Mapping a Personalized Health Journey This spring, Mary Geffroy introduces Perfect Pear Nutrition, a new coaching service at Deep Creek Lake designed to promote a lifestyle of overall wellness. This service is founded on the Nutritious Life Studio’s “8 Pillars of Nutrition and Wellness,” aimed at guiding clients towards a more balanced and healthy life:
- Eat Empowered
- Sleep Deep
- Drink Up
- Nurture Yourself
- Live Consciously
- Sweat Often
- Love More
- Stress Less
Perfect Pear Nutrition offers tailored coaching sessions in packages of 6, 8, or 12, available both in-person and virtually, making it accessible to clients regardless of their location. The client experience at Perfect Pear Nutrition begins with a thorough intake assessment, including a review of their current eating habits and a discussion of their wellness goals. This consultation sets the stage for a customized coaching plan that incorporates and expands upon the eight core concepts of nutrition and wellness. Throughout the coaching process, Mary provides as-needed support via text and phone, ensuring that clients receive the personalized guidance and encouragement needed to achieve their health objectives. “Everyone’s journey to wellness is unique, and at Perfect Pear Nutrition, we’re here to provide guidance and support, no matter where you’re starting from,” said Mary. “I am inspired to help you embrace a healthier lifestyle at your own pace and on your own terms”. In addition to its core coaching services, Perfect Pear Nutrition will also host Movement and Mocktails events this summer. These sessions will offer a fun mix of physical activity and healthy mocktail-making designed for small groups. Also, consider joining Mary at the Garrett College Community Aquatic and Recreation Complex gym on Thursday evenings for an invigorating spin exercise class. 
Mary Geffroy, the owner of Perfect Pear Nutrition, is an ACE certified group fitness instructor and a certified Clarity Catalyst Instructor. Through her Clarity Catalyst program, she teaches an 8-week course on mindset transformation that enhances creativity and emotional intelligence. Her teachings encourage clients to shift their perspective on eating from self-criticism to nourishment and self-care, thus fostering confidence and a positive relationship with food and body. Mary’s diverse background enriches her coaching, providing clients with insights into both physical activity and emotional intelligence. She is also currently enhancing her academic credentials through the Developing Healthy Communities program at Tufts University. For more information about Perfect Pear Nutrition or to enroll in the upcoming Movement and Mocktails sessions, please visit https://www.theperfectpearnutrition.com/ or contact Mary at mary.perfectpear@gmail.com.
TODAY’S WELLNESS TIPS:
- Eat nutrient dense foods at EVERY snack and meal.
- If you decide to have some apple slices for a snack, consider adding a handful of nuts alongside the slices or top the slices with natural peanut butter. Simple steps such as using spinach instead of iceberg lettuce in a salad, or drizzling olive oil over vegetables instead of butter, can improve your nutrient intake with little additional effort.
- Read nutrition labels.
- Look at serving size and the Daily Value (DV). Older adults should look for foods with a higher percentage DV of dietary fiber, vitamin D, calcium, vitamin B12, and potassium. They should also look for foods with a lower %DV of saturated fat, sodium, and added sugars. Generally, 5% or less of a nutrient per serving is considered low and 20% or more of a nutrient serving is considered high.
Consider having your provider run blood work to determine if you are deficient in any nutrients.
- Exercise regularly.
- This can improve your brain health, lessen the risk of disease, help build and maintain bone and muscle strength, help manage your weight, and enhance your ability to do day-to-day activities.
- Older adults should perform 150 minutes (about 2 and a half hours) of moderate-intensity activity per week or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity activity per week — or an equivalent mix — plus two days/week of strength training.
- Remember that some exercise is better than none.
- Avoid being inactive — still engage in regular activity and be as physically active as your abilities and conditions allow.
Always consult with your health care provider before starting a new exercise regime. If you have any health conditions or chronic diseases consult with your health care provider to determine what is appropriate for you.
