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Ben Puodziunas

  • Fitness Coach & Dietitian
  • MS Clinical Nutrition
  • CNSC
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My Mission

My mission is to help clients achieve their health and wellness goals by bridging the gap between evidence-based science and sustainable, practical action that supports and expands upon your current lifestyle.
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The best time to improve your health was yesterday. The second-best time is now.
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Why Train With Me

Success looks different for everyone. While others rely on sparse data and generic advice, I perform a comprehensive assessment of your unique nutrition, lifestyle, and activity habits. By providing evidence-based recommendations and in-depth education, I empower you with the tools and resources needed to achieve lasting results and complete autonomy in your own health journey.

My go-to workout

Find me crushing a leg workout or running 5+ miles down Chicago's lakefront path.

Healthy food I love

Fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, whole grains, healthy fats, and dairy products

Healthy food I hate

None! Give me all the fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, whole grains, and dairy products you have!

Why Train With Me

Success looks different for everyone. While others rely on sparse data and generic advice, I perform a comprehensive assessment of your unique nutrition, lifestyle, and activity habits. By providing evidence-based recommendations and in-depth education, I empower you with the tools and resources needed to achieve lasting results and complete autonomy in your own health journey.

My go-to workout

Find me crushing a leg workout or running 5+ miles down Chicago's lakefront path.

Healthy food I love

Fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, whole grains, healthy fats, and dairy products

Healthy food I hate

None! Give me all the fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, whole grains, and dairy products you have!

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Favorite workout music

90s Rock & Roll (ACDC, KISS) or Metal (Sleep Token, Bring Me The Horizon)

What people are most surprised to learn about me

Nutrition & fitness have always been a large part of my life - even going back to childhood!

How it works

Insurance-covered personal training and nutrition coaching

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Confirm eligibility and complete your first call

First, we'll confirm your insurance coverage and any copay -- most clients pay $0. On your initial Kickoff video call, you'll build your plan together with your dual-certified dietitian trainer.
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Get a personalized workout and nutrition plan each week

Work out when and where you want with step by step guidance from your coach via our interactive app. Eat well with meal plans and guidance crafted by your coach just for you.
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Keep doing your favorite sports and activities. Your coach will customize your plan so it works AND is enjoyable.
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Reach your goals with weekly video calls and daily checkins

Your coach will guide you with weekly video calls and check-in texts most days. Your coach is there for you on demand, whenever you need.
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Client stories

"Before finding Kickoff, I wasted so much time sitting in my car at the gym trying to google the "best" workout for the day. Now I never fret over workouts - they're sent to me with clear instruction in the Kickoff app. Working with my trainer via text has been such a benefit. Having that accountability was key - I beat my goal by 10 lbs, losing 40 lbs before my wedding day!"
Peyton
Texas
"Before finding Kickoff, I wasted so much time sitting in my car at the gym trying to google the "best" workout for the day. Now I never fret over workouts - they're sent to me with clear instruction in the Kickoff app. Working with my trainer via text has been such a benefit. Having that accountability was key - I beat my goal by 10 lbs, losing 40 lbs before my wedding day!"
"Working with Kickoff is awesome! It has helped me learn so much about what it takes to transform your body. I have lost 23 pounds and 5% body fat since working with Rachel and I've never felt better!"
Augie H.
Florida
"Working with Kickoff is awesome! It has helped me learn so much about what it takes to transform your body. I have lost 23 pounds and 5% body fat since working with Rachel and I've never felt better!"
"As a busy, working mom, I don't like leaving my home to go to the gym. My trainer designs workout plans that I can do at home. Kickoff is realistic, sustainable & supportive. That's why it's been so successful for me!"
Miriam C.
Oregon
"As a busy, working mom, I don't like leaving my home to go to the gym. My trainer designs workout plans that I can do at home. Kickoff is realistic, sustainable & supportive. That's why it's been so successful for me!"
"I lost 70 pounds of fat (265 to 195) and am keeping it off with Kickoff! I’m now adding muscle and getting stronger! My coach makes it fun to stick to an awesome exercise and nutrition program that really works."
Giancarlo R.
Georgia
"I lost 70 pounds of fat (265 to 195) and am keeping it off with Kickoff! I’m now adding muscle and getting stronger! My coach makes it fun to stick to an awesome exercise and nutrition program that really works."
"I’ve lost 25 lbs with Kickoff and gained tons of strength and confidence. Thanks to Kickoff, I was able to tweak my nutrition & really see a noticeable difference in my energy levels. I am finally feeling like myself again!"
Brooke H.
California
"I’ve lost 25 lbs with Kickoff and gained tons of strength and confidence. Thanks to Kickoff, I was able to tweak my nutrition & really see a noticeable difference in my energy levels. I am finally feeling like myself again!"
"My body fat decreased by 5.3%. I don't have to stress about planning workouts. I love how supportive my coach has been. Kickoff has become a constant amongst the chaos of everyday life."
Ashley B.
Alabama
"My body fat decreased by 5.3%. I don't have to stress about planning workouts. I love how supportive my coach has been. Kickoff has become a constant amongst the chaos of everyday life."
"As a mom of 4, Kickoff has been such a blessing to me! It has helped me learn to eat and how to focus on different areas of my body, and it helped me gain more self confidence! "
Nicole H.
Tennessee
"As a mom of 4, Kickoff has been such a blessing to me! It has helped me learn to eat and how to focus on different areas of my body, and it helped me gain more self confidence! "
"I love the accountability I get. My coach helped me figure out nutrition and the workouts have been great. I'm impressed with my strength now. Fitness was a big part before, and it's been huge to get back in shape!"
Marsha R.
Canada
"I love the accountability I get. My coach helped me figure out nutrition and the workouts have been great. I'm impressed with my strength now. Fitness was a big part before, and it's been huge to get back in shape!"
Peyton has incredible success with weight loss with his online personal trainer at Kickoff!
Augie has incredible success with weight loss with his online personal trainer at Kickoff!
Miriam got incredible results via her online personal trainer at Kickoff
Giancarlo has incredible success with weight loss with his online personal trainer at Kickoff!
Brooke got incredible weight loss results with her online personal trainer at Kickoff!
Ashley got incredible results with her online personal trainer at Kickoff!
Nicole got incredible weight loss results with her online personal trainer at Kickoff!
Marsha got incredible weight loss results with her online personal trainer at Kickoff!

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It's your turn

See if you're covered and get started

Answer a few questions and we'll confirm your insurance in less than 2 minutes -- then connect you with your coach!

  1. Lose Weight
  2. Tone Muscle
  3. Build Strength & Muscle
  4. Train for an Event or Build Endurance
  5. Recover from an Injury
  6. Improve Nutrition
  7. Improve Overall Fitness
  8. Other
    Will discuss with my coach
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"Let's do this!"