Author: Rachel Fiske, NC, CPT-NASM

Rachel's interest in integrative medicine was sparked at an early age, and she went on to study Holistic Nutrition at Bauman College of Holistic Nutrition in Berkeley, California. She later studied Functional Medicine at the Integrative and Functional Nutrition Academy and mentored under Dr. Daniel Kalish, and became a Certified Personal Trainer through NASM. Rachel has worked in private practice providing individual support and focusing on issues of weight management, hormonal imbalances, GI issues and more via a whole foods diet and lifestyle. She's also had the distinct pleasure of working as the Programs Director for Natural Doctor's International, an integrative medicine NGO in Nicaragua. Currently, Rachel works as a diabetes prevention coach along with her private practice seeing clients and offering health writing services. She is passionate about bringing affordable, quality healthcare to all, and in her free time enjoys singing and spending time with her son in the great outdoors. You can learn more about Rachel at her website: Madrona Wellness
Healthy Eating and Exercise

12 Ways to Get Rid of Lower Belly Fat

Rachel Fiske, NC, CPT-NASM

Belly fat has become so common we could almost call it an epidemic, especially the kind around your lower midsection. This type of fat is also referred to as visceral fat, as it is a deep abdominal fat that surrounds your organs. Interestingly, even skinny people can have excess lower belly fat (hence the term… Read More

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11 Ways to Get Rid of Back Fat

Rachel Fiske, NC, CPT-NASM

Back-fat is a common trouble-spot, and similarly to belly fat you might be having a hard time getting rid of it. This could be back fat that’s centered around the waistline, or for others might be higher up the back, which for women can be particularly bothersome and is commonly known as “bra bulge.” Regardless… Read More

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20 Weight Loss Tips for Women

Rachel Fiske, NC, CPT-NASM

 The world of dieting and weight loss can be confusing, if not downright overwhelming for most women. Thinking of “dieting” in the first place has its pitfalls, and in fact research shows that upwards of 90% of dieters don’t keep weight off in the long run. Finding simple and effective strategies to help you make… Read More