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Allison Occkial: Holistic Health Practitioner
I’m here to help you balance your hormones, improve Hi there, I’m Allison. I’m glad you’re here!

I am a wife, daughter, soon to be mom, friend and self-proclaimed health and wellness fanatic! I am a Certified Holistic Health Practitioner and working in the health field since 2008. I have specialized training as a Holistic Nutritionist, Functional Medicine Health Coach and Personal Fitness Trainer. My goal is to help YOU reclaim your body and achieve your best health, so you can get the confidence to live your life to the fullest. I’m here to provide the tools, education personalized accountability and support you need to make the changes that turn into results that LAST. Health is not one-size-fits-all and it looks and feels different for everyone. Your lifestyle should reflect what makes YOU your best,

Health should be personalized, but doesn’t need to be complicated. Through prioritizing holistic, whole food based nutrition, balanced exercise, rest & self-care and optimal hormone balance, you can start feeling more confident, energetic, balanced and living with vitality! Services include:
Personalized Holistic Wellness Plans
1:1 Health coaching
1:1 Personal Training
Online self guided programs

More information on Allison & her Services: https://finessefitnesswithallison.com/personalized-holistic-wellness/

12/20/2025

Who else loves a good Christmas sugar cookie?? 🤗🌲

Baking is a favorite activity for my daughter and I to do together 🥰

They're sooooo good, but traditional ingredients (white flour, sugar, butter, vegetable oils) are super processed, inflammatory...and while I feel good when eating them, they definitely don't make me feel great after... they don't serve me or my health! 😩

But instead of depriving myself completely, I've found healthier ways to make my favorite treats.

I've found this, and for my clients, is the best scenario. No restrictions BUT you're also able to honor your health needs/goals.

My Healthy Sugar Cut Out Cookies do not have any refined sugars, flours and inflammatory oils!

I use a mix of almond and coconut flours, making them gluten and grain free. They’re a perfect combination of soft, chewy with a crisp exterior. They are a hit at any party or get together!

For the Full Recipe & Directions, comment COOKIE and I will send you the direct link! 😁🤗❤️

12/17/2025

Number 7 is actually my favorite in this list!

What would you add - what helps YOU?

Save for yourself as a reminder, and share with a fellow busy woman who needs this ❤️

Healthy balance - healthy holidays - health tips - fit moms tips - Christmas season

12/15/2025

Can You Really Build Muscle AND Lose Fat?!

Short answer, yes, but with context of course!

It depends on:

1. Your Starting Points: current activity, body composition
2. Your Training Plan
3. Your Nutrition
4. Physiology & Lifestyle: hormones like cortisol, thyroid, sleep, stress etc.

We sit down together and map out the right plan for YOU.

Best of all, Abby isn't near being done with her results 👏

Interested in this approach for yourself?

1. First, follow along here for lots of metabolism and hormone tips for women
2. Comment METABOLISM and I'll send you my free Metabolic Program for Women
3. DM me and let's see how I can help (enrollment for new clients is open for 2026!)

Training done at 👌

💪💯☺️

12/11/2025

As a women's health coach & trainer, I'm ranking the TOP women’s health habits (that actually move the needle): ⬇️

1️⃣ Daily walking: Simple, low stress, and incredibly powerful habit for blood sugar, cortisol, and metabolism. Schedule in movement breaks!

2️⃣ Strength training: Builds muscle, supports bone density, and boosts long-term metabolic health. And this means CHALLENGING exercises!

3️⃣ Exposure to sunlight: helps release serotonin and dopamine, neurotransmitters that are critical for mood & wellbeing. Plus, hormones are dependent on morning circadian rhythm syncing & cortisol surges.

4️⃣ Protein intake: Keeps you full, stabilizes blood sugar, and protects lean muscle. If your nutrition is off, your energy, focus, strength & body composition won't change.

5️⃣ Sleep hygiene: If your sleep is off, everything else feels harder. Hormones, cravings, mood, and energy all start here. Prioritize a healthy night routine.

6️⃣ Gluten-free: Powerful for those with sensitivities or autoimmune issues, but not required for everyone, and doesn't necessarily help if the other above tactics aren't in place.

7️⃣ Intermittent fasting: Helpful for SOME women when done strategically, but not one-size-fits-all. In general, women don't respond well to long fasting windows (16 hrs or more) and can cause irregular blood sugar, cravings & increase in cortisol (exactly what we DON'T want).

To reiterate, there is no black/white answer for these habits; it's all based on the context & the individual.

➡️ But overall, women over 35, 40 need to focus on:

Optimal metabolic health
Maintaining lean body mass
Managing stress & inflammation

These top habits do just that!

I've been working in the health/wellness for 17 years now (!) So I've seen all the fads & quick fix attempts.
But, Real results and true health (feeling good from the inside out) isn’t about perfection or doing EVERYTHING. It’s about mastering the basics, on a consistent basis.

➡️ If you're ready to stop spinning your wheels, comment RESULTS and I'll send you my free Metabolic Program for Women!

12/08/2025

The formula to success?

A PLAN, SUPPORT and CONSISTENT ACTION.

And sometimes the plan is unconventional.

I don't just provide exercise, nutrition etc recommendations.
If you're hitting road blocks, we address what they are & find solutions.

Why I am here as your personal coach:
To give you tough love & education when need be, but also to collaborate together on where to get started & how to get “unstuck”.

Because those challenges WILL happen, so it’s so crucial you have that 1:1 accountability to minimize setbacks & how to keep moving forward in a realistic way.

That’s when I know I’ve done my job: I’ve helped you reach your goals, find the tools you need to maintain their new healthy lifestyle, all while “enjoying the ride”!

Curious about my approach and working with me? Send me a DM or email and let’s chat!
Allisonbergstromfitness@gmail.com

12/06/2025

If you exercise fasted early morning, then steal my pre workout routine for optimal results!

If you’re serious about performance, recovery, and results, what you fuel your body with matters just as much as the work you put in.

I take Legion supplements every day because they’re actually clean; no artificial dyes, fillers, or hidden junk, and every product is lab tested for purity, potency, and banned substances. So I know exactly what I’m putting into my body, and that matters to me as both an athlete and a coach.

Here’s my routine 👇🏼

FIRST: Hydrate! Water is so crucial to replenish stores after sleep & number one nutrient our bodies need. I have about 20oz first thing.

SECOND: Supplements!

I currently take Energy Surge: a pre-workout that delivers clean energy and mental clarity (no jitters, no crash) and nursing safe.

It has caffeine plus rhodiola, B vitamins, taurine, & L-theanine

Boosts mood & energy levels

Improves focus & drive

Increases metabolic rate

Enhances strength, power and endurance

I also take 3 capsules of HMB

β-Hydroxy β-Methylbutyrate is a compound produced when the body breaks down leucine, an amino acid that stimulates protein synthesis.

Since I exercise fasted, and am nursing (so I can't take any fat burner supplements) this is helping me to:

Reduce muscle loss while training in a calorie deficit

Reduces exercise-induced muscle damage

Support fat loss

Supplements are the bridge between effort and recovery… It’s the key between showing up and leveling up. These aren’t magic pills; they’re tools that support consistency, recovery, and progress when you’re putting in the work day after day.

Fuel like you train. Show up & stay consistent. Code AllisonO gets you $$ off all supps 🫶🏼
And they are still on sale right now!!

12/04/2025

The weight you use doesn't actually matter...
if your FORM is off.

The deadlift is an exercise with huge benefits, but also takes a lot of practice to master. This is why I incorporate a hinge/deadlift motion in every workout my for clients.

As you saw with Pam, the improper form was affecting her upper back.
The type of weight/load (barbell vs kettlenell) was limiting her hip range of motion
She was doing the exercise - but it wasn't ideal and she even says "something feels off".

Here’s why this is important:

1. Shoulder position = spinal protection.
Rounded shoulders can pull your spine out of alignment. Locked-in lats? They turn your upper body into a solid pillar that protects your low back.

2. Engaged lats = a stronger pull.
My cue to clients is “squeezing oranges that are your armpits" 🤣
This instantly tightens the upper back and makes the bar path smoother and safer.

3. Braced core & tight upper body creates more focus on using your glutes to do the work.

4. Neutral neck = better alignment.
Looking up or down throws off the whole posture. Keep your gaze a few feet ahead and feel how much more controlled the lift becomes.

Key Takeaways:

1. If you want strength AND results… don’t just exercise. Exercise with focus & intention.

2. Don't be afraid to try different types of exercise, ones that resonate with your body.

3. Utilize working with a professional, who can point out your blind spots & address the proper exercise for YOU.

Need structure & support with your exercise & beyond?

Message me & let's chat about what is a good plan for you!

12/02/2025

Save this ✔️ for the easiest, healthy hot chocolate recipe ever! ☕️ 🍫

And, it has no sugar & high in protein, say what?!

Legion has some of the best protein out there. I rarely make a shake - i use it in so many other ways!

11/28/2025

If you've been waiting for the right time, IT'S NOW.

Let's start working together now (or in 2026!) by taking advantage of my holiday special.

I help busy women & moms, with goals of increasing energy, losing weight & gaining strength, plus also improving hormone imbalances & even navigating through menopause.

Here's how my approach is different:
🌳 Using lifestyle & functional medicine to thrive from the inside out
✍️ Aiming to uncover root causes of both health concerns & poor lifestyle habits
🍎 Food quality first vs. counting calories
🏃‍♀️ Movement as a daily nutrient for our body & mind
💯 Creating sustainable new habits & routines vs quick fixes
🤗 Continuous support, on HOW to implement these new behaviors, through both private & small group accountability.

Let's make health sustainable together. Contact me and lets chat about how I can help you reach your best self!

This is only available until Dec. 4!

Address

36445 Biltmore Pl. Unit G
Willoughby, OH
44094

Website

http://www.finessefitnesswithallison.com/

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Allison Bergstrom Occkial is a Cleveland based certified Holistic Nutritionist, Functional Medicine Health Coach and Personal Trainer. Certified since 2008, she has worked with a variety of clients with different needs, goals, and backgrounds. She is a former NPC fitness bikini athlete, competing in 7 shows between 2012 and 2016.

Allison currently offers both remote and in-person nutrition programs and counseling, fitness training and wellness coaching. Areas of Specialty include: Holistic Nutrition

Functional Medicine Health Coaching Weight Loss & Fat Loss Body Sculpting and Conditioning Lifestyle and Weight Management Functional Training & Core Strengthening