Debbie Potts: A Comprehensive Wellness Advocate & Retired Elite Age Group Athlete
Debbie Potts is a renowned figure in the world of fitness and holistic health, with a career spanning over three decades. An accomplished competitive athlete, Debbie’s journey took a pivotal turn in 2013 when she faced severe METABOLIC CHAOS®, resulting in a 30-pound weight gain and extreme fatigue despite maintaining her nutrition and exercise routines. This personal health crisis propelled her to delve deeper into understanding and resolving complex health issues.
As a top age group triathlete and runner, Debbie has achieved remarkable milestones, including finishing 15 Ironman races, qualifying five times for the Ironman Hawaii World Championship, and securing multiple entries into the Boston Marathon. Her extensive athletic background is a testament to her dedication and passion for endurance sports.
Debbie has shared her knowledge and experiences through her long-standing role as a podcast host. For over a decade, she has been the voice behind ‘The Fit & Healthy Athlete Podcast,’ where she engages with experts and discusses her health experiments. Her podcast and YouTube channel have become valuable resources for athletes and health enthusiasts.
Debbie’s credentials are impressive and diverse. She is a certified NASM Personal Trainer, Metabolic Efficiency Specialist, Kion Coach, Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner (fNTP), and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P). She continually expands her expertise through ongoing education, including courses by Dr. Stacy Sims, PNOE, AFDNP, and RUPA health practitioner courses for functional lab testing.
Her certifications also include being a CHEK Holistic Lifestyle Coach, USA Triathlon Coach, Natural Running Coach, Yoga Instructor, STOTT Pilates Mat Instructor, and fitness instructor in various disciplines. Debbie’s contributions to the fitness industry have been recognized, as she was named one of the top 100 personal trainers by Men’s Journal in 2004 and 2005. She was also a member of Mark Allen’s Elite Triathlon Team during her Ironman career.
Debbie Potts’ mission is clear: to help high performers avoid the pitfalls she encountered. As a Functional Wellness Practitioner, Holistic Health Investigator, Fitness & Performance Coach, Author, and Speaker, she is dedicated to helping individuals thrive as they age. She emphasizes the importance of personalized health protocols, understanding that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to health, fat loss, and performance.
Coach Debbie specializes in creating tailored protocols for individuals struggling to achieve desired results despite their best efforts. She focuses on identifying and addressing both external and internal stressors that impact health and performance. Her holistic approach includes educating clients on recognizing red flags, establishing personalized nutrition and exercise plans, and implementing lifestyle changes for optimal health.
Debbie Potts’ journey from a high-performing athlete to a holistic health advocate highlights her resilience and commitment to helping others. Her work continues to inspire and guide high achievers towards balanced, healthy, and thriving lives.
Debbie Potts: Empowering Holistic Health and Wellness
Debbie Potts is a dedicated Functional Wellness Practitioner, Holistic Health Investigator, Fitness & Performance Coach, Author, and Speaker. Her mission is to guide high performers toward optimal health and longevity by addressing both external and hidden internal sources of chronic stress. Through her unique approach called “The WHOLESTIC Method,” Debbie helps individuals transform their lives from the inside out, focusing on personalized health solutions rather than one-size-fits-all approaches.
Are you taking ownership of your health and your future self now so you can thrive as you age instead of struggle? Life is not a race; it is a journey. Debbie understands the challenges and frustrations of trying to feel and look your best, especially when you think you are doing everything “right.” Often, doctors may tell you that your lab results are “normal,” but you know something is off and you’re not performing your best in life or sports.
Debbie’s approach involves a comprehensive investigation into what is actually going on inside your body. She aims to put the missing pieces of your health puzzle back together, ensuring you thrive each day instead of just surviving.
Debbie Potts is dedicated to helping driven, ambitious, high-performing individuals who find themselves stuck despite doing all the “right” things. By investigating underlying issues and collecting vital clues, Debbie puts the missing pieces of their health puzzle back together, enabling them to regain their vibrant selves and thrive as they age.
Coach Debbie is following her purpose and passion that evolves around empowering high-performing individuals “to recognize and address the signs of overtraining and chronic stress. By providing personalized coaching and comprehensive health investigations, I help them regain their vibrant selves and avoid the pitfalls of burnout and health decline.”
My mission includes:
- Educating on the identification of red flags related to overtraining and insufficient recovery.
- Crafting personalized daily routines with tailored nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle tips.
- Equipping clients with tools to manage stress and reset their health journey.
- Identifying both external and internal chronic stressors that impact health.
- Developing customized protocols for restoring body balance and optimal health.
- Encouraging confidence and ownership over one’s health and mindset.
There is no one-size-fits-all approach, recognizing the unique biological and lifestyle factors of each individual.
The Fit & Healthy (Aging) Athlete Podcast Description
Join Debbie Potts, podcast host, author, speaker, holistic practitioner and performance coach, as she guides you to transform your health from the inside out using The WHOLESTIC Method. Learn to burn fat, optimize your health, and improve athletic performance. Each week, Debbie covers topics to help you become a peak performer in life and sports.
The WHOLESTIC Method Elements:
- Nutrition
- Exercise
- Sleep
- Stress
- Movement & Mobility
- Digestion & Gut Health
- Hydration
- Happiness, Play & Gratitude
Debbie shares her journey, lessons learned from overtraining, and tips to avoid burnout. Discover how to become a metabolically flexible fat burner and improve your daily performance. Embrace the Goldilocks Effect—where more is not better—and learn to recalibrate your life for optimal health and longevity.
Explore personalized approaches based on bio-individuality, and learn how to manage both external and internal stressors affecting your performance and health. Debbie’s mission is to help you thrive without overtraining or living each day as a race.
Education and Certifications Summary
Education:
- Bachelor of Arts in Corporate Recreation with an emphasis on Exercise Science and Health, Western Washington University (1989-1994).
Certifications:
- FDN Practitioner Program – Health Investigation with functional lab testing and assessment.
- Kion Coaching Program – Ben Greenfield Coaching.
- Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner.
- Metabolic Efficiency Specialist & Metabolic Expert Training – Bob Seabohor + PNOE Metabolic Testing.
- CHEK Institute Training Holistic Lifestyle Coach.
- USA Triathlon Level One Coach.
Additional Continuing Education:
- Dr. Stacy Sims Menopause 2.0.
- Endure IQ Coaching Course LDT 101 and 201.
- Wild Health Precision Medicine Fellowship 2024
- Designs for Health Course.
- RUPA Health GI Map Course.
- AFDNP Advanced Courses as DUTCH, OATS and SIBO
Competitive Athlete Achievements:
- Qualified for the Boston Marathon five times.
- Qualified for the Ironman Championship in Hawaii five times.
- Placed top ten female athlete overall in various triathlons.
- Placed top three in age group in various triathlon and running races.
Connect with Coach Debbie:
Contact Coach Debbie for a complimentary 20-minute call to discover how you can start your journey toward holistic health and performance improvement.
Choose to thrive each day with personalized nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle tips designed specifically for you.