About Me

I have always had a passion for food and healthy living.  Growing up, I was known as the “healthy child” who would eat almost anything and played sports year round.  I became a Registered Dietitian in 2002 after graduating from the University of Oklahoma with a degree in Nutritional Sciences.  After a short stint in clinical dietetics, I realized that my passion was leading me to the wellness side of nutrition and fitness.  I earned a personal training certification from the National Academy of Sports Medicine and later a group fitness certification through the American Council on Exercise.



As a busy mom of two, I am passionate about showing people that healthy living can be simple.  Finding local food is easier than you think.  Cooking fresh meals for your family doesn’t have to be complex and time-consuming.  Encouraging your kids to try new things can be fun.  Fitting fitness into your schedule doesn’t have to be a chore. 


Take a new perspective on food and fitness.  Let it inspire you.  Appreciate the beauty of an artichoke.  Plant a garden.  Share meals as a family.  Play outside.


I also share the world of handmade with you.  If you haven’t noticed, crafting has made a comeback and it doesn’t involve moms in jumpers making lanyards.  I encourage you to read my posts about crafting and Etsy and to support handmade artists near you.


Join me as I share the results of my inspiration.   I hope that somewhere along the way, you can get inspired too.


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ash August 24, 2011 at 11:07 pm

I love it!! It’s absolutely PERFECTION :)

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inspiredrd November 6, 2011 at 7:30 pm

Thanks Ash!

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Ashleigh Fields September 5, 2011 at 5:54 am

LOVE your new design! :)

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inspiredrd November 6, 2011 at 7:30 pm

Thank you Ashleigh :)

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Lisa D September 27, 2011 at 5:53 pm

Just discovered you blog via twitter. So glad I did. I am already feeling inspired. Look forward to reading more!

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inspiredrd November 6, 2011 at 7:31 pm

Woohoo Lisa, so glad you’re here!

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teri October 2, 2011 at 2:09 pm

From one RD to another…GREAT site! Love the content, the pictures and the clean crisp design. Good job!

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inspiredrd October 4, 2011 at 9:10 am

Thank you Teri! I appreciate the comment so much.

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Stacy October 24, 2011 at 10:43 pm

Hi Alysa, I found you through Twitter and am so glad that I did. Your site is great – I came here to check out your nutrition thoughts and found myself lost in your crafting! I’m completing my dietetic internship at Napa State Hospital right now and am so anxious to get going as an RD. I love your outlook and your style. I’ll certainly be checking back here soon!

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inspiredrd November 6, 2011 at 7:31 pm

Thank you so much Stacy, so glad you found me! I would love to chat about your internship and all of the fun stuff you are learning.

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Marcy November 8, 2011 at 7:53 pm

I found your site by searching for a recipe for Broccolini, I am excited to stay current on your blogs. My husband are starting to icorporate healthy living into our life, through food, and by have a more postive family environment.

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inspiredrd January 3, 2012 at 7:38 pm

That’s so great Marcy, I hope you enjoy the recipes!

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Angelique Gertig January 21, 2012 at 9:30 am

making your banana berry green smoothie right now! sounds sooo good! Met you at the women’s retreat in Williams at your nutrition session, loved what you had to share, and I really enjoy your blog, following on FB. I am back in school to get my RD for my 2nd career and loving learning about nutrition. Thank you!

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