Meet the Founders
We are Greta and Anthony. Our mission is to simplify nutrition and fitness, helping you build a healthy lifestyle that lasts forever, not just for the summer.
Greta Gugino
Co-Founder & Nutrition ExpertHello! My name is Greta Gugino. The idea behind this site is to help more people realize how important nutrition is. Did you know a headache is often the first sign of dehydration? I used to get sick constantly, “treating” symptoms without knowing the cause.
The cause was IBS (irritable bowel syndrome). My immune system collapsed (over 70% of our immune system is located in the gut) and I was in a vicious cycle of bloating, abdominal pain, chronic fatigue, terrible moods, and headaches. I didn’t realize that these were actually signs my body was giving me that I needed a drastic change.
My goal was to improve my health and get in shape. I started reading a lot about the power of food and decided to invest in my education. Little by little, I changed my eating habits and started exercising regularly. My body changed dramatically inside and out. For 6 years now I have been dedicated to helping people achieve their desired shape by eating healthier.
Today, I am also a mother. My goal remains the same – to be a good example for my daughter and create good eating habits in her. Oh, and getting back in shape after giving birth was a journey on its own! 💪🏻
Anthony Gugino
Professional Athlete & CoachHello! I am a health and fitness coach here at Body Balanced. Before this, I played professional basketball for 14 years in Europe. Here’s how my struggles with weight and performance turned my curiosity into passion.
When I was younger, I could eat anything and recover instantly. But around 26, I started developing a belly in the off-season despite training twice a day. My goal was to gain muscle, but I would lose weight (and muscle) during pre-season. I had no idea what I was doing wrong.
When I started living with Greta, she taught me what my body actually needs. After 2 years of eating with her, I wasn’t losing my gains, my body felt stronger, and I was able to play 35min a game for an entire season at age 34 without being exhausted! All by changing my diet.
Right now, thanks to proper nutrition, I maintain steady energy levels throughout the day. This is exactly what I need at 39 to chase my 3yr old around! Since retiring, I joined my wife in helping countless clients, and now we want to share our method with ANYONE struggling with weight management.
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You’ve heard our journey. Now let us help you with yours. Whether you want to lose weight, gain muscle, or just feel energetic again, we are here to guide you every step of the way with a plan built just for you.
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