Jennifer Tuma-Young

Jennifer Tuma-Young, an entrepreneur, motivational speaker, writer, licensed coach, wife, mother, and down-to-earth 'inspirer' understands what it's like to try to find balance, and is on quest to help women everywhere feel good about themselves and the juggling act we all partake in!

This multi-hat wearin' woman not only studied life balance, she is living testament that you CAN find balance in you. A recovered yo-yo dieter, Jennifer finally lost over 100 pounds 10 years ago, and never looked back! She overcame the threat of type II diabetes, changed careers, and is a much happier person inside and out. Now, as a self-help expert who has worked with thousands of clients, Jennifer uses her experience and expertise to give people exactly what they need: tips that are simple, practical, and totally fun!

Jennifer began her venture in the world of helping women first by opening a women's wellness center, and is now also the author and host of the dvd, Diets Don't Work, author of "Little Miss Negative", and the founder of Inspirista. She works hands on with people to create whatever they want for themselves and most importantly, to have a blast doing it! She is best known as a “dose of inspiration” motivating and teaching others how to live well, and making it simple to do! Jennifer firmly believes the way we live is truly a reflection of the way we feel. She’s a down-to-earth life stylist, working with people with wellness, nutrition, physical environment, career, fun, creativity, and personal development. Jennifer's services include "Inside-Out Makeovers", "Clutter-Color-Decor Assessments", "Recipe Design" and "Stress SOS", just to name a few!

Jennifer takes her energy on the road by traveling the country as a sought after speaker. She writes, licenses, and facilitates workshops for corporations and small businesses. She regularly speaks at events, and has been a guest speaker for organizations such as All About Women, Greater Media NJ, Curves International, Ladies Who Launch, W.I.S.E Solutions, and The American Diabetes Association. And, Jennifer has served as a spokesperson to promote wellness, balanced living, and self-esteem for companies such as Unilever, V-8, Stay-C 50, and Healthy Flax Organization.

Jennifer has appeared on over 300 radio and television programs as a coach and motivator, and has had recurring segments on Diet TV, Better TV, Rachael Ray, and affiliates across the country of ABC, NBC, CBS and FOX news! Her articles and tips are featured in outlets such as Martha Stewart Living, Yahoo Shine, Woman's World, Asbury Park Press, Courier News, The Learning Annex, and iVillage. She is a regular blogger for Yahoo Health and skirt! Magazine, a contributor/support moderator for Diet TV, and has served as a life balance expert for Gannett's "Moms Like Me- Ask the Expert."

Jennifer graduated Monmouth University with a B.A in Communications. She is a licensed coach, and has numerous certifications in personal development, time management, life strategies, mind-body wellness, kinesiology, nutrition, and fitness. Jennifer continues in ongoing training with organizations such as Curves International, ACSM, AFTA, NESTA, Discovery Health Institute, American Council on Exercise, and Wellcoaches. She is trained in life coaching, and has taken courses at NYU and Life Coach Institute. Jennifer is a member of the International Coaches Federation and an alliance member of the American College of Sports Medicine.