SCI BACK IN THE GAME “Nutrition”
The theme for March was Nutrition. Each week we posted simple recipes and spotlighted someone in the community. Here is the accumulation of spotlighting, recipes, tips, etc.
Track Your Nutrition Like a Pro!
Looking to stay on top of your nutrition goals? Whether you’re aiming for weight loss, muscle gain, or a healthier lifestyle, there’s a calorie counter app for you! Here are the best apps to help you hit your targets:
Best Overall: Cronometer
Best Free Option: Lose It!
Best with Barcode Scanner: MacroFactor
Best for Weight Loss: FatSecret
Best for Muscle Gain: MyFitnessPal
Best with Recipes: WeightWatchers
Best for Intermittent Fasting: Lifesum
Best for Keto: Carb Manager
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Caroline Roberts - Caroline is an Assistive Technology Professional dedicated to evaluating, securing approvals, and delivering complex rehabilitation equipment—helping individuals gain independence with custom wheelchairs, standing frames, bathing chairs, and more.
Caroline has been part of WASA since day one, hitting the court in wheelchair basketball and lacrosse!
When she’s not making a difference in the world of assistive tech, you can find her soaking up Milwaukee summers, gardening, and playing piano.
Fun Fact: All of Caroline’s siblings are left-handed—talk about a unique family trait!
Recipe to Try: Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad—because healthy and delicious is always a win!
Let’s give a big WASA shoutout to Caroline for her dedication and passion!
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Lauren Argall - Lauren balances many roles – from being a dedicated WASA employee to an energetic Life Time fitness instructor and a loving stay-at-home mom of three girls!
Lauren's Impact:
WASA employee since October, writing lesson plans and assisting with the ‘Back in the Game’ program
Passionate about fitness and helping others achieve their health goals at Life Time
A busy mom who loves working out, taking her kids to the park, and hitting up the shops
Fun Fact: Lauren is a proud mom of three beautiful girls!
Recipe to Share: Lauren's go-to breakfast is Overnight Oats! Perfect for those busy mornings!
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Ashley Miller, PT, DPT – Physical Therapist at Marquette University Neuro Recovery Clinic!
Ashley is making a huge impact as the SCI Lead, where she plays an integral role in patient care and clinical research, helping individuals with spinal cord injuries live their best lives.
Although Ashley has volunteered at one WASA wheelchair rugby tournament, she’s no stranger to adaptive sports, having been involved in the field during her previous role in Baltimore. She’s eager to dive deeper into the WASA community!
When she's not helping others achieve their physical goals, you can find Ashley hiking with her dog or enjoying a game of volleyball.
Recipe to Share: Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Bake
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Jeromie Meyer, WASA Program Manager - Jeromie has been a key part of the WASA family for 5 amazing years as both an employee and an athlete.
When he's not leading the charge at WASA, you can catch him exploring new coffee shops around Milwaukee —he’s on a mission to find the perfect brew! Fun fact: Jeromie is a self-proclaimed sneakerhead and has an impressive collection.
Recipe to try: Jeromie shares his go-to Beef & Broccoli Sheet Pan Recipe – quick, healthy, and packed with flavor.
