WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
“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.
Our work has totally reshaped my relationship with food - something that I wasn’t sure was even possible for me. I’ve lost 80lbs since working with Ethan and Optimized Health/Optimized Touring.”
— 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 (red light mgmt)
“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 (red light mgmt)
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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 (this fiction mgmt)
"I went to Optimized Health with the goal of just improving stress/anxiety management - acknowledging that how often I move and what I eat would impact that. But I'm walking away with so much more (and 16 pounds less!). Over our 6+ months working together, we worked through a complete lifestyle reboot: from developing balanced eating habits, to more intense workouts, and thoughtful rest days - yet throughout this entire very emotional and physical journey of unlearning habits and letting go of negative coping mechanisms, Ethan has been nothing less than supportive and encouraging.
I've found that I now prioritize my health (and myself) so much more than before and feel not only more educated but better in tune with what MY body needs. I've never felt better physically, emotionally, and mentally than I have now -- and I love that Ethan's focus was always on helping me find within myself what I needed to get me here."
— MJ LOUIS-JACQUES (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)
more transformations
"Working with Ethan and Optimized Health has been life changing for my overall physical health and self-confidence. I’ve always told myself I wanted to lose weight and tone up, but I was never able to keep the momentum or motivation. Since I began as a health coaching client, I have learned how to eat healthy and still enjoy food. I’ve learned portion control and everything in moderation (and have enjoyed the occasional cheat meal!). I learned how sleep and anxiety can effect someone’s overall mental and physical health. I have gained confidence in myself while doing workouts that I never would’ve dreamed of being able to complete. I’ve watched my body transform into someone who not only feels healthy and fit, but looks it too.”
- Carly S (November 2020)
"I went to Optimized Health with the goal of just improving stress/anxiety management - acknowledging that how often I move and what I eat would impact that. But I'm walking away with so much more (and 16 pounds less!). Over our 6+ months working together, we worked through a complete lifestyle reboot: from developing balanced eating habits, to more intense workouts, and thoughtful rest days - yet throughout this entire very emotional and physical journey of unlearning habits and letting go of negative coping mechanisms, Ethan has been nothing less than supportive and encouraging.
I've found that I now prioritize my health (and myself) so much more than before and feel not only more educated but better in tune with what MY body needs. I've never felt better physically, emotionally, and mentally than I have now -- and I love that Ethan's focus was always on helping me find within myself what I needed to get me here."
- Melissa L (November 2020)
“Ethan’s positive attitude and genuine enthusiasm for helping others has sparked a love for exercising I never thought I’d have. He has instilled in me a passion for running and a confidence in the ability to push my personal limits that has allowed me to achieve goals I didn’t think possible. And through it all, he always leaves me with a smile on my face. Ethan is truly the best!”
- Annika W
“I was uncomfortable in my body. I didn’t want to pose for pictures and I definitely didn’t want to step on a scale. Optimized Health helped me reshape my relationship with food and exercise. After just a few months, I was posing for pictures in clothes that flattered my new, healthy shape.”
- Sandy F