A Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) is an individual who is a food and nutrition expert who has met rigorous criteria to earn the RDN Credential. RDN’s need to complete a minimum of a bachelor’s degree at a US regionally accredited university and course work approved by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND).
They are also responsible to complete an ACEND-accredited supervised practice program consisting of 1,200+ hours in various health-care facility settings. The final step in the process to becoming an RDN involves an extremely difficult national examination administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
RDN’s study a variety of subjects ranging from food and nutrition sciences, business economics, computer science, culinary arts, biochemistry, physiology, microbiology, anatomy, and chemistry.
A Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) is an individual who is a food and nutrition expert who has met rigorous criteria to earn the RDN Credential. RDN’s need to complete a minimum of a bachelor’s degree at a US regionally accredited university and course work approved by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND).
They are also responsible to complete an ACEND-accredited supervised practice program consisting of 1,200+ hours in various health-care facility settings. The final step in the process to becoming an RDN involves an extremely difficult national examination administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
RDN’s study a variety of subjects ranging from food and nutrition sciences, business economics, computer science, culinary arts, biochemistry, physiology, microbiology, anatomy, and chemistry.
A Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) is an individual who is a food and nutrition expert who has met rigorous criteria to earn the RDN Credential. RDN’s need to complete a minimum of a bachelor’s degree at a US regionally accredited university and course work approved by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND).
They are also responsible to complete an ACEND-accredited supervised practice program consisting of 1,200+ hours in various health-care facility settings. The final step in the process to becoming an RDN involves an extremely difficult national examination administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
RDN’s study a variety of subjects ranging from food and nutrition sciences, business economics, computer science, culinary arts, biochemistry, physiology, microbiology, anatomy, and chemistry.
abouT us
Altitude Nutrition & Exercise Consulting was founded in 2018 with one goal in mind, “Taking your health to new heights.”
The mission of Altitude Nutrition & Exercise Consulting is to shape the public’s food choices and exercise habits, creating a positive atmosphere that can lead to improved health and well-being.
Our vision is to create a healthier world for future generations through education, love, and the commitment we hold as nutrition and exercise professionals. We strive to spread awareness, knowledge, and the importance of creating healthy nutrition and exercise habits to combat illness and improve the health of all people.
MEEt the professionals
Adam Hook, MS, RDN, LDN, ACSM-CPT
Meet Adam, the CEO and founder of Altitude Nutrition & Exercise Consulting. Growing up in Northeastern Pennsylvania, Adam has always had a natural passion to educate and help others on their journey to improved health and well-being. He has received a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Misericordia University and a Master of Science degree in Sports Nutrition and Exercise Science from Marywood University, which is one of the top schools for nutrition in the country.
He has also completed course work approved by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND), a 1200+ hour supervised practice program, and passed a national examination administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration earning him his Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential. Soon after Adam became licensed in the state of Pennsylvania to practice medical nutrition therapy as a Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN).
As a RDN LDN and member of AND, Adam is not only a food and nutrition expert but a leader in the field of dietetics. He has also received his Nationally Accredited Personal Training Certification through The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM-CPT) and has been involved in the nutrition, exercise and health industry for over a decade. He is an advocate for creating a healthier future for all people and is driven to help others reach all of their nutrition and exercise goals no matter their current condition.
Catherine Madsen, MS, RDN, LDN, ACE-CPT
Meet Catherine, Registered/Licensed Dietitian and Certified Personal Trainer at Altitude Nutrition & Exercise Consulting. Catherine has always had an aptitude for health and wellness and looks forward to helping each individual achieve their nutrition, health and fitness-related goals. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in Nutrition and Dietetics and a Master of Science degree in Nutrition from Marywood University.
She has completed many years of vigorous course work approved by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and passed a national examination administered by the Commission of Dietetic Registration earning her the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential. As a Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN) in the state of Pennsylvania, Catherine is able to provide medical nutrition therapy where she can help reduce the risk of developing complications from current conditions and prevent/decrease future disease risks.
Catherine has received her nationally accredited Personal Training Certification through the American Council on Exercise (ACE-CPT) and is ready to guide you towards your fitness goals with personalized one-on-one and small group training abilities. Catherine is very passionate about health and fitness and welcomes all individuals looking to make health improvements. She has been involved in the nutrition and exercise industry for several years and is always pursuing new knowledge to further her education in order to offer the best professional care available.
Our Beliefs
With all of the confusing information you hear about involving nutrition and exercise on TV, from friends and family, or even read on the internet, it is difficult to know where to begin. There are more false health claims and unrealistic results in the world than there are true maintainable outcomes. To avoid all of this confusion, our Registered Dietitians and Personal Trainers are here to translate the science of nutrition and exercise into practical solutions that work. These solutions create the opportunity for each individual we work with the chance to make personalized healthy living and improved lifestyle changes that can last a lifetime.
If you think about it, our diet or the foods that we eat each day are very important in everything that we do. In other words, the food that we eat gives our bodies as well as our minds the fuel to think clearly and perform daily tasks. Here at Altitude, it is our belief that everyone should see a dietitian every year for nutrition counseling, in the same way that you would go see a dentist or your primary care doctor for your yearly exam.
Diet affects every aspect of our lives, from how we look, to how we feel, to how we move, to how we sleep, and even how we think. With diet affecting so much in our lives, it is important to have regular check-ups and involvement with a dietitian to assure that your diet is in good condition in the same way that you have yearly exams and checkups with a doctor to make sure your body is in good condition.
Are you ready to start taking your health to new heights? Let us get you started on your journey today!
Why Choose us
So why choose Altitude you ask? At Altitude Nutrition & Exercise Consulting you are not just another number, we strive to treat every person we work with like family. We will do everything we can to guide you on your path to improving your health and accomplishing your goals. Our services are available for individuals of all ages, abilities, and fitness levels. We specialize in medical nutrition therapy (MNT), nutrition counseling / weight-management, personal training, exercise programs, sports nutrition / nutrition planning, online health coaching, and many other combined nutrition and exercise services catered to you and your individual goals.
Many of our services are covered by most health insurance plans. So why not put your insurance benefits to work for you and maximize your health through our services that you are possibly already paying for. Exclusions and limitations do apply, so please contact your current insurance provider for more information on coverage for medical nutrition therapy (MNT), nutrition counseling, or preventative nutrition services provided by a Registered Dietitian. No insurance? No problem! We accept cash, checks, and credit card payments as well. If you would like us to complete an insurance benefits check for you, simply contact us so we can gather some information to complete the check.
What sets us apart
Here at Altitude Nutrition & Exercise Consulting we do our best to set ourselves apart from the competition. We do this by providing free exercise guidance at no additional cost to you with each nutritional service we offer. In addition, with each exercise plan or personal training session, some nutrition consulting will be provided at no additional cost. Why do we do this you ask? The idea behind this concept is that we really want to see you succeed with improving your current health status or condition and secondly, nutrition and exercise go hand in hand. Research has even found that the combination of proper nutrition and good exercise habits, to be the cornerstone for making long-term health improvements.