About Michelle
About Michelle
Hi, welcome — and thank you for being here!
I’m passionate about mind, body, and spirit wellness, and my purpose is to help you feel more energized, balanced, and supported. I believe small, mindful shifts can create big changes in the way we live and show up every day.
This space was created to inspire and guide you with simple tools, nourishing practices, and encouragement to remind you that wellness doesn’t have to be complicated — it can be joyful, natural, and deeply fulfilling – life-giving! I’m so glad you’ve found your way here — let’s walk this journey together!
Credentials
I’m Michelle Verdugo, Certified Holistic Nutritionist | Wellness Mentor | Herbalist | Mindful Living Advocate
With over three decades of expertise, I’ve helped to empower high-achieving professionals and busy people to reclaim and revitalize their health while maximizing business and life potential. As a Certified Holistic Nutrition Consultant, Certified Nutrition for Optimal Performance Coach and entrepreneur for over 3 decades, I blend powerful proven wellness strategies, traditional holistic modalities and remedies with effective strategies to deliver transformative results.
Education:
CSULA BA Communications emphasis Organizational Communication and Public Relations
Certifications
Certified Nutrition Consultant, Nutritionist: Natural Healing Institute of Naturopathy
Certified Personal Trainer: National Academy of Sports Medicine
Certified Nutrition for Sports Performance: CSUSM
Some highlights include:
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Coached over 500+ participants to cross marathon finish lines while raising funds for charities.
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Coached hundreds of individuals to achieve their vision of health, wellness, and reset their lives.
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Led organizations in raising over $1M through fundraising efforts across the West Coast as a former fundraising and event planning professional.
Alongside my coaching, I’ve been an active local community supporter, served as the 2017–2018 Honorary Mayor of my community, author, business owner, and soulful leader to women and men seeking healthier, more purposeful lives.
My Philosophy
I believe every day is an opportunity to heal, reset, and renew — to reach higher levels while also loving life in the moment. My coaching style blends holistic nutrition, mindful living, and practical systems so clients can reach with their goals for their health, wellbeing and in life.
Faith has been my anchor through challenges, and I view every obstacle as a gift that can shape our higher purpose. My mission is to empower those who are ready to break through barriers and live a healthy and vibrant life of wellness! .
Beyond Coaching
I love the beach, sunsets, sunrises and time in nature. Movement is my medicine — meditation, prayer, walking / running, hiking, spinning, stretching – breathing! Most of all, I love life and the many experiences that continue to shape who I am.
If you’re ready to take the next step toward a healthier, more fulfilling life, I’d be honored to support you.
Now is always the best time to live life healthy! 🌿
Love & Healthy Blessings —
Michelle