Heidi is a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) and former wildland firefighter. She is passionate about helping athletes learn how to dial in their fuel for arduous jobs and backcountry adventures, but also navigate day-to-day life and promote longevity.

Her years working as a wildland firefighter and interest in food and nutrition led her to pursue degrees in food science (B.S) and dietetics (M.S) at the University of Idaho. Throughout this time she worked as a fireline researcher, studying personnel health, physical performance, nutrition, hydration, and environmental exposures. Her education in food and nutrition coupled with seasons on the fireline has given her hands-on experience training and fueling for fire season prep, performance, and recovery. 

She feels inspired to serve a population she considers her "people", striving to clear up misinformation and help fill the void of resources available to a unique group of tactical athletes. Heidi also works as a private practice dietitian with @v2pnutrition, helping people from all backgrounds prepare for and perform in the mountains. 

Austin is a seasoned ultrarunner and former wildland. He has a Bachelor’s degree in accounting and previously worked as a tax preparer between fire seasons. He served for three years on an engine crew, followed by four years on the Silver State Hotshots and four years with the Boise Smokejumpers.

After a serious motorcycle accident threatened to derail career, Austin discovered his passion for running as a means of recovery and a pathway back to his dream of being a Smokejumper. He started running to improve his fitness for firefighting, embracing the mental and physical challenges of long-distance running. He has competed in numerous ultramarathons, including a 250-mile race.

Austin now leverages his extensive experience as a firefighter and athlete to coach runners in all levels of the sport. Specializing in ultramarathons, he coaches for any race distance or adventure. As a UESCA Certified Ultrarunning and Running Coach with an Advanced EMT background, his deep understanding of human physiology, honed through years of high-intensity work and endurance training, allows him to provide comprehensive and informed guidance to the athletes he works with.

Jessie Thomas is a certified health coach, personal trainer, and Nordic ski instructor based in Missoula, Montana. With a passion for nutrition, fitness, and the outdoors, Jessie combines personal experience as an athlete and adventurer with professional training to help others achieve lifelong wellness. A former smokejumper and dedicated mountain explorer, she understands the deep connection between caring for the body and thriving in nature.

Jessie holds certifications from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition (IIN), the American Council on Exercise (ACE), and PSIA Nordic Ski Instruction. She has also completed advanced courses in functional medicine and women’s health. As a mom, Jessie developed a creative approach to balancing health and fitness with a busy lifestyle, which she now shares with her clients through Sustainable Wellness.

Her mission is to empower individuals with the tools and knowledge to take control of their health and create lasting change. Jessie believes wellness is not just about personal health but also about positively impacting the ecosystems around us.

Justin is a dedicated humanitarian with a passion for improving physical, mental, and spiritual health. His mission is to help individuals achieve a better quality of life through holistic wellness.

He earned a Master’s in Exercise Science from Long Beach State, focusing his thesis and work as a Wellness Instructor for Santa Ana College on firefighter health and wellness. At Sports Academy, he served as a strength and conditioning coach, training competitive athletes and tactical personnel.

Currently, Justin is a Golden Eagles Hotshot, fighting wildfires across the U.S. as a 3rd puller and lead EMT on his crew. Seeking firsthand experience as a first responder, he has gained valuable insights into the challenges of the field.

Austin Womack is a Wildland Firefighter, a professional Strength and Conditioning Coach, and currently serves as an Infantry Officer in the US Army National Guard. A former college athlete, he holds a Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology and a Master's degree in Exercise Science.

He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and a Certified Tactical Strength and Conditioning Facilitator (TSAC-F) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association, one of the most prestigious organizations in the industry. Additionally, he holds a CrossFit Level 1 certification.

Austin previously worked as an Exercise Physiologist with the Austin Fire Department. Before transitioning to tactical strength and conditioning, he spent several years coaching professional athletes across the MLB, NFL, and MLS. His experience includes two seasons as a strength and conditioning coach with the Kansas City Royals, an MLB franchise.

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Anne is a former wildland firefighter and police officer of 13 years. She did fuels, crews, engines, and management. She even owned her own mitigation business in Colorado.

After a traumatic brain injury on the job, she had to start from scratch through speech therapy, physical therapy, mental health management, scans, medication, and alternative therapy.

She fell in love with the neuroplastic, and mental and emotional development process and now teaches and coaches post traumatic growth through high level coaching, breathwork, and hypnotherapy. 

Services: Coaching, Hypnotherapy, Breathwork, Accountability Programs

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Sofia is a former Hotshot, certified strength and conditioning coach, nutrition coach, and personal trainer (NASM). She is passionate about helping individuals build physical durability to meet the demands of their job, sport, or lifestyle.

Specializing in strength, conditioning, hypertrophy, endurance, performance nutrition, body composition, and mindset, Sofia’s approach focuses on what the body can achieve rather than its appearance. She aims to shift the collective perspective toward function and performance.

Sofia designs customized, science-based training programs tailored to each individual. She emphasizes sustainable nutrition strategies while providing accountability and support on multiple levels. Her coaching is ideal for those committed to learning, growing, and fully utilizing her expertise to reach their goals.