“I’ve lost 80lbs in 6 months since working with Ethan and Optimized Health. Our work has totally reshaped my views on dieting, and my overall relationship with food - something that I wasn’t sure was even possible for me.

Touring is such an abnormal and unpredictable experience, especially at our level where we’re touring in a van. I’ve learned that the more I can take care of myself on the road, the better the tour will go. Beyond food, tour life is also such a weird ride for your mental health, and having a health routine and consistency is just so important.

— Jason Singer (aka “michigander”), touring artist

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“I've tried all types of approaches when it comes to trying to lose weight over the years, both on and off the road. Linking up with Ethan has been by far the most effective and practical program I've adapted into my life, both physically and mentally. As an artist manager and former tour manager, Ethan easily relates to the lifestyle and all the curveballs that can regularly throw a wrench in the gears of staying on the tracks.

He's an incredible cheerleader whose approach is realistic and contagiously motivating. The customized training and food program he built out for me is centered around longevity and sustainably maintaining my goals.

Beyond what I came to expect going into working together, his own experiences are clear drivers in the passion demonstrated to go above and beyond, making sure the plan evolves and pivots to meet your needs.”

— Jason Gibbs (manager, Red LighT)

“Ethan and Optimized Touring answer the call of a demanding industry that constantly tests a person’s mind, body and spirit. Late nights, time changes, crazy schedules, intense travel, unpredictable food options, extreme pressure, partying... It simply isn’t sustainable and that way of thinking is slowly becoming extinct.

Ethan has the incredibly unique perspective of being a health and fitness coach while currently managing a successful artist management company. Leading with empathy, Ethan caters his coaching to our lifestyle with real results. His positive demeanor, enthusiastic support, and practical approach to wellness has been an absolute game changer for my life. I look forward to continue consulting Ethan for my own wellness journey along with my clients, crew, staff, and beyond.

— Andrew leib (manager, red light)

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"Ethan is an inspiration - a shining example of someone who knows how prioritizing your health leads to a happier, more fulfilled work life. Watching Ethan build his health coaching practice on top of an already successful management business has been amazing to witness.

We're excited to work with Optimized Touring to consult our roster on how to stay healthy on the road. As someone who's spent many hours on tour myself, I know the challenges of trying to keep up a healthy routine, and look forward to leaning on Ethan and his team for our artists.”

— Seth Kallen (Owner, this fiction)

"Ethan is the coach and support system I always dreamed might exist, but could never find. As a musician with a chaotic schedule and limited access to healthy food and exercise equipment, I struggled for over 10 years with obesity and general physical health.

When I was introduced to Ethan it seemed that finally someone was able to work within the realities I faced to move me towards attainable and steady progress. With a well-rounded approach including diet, weekly planning and physical exercise, I've lost 75 pounds and counting, and I feel physically better than I've felt since high school."

— DAVE B (Artist & PRODUCER)

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Ethan and I started working together at the end of 2020, and the last 5 months have been transformative. He has a super thoughtful approach to holistic health, and paired with his deep understanding of the challenges facing the touring artist, the launch of Optimized Touring is perfectly timed and positioned to support artists going back out on the road post-COVID with a renewed focus on their health along the way.

Personally, I’ve never had a problem rallying to go to the gym, but in retrospect, I certainly wasn’t maximizing my time or pushing myself to keep growing. The workouts Ethan has customized for me keep me engaged and continually surprising myself with what I’m able to accomplish. I even have started to enjoy running after decades of declaring I would never do such a thing.

— BRYAN GRONE (SPLICE)