Maureen Stephenson-Lewis 

Founder and CEO of Crawl-Walk-Run Fitness.

“The idea for my business came to me after I was diagnosed with breast Cancer.”

In in my 40’s I was prescribed Prozac medication to help with my symptoms associated with Perimenopause. After reading the side effects of the medication, I knew that the idea of being dependent on pharmaceuticals for my mental and physical well-being just didn’t sound appealing.

I protested for an alternative to manage my symptoms. My doctor suggested a diet and exercise treatment. I decided to enroll into the Fitness Specialist Certification program held at American River College in Sacramento, C.A. My goal was to learn how to eat food for medicine and exercise for strength. However, soon after enrolling into the certification program, I was diagnosed with breast cancer and had to temporarily stop the program.

After, completing phrase one of a double mastectomy procedure, I re-enrolled into the Fitness Specialist Certification program. Through faith, strong work ethic, and determination, I chose to make diet and exercise a lifestyle change. I was amazed at my mental and physical transformation and shocked at the amount of weight I lost. But more importantly, at how much energy I had and how great I felt and looked.

I now live by a new motto, “each one, teaches one.” This motto fueled me to create a platform to pay it forward to others. With this newly found inner strength I was determined to be a voice for those who need support and encouragement. As a result, I founded, Crawl-Walk-Run-Fitness to assist others in leading a healthier and more purposeful lifestyle.

By taking care from within, you can radiate vibrancy on the outside. Your health is important because you are important.

My Training

I graduated from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition where I learned innovative coaching methods, practical lifestyle management techniques, and over 100 dietary theories- Ayurveda, gluten-free, paleo raw, vegan, macrobiotics, and everything in between.

I studied with the world’s top health and wellness experts including:

• Joshua Rosenthal, MScEd founder and director of the Institute for Integrated Nutrition.

• Deepak Chopra, MD leader in the field of mind-body medicine.

• David Katz, MD. MPH. director of Yale University’s Prevention Research Center.

• Walter Willett, DrPH, chair of nutrition at Harvard University.

• Andrew Weil, MD, director of the Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine.

• Gabrielle Bernstein, bestselling author of life coach.

• Susan Blum, MD. MpH, Assistant Clinical Professor at Mount Sinai School of Medicine. 

• Mark Hyman, MD founder of the Ultra Wellness Center.

• Geneen Roth, best selling author and expert on emotional eating.

• David Wolfe, raw food leader and nutrition expert.

• Marion Nestle, PHD. MpH, professor at New York University’s Department of Nutrition Food Studies and Public Health.

• Mark Bitterman, food writer for The New York Times and bestselling author.

• Joel Fuhrman, MD, family physician and leading expert on nutritional healing.

My education has equipped me with extensive, cutting-edge knowledge in holistic nutrition, health coaching, and prevention. Drawing on my expertise, I work with clients to help make lifestyle changes and health-promoting ways that produce real lasting results. You will develop a deeper understanding of food and lifestyle choices that work best for you, improving your energy, balance, health, and happiness.

Each session will leave you feeling inspired and motivated. We will talk about the things beyond food; seeking to bring balance to important elements of your life such as love, relationships, as well as career and money. I will personally and carefully guide you to make simple, small changes that transform your life.