frequently asked questions

What makes KLN different?

We provide individualized, high-touch coaching that goes far beyond just handing you macro targets and letting you figure things out on your own. We help you implement sustainable nutrition habits, troubleshoot challenges in real time, and build a healthier relationship with food with the goal of not needing a coach or to track your food forever. While we absolutely help you meet your short-term goals, we do so with a long-term approach.

Our coaching is deeply focused on meeting you where you’re at — your goals, your lifestyle, your past experiences, and the habits you're working to build are all things we consider in tailoring our coaching to you and your needs. We blend evidence-based strategies with real-life behavior change, and we believe your nutrition should support your lifestyle rather than taking over your life.

DO YOU ONLY HELP PEOPLE LOSE WEIGHT?

Not at all. Some of our clients come to us with fat loss goals, and many don’t. Plenty of folks want to improve performance, support health as they age, build strength, establish consistency, improve their relationship with food, or simply feel better in their bodies without thoughts of food taking up so much mental space. Our job is to support your goals, whatever those may be

do i have to track macros to work with you?

Nope. Tracking is one of many tools we use, but it’s never required, and the goal is that it is always a temporary tool — not something we have to do forever.

We work within a framework of tracking macros. We utilize it in the beginning as a tool that can help us build more awareness around our eating habits, but we acknowledge that tracking macros is not the only tool out there either! While we typically start with tracking in our initial weeks together, we have many other strategies we can utilize to ensure that your nutrition is as supportive to you as possible. Our long term goal in every coaching relationship is that tracking is a tool you can use when needed, but not the end all be all or a tool you have to lean on forever.

What if I have a really unpredictable schedule or travel a lot?

Perfect!That’s where we shine! We coach real people with real lives, which means helping you stay consistent even when things aren’t routine (and recognizing that consistency in our habits doesn’t mean being perfect all the time.) Whether you're a frequent traveler, shift worker, or just juggling a lot, we build flexible strategies that fit your life and needs.

How do check-ins work (and why don’t you do coaching calls)?

Weekly check-ins are the backbone of our coaching process. We’ve designed them intentionally — both as a way for you to pause and reflect on the week, and for your coach to get a full picture of your habits, progress, challenges, mindset, and upcoming week. Your written feedback, combined with additional data (tracking data, food log, weight or measurements, smartwatch data, etc.), helps us see what’s working, what’s not, and how to guide your next steps.

We always take time to carefully review your check-in and respond with thoughtful, personalized feedback in the form of a written response, a voice note, or a personalized recordedvideo. You’ll get clear takeaways and strategies each week, plus support between check-ins if you need it (we encourage this!).

We don’t do weekly calls, and that’s on purpose.

While calls might seem helpful, they often lead to rushed, off-the-cuff advice. We are better coaches than that. When we have time to review your check-in thoroughly, spot trends, and even consult research or teammates if needed, we’re able to coach with real intention and depth and cater our approach to you and your specific needs.

Plus: most of our clients are busy professionals, parents, or both — and the last thing you need is another Zoom meeting on your calendar. Our approach gives you flexibility, consistent support, and feedback you can actually implement while aligning with your lifestyle as our priority is focused, high-touch coaching built around you

How long do people usually work with their coach?

We have a 3-month minimum, but most clients stay with us for 12+ months. This is because our coaching is focused on long-term change, not quick fixes. We're here to support you through every season — travel, holidays, motivation dips, and everything in between. Our goal is that you come out on the other side of our coaching relationship with the skills and tools you need to navigate your nutrition on your own long-term.

What’s the investment?

We offer different coaching tiers depending on the length of commitment and your chosen coach:

  • 12-month commitment: $275 USD/month

  • 6-month commitment: $325 USD/month

  • 3-month commitment: $375 USD/month

Kate works with a smaller client roster these days, so her availability is pretty limited and her rates are a bit different to reflect that. Most new clients work with one of the awesome coaches on the KLN team — each with their own style, expertise, and approach. When you apply, Kate will help match you with the coach who’s the best fit based on your goals and preferences.

how do I know which coach is a best fit for me?

Each coach on the KLN team is incredibly knowledgable and confident, and we also all have different personal experiences and backgrounds. While we each have a specific type of ideal client, none of us work with just one type of client — we all work with a diverse spectrum of individuals with different goals, backgrounds, and lifestyles. You can read more about each coach on our KLN team here and get a feel for which coach may be the best fit for you.

What happens after coaching ends?

We’re really intentional about how we wrap up the coaching process. Our goal is for you to move forward feeling confident in your habits, your progress, and your ability to maintain results long term (without needing to rely on external accountability or tracking your food forever).

When you’re ready to off-board, your coach will create a personalized Maintenance Roadmap for you. This includes:

  • A summary of your progress, habits, and key takeaways from your time in coaching

  • Your personalized macro targets and goals moving forward (if applicable)

  • A strategy for maintaining consistency without tracking

  • Clear next steps for any future goals you want to work toward

  • Guidance for navigating tricky seasons — travel, stress, lack of structure, etc. — on your own

We don’t want to keep you dependent on coaching forever; we want you to move forward on your own feeling capable of your knowledge and habits.

Still have questions?

Totally get it. Choosing the right coach is a big decision, and I want you to feel confident in your next step.

If you’re unsure about anything (whether coaching is the right fit, who you’d work with, or what the process looks like) you can submit a no-pressure application here, and I’ll follow up personally with more info.


—Kate