after injury, we can target specific systems to speed up healing. In the end, it all comes down to managing inflammation and creating an anabolic state. In this 5-part video series, we'll show you how to manage both with food (and a few nutritional supplements).
Nutrition for Injury Recovery:
We all realize that nutrition can play a role during injury recovery. But most people don’t know how to use nutrition this way. By understanding how the body repairs itself after injury, we can target specific systems to speed up healing. In the end, it all comes down to managing inflammation and creating an anabolic state. In this 5-part video series, we'll show you how to manage both with food (and a few nutritional supplements).
PN Coaching Clients: Welcome back!
As you probably know, PN Coaching is about to begin. (Registration kicks off July 16th). What you might not know is that many of the spots will go to folks returning for a second or even a third round of coaching. Surprised? You shouldn't be. There are as many valid reasons to return as a PN Coaching client as there are clients. Check out this article to learn why some PN Coaching clients repeat the program. And why you might consider doing so yourself.
How to fix a broken diet:
In this article we’ll share the 3 main strategies we use to help fix clients’ “broken diets” and get them on track when it comes to eating right. We’ll also share how we troubleshoot eating plans when they’ve “just stopped working” and clients don’t know what else to try. And, finally, we’ll show you how to use these powerful and purposeful strategies to improve your own eating. Or to help others do the same.
Jared & Dani
Danielle Schaab didn’t think she needed a weight loss and exercise program, but she joined Lean Eating anyway, for her husband, Jared’s sake. Six months later she was reaping some unexpected rewards. Not only was she physically stronger than she had ever been, but she and Jared were a whole lot stronger as a couple -- not to mention, better prepared to face their future as new parents.
Ron & Stephanie
It’s one thing to go through one of Precision Nutrition’s coaching programs on your own. It’s another thing to do it with your partner. But what if your partner is also your coach and trainer? Could your relationship take it? Ron Dykstra and Stephanie Buchanan not only survived as a couple – but thrived. Together, they lost unwanted pounds, gained new knowledge, and grew stronger in body, mind and spirit.
Bryce and Lisanne
Busy parents Bryce and Lisanne Thomas joined Precision Nutrition Coaching together. Lisanne emerged a winner and Bryce earned a spot in the finalists’ circle. Now, as mentors in the program, they volunteer their time and share their expertise with newer clients. To any couple considering the program, they say: Just do it. Think of it as a gift you can give to one other – an investment in a healthier, happier future.
Sean and Simone
Simone Paradisi didn’t know she wanted to try a weight loss program until the day she ran into a friend who’d recently completed Precision Nutrition Coaching – and who looked so good, Simone didn’t recognize her. A year later, Simone and her husband, Sean Patrick, were looking and feeling equally great. Their message to other couples who might be considering the program? Do it. You won’t regret it. It’s a journey you can take together – one healthy step at a time.
From knowledge to wisdom:
3 things that make longevity worth living for
In nutrition and fitness we're saturated with information. But for all the knowledge we're acquiring, we may be lacking wisdom. In today's video, we talk about cultivating it.
[Video] Fitness 2.0:
The next generation of fitness
Whether you're a fitness pro who trains others, or you simply want to get in better shape yourself, here's why you should pay attention.
Influence and the Power of Persuasion: Part 1
In this video series you'll learn 6 research-proven psychological principles that govern influence and persuasion. Applied in the personal training or strength and conditioning environment, these principles will help you in a) attracting new clients, b) retaining current ones, c) getting more referrals, and, ultimately, d) getting better client results.
Influence and the Power of Persuasion: Part 2
In this video series you'll learn 6 research-proven psychological principles that govern influence and persuasion. Applied in the personal training or strength and conditioning environment, these principles will help you in a) attracting new clients, b) retaining current ones, c) getting more referrals, and, ultimately, d) getting better client results.
Influence and the Power of Persuasion: Part 3
In this video series you'll learn 6 research-proven psychological principles that govern influence and persuasion. Applied in the personal training or strength and conditioning environment, these principles will help you in a) attracting new clients, b) retaining current ones, c) getting more referrals, and, ultimately, d) getting better client results.
10 things elite coaches do.
In this post I’ll cover the 10 things that the top trainers and nutrition coaches in the world are doing. I’ll also recommend 6 books (many of which you probably haven’t read) that are guaranteed to make you a better coach. If you read these with an open mind I promise you’ll come out of this with a new perspective and an expanded skill set.
Cutting edge fitness coaching:
Want to become a better coach? Learn how to help clients improve their nutrition, their exercise habits, and their lifestyle choices? If so, this is the video series for you. In this 5-part webinar, you'll learn a host of cutting edge coaching strategies that'll help you get world-leading results with even your toughest clients.
Cutting edge fitness coaching:
Want to become a better coach? Learn how to help clients improve their nutrition, their exercise habits, and their lifestyle choices? If so, this is the video series for you. In this 5-part webinar, you'll learn a host of cutting edge coaching strategies that'll help you get world-leading results with even your toughest clients.
Cutting edge fitness coaching:
Want to become a better coach? Learn how to help clients improve their nutrition, their exercise habits, and their lifestyle choices? If so, this is the video series for you. In this 5-part webinar, you'll learn a host of cutting edge coaching strategies that'll help you get world-leading results with even your toughest clients.
Cutting edge fitness coaching:
Want to become a better coach? Learn how to help clients improve their nutrition, their exercise habits, and their lifestyle choices? If so, this is the video series for you. In this 5-part webinar, you'll learn a host of cutting edge coaching strategies that'll help you get world-leading results with even your toughest clients.
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