Fueling the Family & Herself: One Sports Mom’s 12-Week Nutrition Comeback
How a Mom of Four—and a Mom of Athletes—Nicole Hinkle Transformed Her Health with APEX PWR
At APEX Performance Wellness & Rehab, we believe it’s never too late—and you’re never too busy—to reclaim your health, energy, and confidence. For Nicole Hinkle, a 46-year-old mom of four and coach at APEX, the 12-Week Nutrition Challenge was more than just a program—it was the structure she needed to finally put herself back on the list.
Before the pandemic and her two youngest kids, Nicole was in great shape, and competing in bodybuilding competitions. But over the past 5 years, life happened. Between parenting, work, and putting others first, her personal fitness took a backseat.
“I was seeing some progress by the end of 2024, but I’d hit a wall. I needed a push. I needed support. And I got both in the Challenge.”
Real Results in Just 12 Weeks
With personalized guidance from certified nutritionist Jennie Carolan, Nicole experienced major changes—both on the scale and beyond:
📉 Body fat dropped from 37.7% to 31.1%
💪 Lean muscle mass increased from 110.4 lbs to 114.8 lbs
⚖️ Lost 15.8 lbs of fat, gained 4.4 lbs of lean mass
🔥 Reduced visceral (dangerous belly) fat by 0.77 lbs
📉 Lost over 11 lbs of fat from her trunk region alone
This is true body recomposition—gaining strength, reducing health risks, and feeling better day to day.
The Athlete Angle: A Mom Behind the Scenes
Nicole’s transformation carries a deeper story. She’s not just a mom—she’s a mom of athletes.
In our APEX newsletter’s Athlete Angle, we usually shine a light on athletes, training tips, and sports science. But this time, we’re turning the spotlight on the unsung heroes behind the athletes: the parents. More specifically—the moms.
Nicole is one of those moms. The kind that’s juggling sports schedules, racing across town from practice to games, supporting her kids’ dreams, and somehow also making sure everyone is fed. While her kids are training like athletes, she’s quarterbacking the whole operation.
That’s what makes her success in the Challenge so powerful. It’s easy to say “there’s no time,” or “this season is too busy.” But Nicole found a way. And that way was the expertly laid-out 12-Week Nutrition Challenge—paired with consistent, weekly live coaching from Jennie, a fellow mom who gets it.
“I don’t know if I have the bandwidth for it right now,” is what she hears most.
But as Nicole says: “You won’t find an expert at this price that’s this responsive and thorough to help you!”
You Don’t Need to Be Local to Change Your Life
Nicole lives and coaches right here in Tigard, Oregon, but you don’t have to live in Portland or even come to APEX physically to experience this transformation. The 12-Week Nutrition Challenge is 100% online and accessible from anywhere.
Whether you’re a sports parent in Beaverton or a busy professional across the country, the structure, coaching, and support system come right to you.
What You’ll Get in the Challenge
Whether you’re looking for nutrition help in Portland, need a nutritionist in Tigard, or just want a plan that actually fits your life, here’s what’s inside:
✅ Weekly LIVE group coaching with certified nutritionist Jennie Carolan
✅ Weekly check-ins and accountability that’s encouraging, not overwhelming
✅ Custom plans and strategies based on your real-life schedule
✅ Feedback on food tracking, meals, and habits
✅ Meal prep resources, grocery lists, and more
✅ Private group for support and motivation
This isn’t another strict diet. It’s a real-life strategy that works with your family, your schedule, and your goals.
Ready to Be the Athlete Behind the Athletes?
Nicole didn’t just transform her body—she proved that moms can show up for themselves, too. And when you do, everything else benefits: your energy, your family, your mindset.
📍 Local to Portland, Tigard, or Beaverton? Great—we’re right here.
🌍 Out of town? No problem—this challenge is open to anyone, anywhere.
💬 Still have questions? [Let’s talk!] – Call 971-294-2669
🔗 Ready to commit? [Join the Challenge here.]
At APEX PWR, we help busy parents, professionals, and athletes of all ages take control of their nutrition and health. Nicole’s story is your reminder: you don’t need to wait. You just need a plan—and the right people beside you.
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