Sarah Hays Coomer

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Sarah Hays Coomer is a Mayo Clinic and National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach, certified personal trainer and author based in Nashville, Tennessee. She has spent nearly 20 years helping individuals and groups build personalized systems to ease chronic stress with self-selected, concrete behavioral changes. She has contributed to many publications, spoken at organizations and universities nationwide, and written three books: The Habit Trip, Physical Disobedience and Lightness of Body and Mind. You can find her on her website, LinkedIn or Instagram.

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  • Hey, Health Coach: Why Am I Gaining Weight When I’m Working Out?

    Editor’s Note::In “Hey, Health Coach,” Sarah Hays Coomer answers reader questions about the intersection of health and overall well-being. Have a question? Send her a message (and don't forget to use a sleuthy pseudonym!). Hey, Health Coach, I'm training for...

  • Hey, Health Coach: Can Getting A Dog Benefit My Health?

    Editor’s Note::In “Hey, Health Coach,” Sarah Hays Coomer answers reader questions about the intersection of health and overall well-being. Have a question? Send her a message (and don't forget to use a sleuthy pseudonym!). Hey, Health Coach, I got divorced...

  • Hey, Health Coach: How Can I Stay Healthy While Traveling For Work?

    Editor’s Note:In “Hey, Health Coach,” Sarah Hays Coomer answers reader questions about the intersection of health and overall well-being. Have a question? Send her a message (and don't forget to use a sleuthy pseudonym!). Hey, Health Coach, Now that the...

  • Hey, Health Coach: What Is Ecotherapy, And Does It Work?

    Editor’s Note: In “Hey, Health Coach,” Sarah Hays Coomer answers reader questions about the intersection of health and overall well-being. Have a question? Send her a message (and don't forget to use a sleuthy pseudonym!). Hey, Health Coach, I've been...

  • Hey, Health Coach: Should I Expect The Same Fitness Results As I Age?

    Editor’s Note: In “Hey, Health Coach,” Sarah Hays Coomer answers reader questions about the intersection of health and overall well-being. Have a question? Send her a message (and don't forget to use a sleuthy pseudonym!). Hey, Health Coach, I'm approaching...

  • Hey, Health Coach: How Can I Manage Chronic Pain And Keep Exercising?

    Editor’s Note: In “Hey, Health Coach,” Sarah Hays Coomer answers reader questions about the intersection of health and overall well-being. Have a question? Send her a message (and don't forget to use a sleuthy pseudonym!). Hey, Health Coach, My husband...

  • Hey, Health Coach: I’ve Been Intermittent Fasting. Is Skipping Breakfast Unhealthy?

    Editor’s Note: In “Hey, Health Coach,” Sarah Hays Coomer answers reader questions about the intersection of health and overall well-being. Have a question? Send her a message (and don't forget to use a sleuthy pseudonym!). Hey, Health Coach, I have...

  • Hey, Health Coach: How Can I Use Exercise To Heal Post-COVID?

    Editor’s Note: In “Hey, Health Coach,” Sarah Hays Coomer answers reader questions about the intersection of health and overall well-being. Have a question? Send her a message (and don't forget to use a sleuthy pseudonym!). Hey, Health Coach, I've had...

  • Hey, Health Coach: What Are The Benefits Of Exercise Other Than Weight Loss?

    Editor’s Note: In “Hey, Health Coach,” Sarah Hays Coomer answers reader questions about the intersection of health and overall well-being. Have a question? Send her a message (and don't forget to use a sleuthy pseudonym!). Hey, Health Coach, I've always...

  • Hey, Health Coach: How Can I Keep Up With Self-Care When The News Is So Bad?

    Editor’s Note: In “Hey, Health Coach,” Sarah Hays Coomer answers reader questions about the intersection of health and overall well-being. Have a question? Send her a message (and don't forget to use a sleuthy pseudonym!). Hey, Health Coach, I’m feeling...

  • How Marcus Whitney Is Changing The Face Of Health Care

    When I first met Marcus Whitney, he was sitting in a dunk tank on a hot summer day at a fundraising event for the Nashville Humane Association in Tennessee. I had a new puppy in one hand and three balls...

  • Hey, Health Coach: How Can I Be Less Of A Couch Potato With My Partner?

    Editor’s Note: In “Hey, Health Coach,” Sarah Hays Coomer answers reader questions about the intersection of health and overall well-being. Have a question? Send her a message (and don't forget to use a sleuthy pseudonym!). Hey, Health Coach, As the...

  • Hey, Health Coach: Why Am I So Tired All The Time?

    Editor’s Note: In “Hey, Health Coach,” Sarah Hays Coomer answers reader questions about the intersection of health and overall well-being. Have a question? Send her a message (and don't forget to use a sleuthy pseudonym!). Hey, Health Coach, I’m tired....

  • Hey, Health Coach: Which Diet Is Right For Me?

    Editor’s Note: In “Hey, Health Coach,” Sarah Hays Coomer answers reader questions about the intersection of health and overall well-being. Have a question? Send her a message (and don't forget to use a sleuthy pseudonym!). Hey, Health Coach, My brother...

  • Hey, Health Coach: Should I Try A Wellness Challenge?

    Editor’s Note: In “Hey, Health Coach,” Sarah Hays Coomer answers reader questions about the intersection of health and overall well-being. Have a question? Send her a message (and don't forget to use a sleuthy pseudonym!). Hey, Health Coach, I tried...

  • Hey, Health Coach: How Can I Stay On Track With My Goals?

    Editor’s Note: In “Hey, Health Coach,” Sarah Hays Coomer answers reader questions about the intersection of health and overall well-being. Have a question? Send her a message (and don't forget to use a sleuthy pseudonym!). Hey, Health Coach, The goals...

  • Hey, Health Coach: How Can I Cope With My New Aches And Pains?

    Editor’s Note: In “Hey, Health Coach,” Sarah Hays Coomer answers reader questions about the intersection of health and overall well-being. Have a question? Send her a message (and don't forget to use a sleuthy pseudonym!). Hey, Health Coach, Every morning...

  • Hey, Health Coach: What Is Mindfulness And How Can I Do It?

    Editor’s Note: In “Hey, Health Coach,” Sarah Hays Coomer answers reader questions about the intersection of health and overall well-being. Have a question? Send her a message (and don't forget to use a sleuthy pseudonym!). Hey, Health Coach, I’m so...

  • Hey, Health Coach: How Can I Stay Healthy with My Family Over The Holidays?

    Editor’s Note: In “Hey, Health Coach,” Sarah Hays Coomer answers reader questions about the intersection of health and overall well-being. Have a question? Send her a message (and don't forget to use a sleuthy pseudonym!). Hey, Health Coach, I'm going...

  • Hey, Health Coach: How Can I Overcome My Imposter Syndrome?

    Editor’s Note: In “Hey, Health Coach,” Sarah Hays Coomer answers reader questions about the intersection of health and overall well-being. Have a question? Send her a message (and don't forget to use a sleuthy pseudonym!). Hey Health Coach, My boss...

  • Hey, Health Coach: How Can I Reduce My Drinking After Work?

    Editor’s Note: In “Hey, Health Coach,” Sarah Hays Coomer answers reader questions about the intersection of health and overall well-being. Have a question? Send her a message (and don't forget to use a sleuthy pseudonym!). Hey Health Coach, I have...

  • Hey, Health Coach: I’m Overwhelmed. How Can I Relax More?

    Editor’s Note: In “Hey, Health Coach,” Sarah Hays Coomer answers reader questions about the intersection of health and overall well-being. Have a question? Send her a message (and don't forget to use a sleuthy pseudonym!). Hey Health Coach, I'm an...

  • Hey, Health Coach: How Can I Learn To Love My Body?

    Editor’s Note: In “Hey, Health Coach,” Sarah Hays Coomer answers reader questions about the intersection of health and overall well-being. Have a question? Send her a message (and don't forget to use a sleuthy pseudonym!). Hey Health Coach, I consider...

  • Hey, Health Coach: How Can I Lose Weight?

    Editor’s Note: In “Hey, Health Coach,” Sarah Hays Coomer answers reader questions about the intersection of health and overall well-being. Have a question? Send her a message (and don't forget to use a sleuthy pseudonym!). Hey, Health Coach, I gained...

  • Hey, Health Coach: How Can I Get Organized And Minimize My Stress?

    Editor’s Note: In “Hey, Health Coach,” Sarah Hays Coomer answers reader questions about the intersection of health and overall well-being. Have a question? Email her at heyhealthcoach@forbesadvisor.com (and don’t forget to use a sleuthy pseudonym!).  Hey, Health Coach, I’m buried...

  • Hey, Health Coach: How Can I Help My Kids Have A Healthy Relationship With Food?

    Editor’s Note: In “Hey, Health Coach,” Sarah Hays Coomer answers reader questions about the intersection of health and overall well-being. Have a question? Send her a message (and don't forget to use a sleuthy pseudonym!). Hey Health Coach, I’m a...

  • Hey, Health Coach: How Can I Get Motivated To Start (And Stick With) A Workout Plan?

    Editor’s Note: In “Hey, Health Coach,” Sarah Hays Coomer answers reader questions about the intersection of health and overall well-being. Have a question? Send her a message (and don't forget to use a sleuthy pseudonym!). Hey Health Coach, I’ve been...

  • Hey, Health Coach: What Does A Health Coach Do, Exactly?

    Editor’s Note: In “Hey, Health Coach,” Sarah Hays Coomer answers reader questions about the intersection of health and overall well-being. Have a question? Send her a message (and don't forget to use a sleuthy pseudonym!). Hey Health Coach, I love...
Hey, Health Coach: Why Am I Gaining Weight When I’m Working Out?
Hey, Health Coach: Can Getting A Dog Benefit My Health? Hey, Health Coach: How Can I Stay Healthy While Traveling For Work?
Hey, Health Coach: What Is Ecotherapy, And Does It Work? Hey, Health Coach: Should I Expect The Same Fitness Results As I Age? Hey, Health Coach: How Can I Manage Chronic Pain And Keep Exercising?
Hey, Health Coach: I’ve Been Intermittent Fasting. Is Skipping Breakfast Unhealthy? Hey, Health Coach: How Can I Use Exercise To Heal Post-COVID?
Hey, Health Coach: What Are The Benefits Of Exercise Other Than Weight Loss? Hey, Health Coach: How Can I Keep Up With Self-Care When The News Is So Bad?
How Marcus Whitney Is Changing The Face Of Health Care Hey, Health Coach: How Can I Be Less Of A Couch Potato With My Partner? Hey, Health Coach: Why Am I So Tired All The Time?
Hey, Health Coach: Which Diet Is Right For Me? Hey, Health Coach: Should I Try A Wellness Challenge?
Hey, Health Coach: How Can I Stay On Track With My Goals? Hey, Health Coach: How Can I Cope With My New Aches And Pains?
Hey, Health Coach: What Is Mindfulness And How Can I Do It? Hey, Health Coach: How Can I Stay Healthy with My Family Over The Holidays? Hey, Health Coach: How Can I Overcome My Imposter Syndrome?
Hey, Health Coach: How Can I Reduce My Drinking After Work? Hey, Health Coach: I’m Overwhelmed. How Can I Relax More?
Hey, Health Coach: How Can I Learn To Love My Body? Hey, Health Coach: How Can I Lose Weight?
Hey, Health Coach: How Can I Get Organized And Minimize My Stress? Hey, Health Coach: How Can I Help My Kids Have A Healthy Relationship With Food?
Hey, Health Coach: How Can I Get Motivated To Start (And Stick With) A Workout Plan? Hey, Health Coach: What Does A Health Coach Do, Exactly?

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