--- title: Health & Fitness Blog - NASM | Geoff Lecovin (2) description: Dr. Lecovin is a chiropractor, naturopathic physician and acupuncturist. He graduated from the Los Angeles College of Chiropractic in 1990 with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Doctor of Chiropractic, earned a Masters in Nutrition from the University of Bridgeport in 1992, and then went on to complete the Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine and Masters in Acupuncture programs at Bastyr University in 1994. Dr. Lecovin completed another Masters in Exercise Science from California University of Pennsylvania in 2015. He holds additional certifications in exercise and nutrition from the National Strength and Conditioning Association (CSCS), International Society of Sports Nutrition (CISSN), Institute of Performance Nutrition (ISSN Diploma and Performance Nutrition Diploma), International Olympic Committee (Sports Nutrition Diploma), Precision Nutrition (Nutrition Coach) and National Academy of Sports Medicine (CPT CES PES Nutrition Coach), where he is also a Master instructor. (2) ---   [![NASM](https://blog.nasm.org/hubfs/Nasm_December2018/images/logo186x62.png)](https://blog.nasm.org) - [NASM.org](https://www.nasm.org) - [Fitness](http://blog.nasm.org/tag/fitness) - [CPT](http://blog.nasm.org/tag/cpt) - [Nutrition](http://blog.nasm.org/tag/nutrition) - [CES](http://blog.nasm.org/tag/ces) - [Sports Performance](http://blog.nasm.org/tag/sports-performance) - [Workout Plans](http://blog.nasm.org/tag/workout-plans) - [Wellness](http://blog.nasm.org/tag/wellness) # Geoff Lecovin Dr. Lecovin is a chiropractor, naturopathic physician and acupuncturist. He graduated from the Los Angeles College of Chiropractic in 1990 with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Doctor of Chiropractic, earned a Masters in Nutrition from the University of Bridgeport in 1992, and then went on to complete the Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine and Masters in Acupuncture programs at Bastyr University in 1994. Dr. Lecovin completed another Masters in Exercise Science from California University of Pennsylvania in 2015. He holds additional certifications in exercise and nutrition from the National Strength and Conditioning Association (CSCS), International Society of Sports Nutrition (CISSN), Institute of Performance Nutrition (ISSN Diploma and Performance Nutrition Diploma), International Olympic Committee (Sports Nutrition Diploma), Precision Nutrition (Nutrition Coach) and National Academy of Sports Medicine (CPT CES PES Nutrition Coach), where he is also a Master instructor. ### Recent Posts [![Dad and daughter playing soccer outside](https://blog.nasm.org/hs-fs/hubfs/The%20Dad%20Bod%20Workout-Going%20from%20Dad%20Bod%20to%20Buff%20Dad.jpg?width=723&name=The%20Dad%20Bod%20Workout-Going%20from%20Dad%20Bod%20to%20Buff%20Dad.jpg)](http://blog.nasm.org/workout-plans/manopause-going-dad-bod-dad-buff) [CPT](http://blog.nasm.org/tag/cpt) [Fitness](http://blog.nasm.org/tag/fitness) [Weight Loss](http://blog.nasm.org/tag/weight-loss) [Workout Plans](http://blog.nasm.org/tag/workout-plans) [Nutrition](http://blog.nasm.org/tag/nutrition) ## [The Dad Bod Workout: Going From Dad Bod to Buff Dad](http://blog.nasm.org/workout-plans/manopause-going-dad-bod-dad-buff) [Geoff Lecovin](http://blog.nasm.org/author/geoff-lecovin) | June 14, 2017 The "Dad Bod" is a male body type that is described as "softly round." The theory around the “Dad Bod” is that once a man has found a mate and had kids, he doesn't need to worry about maintaining his physique. [Read More](http://blog.nasm.org/workout-plans/manopause-going-dad-bod-dad-buff) [![freshly washed cherries](https://blog.nasm.org/hs-fs/hubfs/iStock-531382809_retouchedresized-600x375.jpg?width=723&name=iStock-531382809_retouchedresized-600x375.jpg)](http://blog.nasm.org/fitness/cherries-benefits-health-performance) [Fitness](http://blog.nasm.org/tag/fitness) [Sports Performance](http://blog.nasm.org/tag/sports-performance) [Weight Loss](http://blog.nasm.org/tag/weight-loss) [Nutrition](http://blog.nasm.org/tag/nutrition) ## [Cherries: Benefits for Health and Performance](http://blog.nasm.org/fitness/cherries-benefits-health-performance) [Geoff Lecovin](http://blog.nasm.org/author/geoff-lecovin) | June 14, 2017 Besides being a tasty snack and versatile ingredient for a range of dishes, cherries bring a host of health and performance benefits. Grab a handful of fresh cherries as you take a quick read about this nutritious food and get ready to try the recipes at ... [Read More](http://blog.nasm.org/fitness/cherries-benefits-health-performance) [![Pile of limes](https://blog.nasm.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Do%20Limes%20Have%20Vitamin%20C-Lime%20Health%20Benefits%20and%20More.jpg?width=723&name=Do%20Limes%20Have%20Vitamin%20C-Lime%20Health%20Benefits%20and%20More.jpg)](http://blog.nasm.org/nutrition/limes-tasty-flavor-month) [Nutrition](http://blog.nasm.org/tag/nutrition) ## [Do Limes Have Vitamin C? Lime Health Benefits and More](http://blog.nasm.org/nutrition/limes-tasty-flavor-month) [Geoff Lecovin](http://blog.nasm.org/author/geoff-lecovin) | April 30, 2017 This time of year many of us look to add a squeeze of lime to beverages and meals. See how this sour green fruit benefits health and some recipes that will add a tasty little tang on to your palate. [Read More](http://blog.nasm.org/nutrition/limes-tasty-flavor-month) [![A hand full of strawberries ](https://blog.nasm.org/hs-fs/hubfs/201704_strawberry-600x375.jpg?width=723&name=201704_strawberry-600x375.jpg)](http://blog.nasm.org/nutrition/strawberries-sweet-healthy-nutrition) [Nutrition](http://blog.nasm.org/tag/nutrition) ## [Strawberries: Sweet and Healthy Nutrition](http://blog.nasm.org/nutrition/strawberries-sweet-healthy-nutrition) [Geoff Lecovin](http://blog.nasm.org/author/geoff-lecovin) | April 18, 2017 In the garden and on the shelves, strawberries are the spotlight of spring. Easy to grow and good for you, see what these nutritional gems have to offer! Strawberries (Fragaria ananassa) are a bright red fruit with a juicy texture, characteristic aroma ... 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[Read More](http://blog.nasm.org/fitness/performance-supplements-know-vs-hear-bro) [![Brain Feature With Nutritious Foods](https://blog.nasm.org/hs-fs/hubfs/iStock_15510358_Sized-750x375.jpg?width=723&name=iStock_15510358_Sized-750x375.jpg)](http://blog.nasm.org/fitness/10-brain-boosting-foods) [Fitness](http://blog.nasm.org/tag/fitness) [Nutrition](http://blog.nasm.org/tag/nutrition) ## [10 Brain Boosting Foods and Strategies](http://blog.nasm.org/fitness/10-brain-boosting-foods) [Geoff Lecovin](http://blog.nasm.org/author/geoff-lecovin) | July 20, 2016 What is one of the best choices you can make to nourish, protect and boost brain power? A simple and easy to implement answer to this question is to eat more unprocessed whole foods, which are naturally full of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and ... [Read More](http://blog.nasm.org/fitness/10-brain-boosting-foods) [![A table of different foods with fats](https://blog.nasm.org/hs-fs/hubfs/iStock_000058613244_PUFA-Feature-Image-Sized-750x375.jpg?width=723&name=iStock_000058613244_PUFA-Feature-Image-Sized-750x375.jpg)](http://blog.nasm.org/nutrition/whats-skinny-essential-fats) [Nutrition](http://blog.nasm.org/tag/nutrition) ## [What’s the Skinny on Essential Fats?](http://blog.nasm.org/nutrition/whats-skinny-essential-fats) [Geoff Lecovin](http://blog.nasm.org/author/geoff-lecovin) | April 18, 2016 Fat plays an essential role in our diets and health, especially polyunsaturated fatty acids. These include the much talked about omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. Lets take a look at these essential polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), what they are and ... 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Here we'll highlight what chronic inflammation is and some ... [Read More](http://blog.nasm.org/fitness/are-you-chronically-inflamed-put-out-the-flame-with-these-5-lifestyle-changes) [![trainer assessing the kinetic chain of a client](https://blog.nasm.org/hs-fs/hubfs/h3a5541full2-750x375.jpg?width=723&name=h3a5541full2-750x375.jpg)](http://blog.nasm.org/certified-personal-trainer/kinetic-chain-assessments-streamlined) [Fitness](http://blog.nasm.org/tag/fitness) [Assessments](http://blog.nasm.org/tag/assessments) ## [Kinetic Chain Assessments Streamlined](http://blog.nasm.org/certified-personal-trainer/kinetic-chain-assessments-streamlined) [Geoff Lecovin](http://blog.nasm.org/author/geoff-lecovin) | May 15, 2015 Corrective exercise - as an exercise discipline - uses a systematic process that involves identifying neuromusculoskeletal dysfunction, developing a plan of action and integrating a corrective strategy. This process requires knowledge and application of ... [Read More](http://blog.nasm.org/certified-personal-trainer/kinetic-chain-assessments-streamlined) [![A woman running in the sun](https://blog.nasm.org/hs-fs/hubfs/vitamin-d-the-sunshine-vitamin-750x375.jpg?width=723&name=vitamin-d-the-sunshine-vitamin-750x375.jpg)](http://blog.nasm.org/nutrition/vitamin-d-the-sunshine-vitamin) [Nutrition](http://blog.nasm.org/tag/nutrition) ## [Vitamin D- The Sunshine Vitamin](http://blog.nasm.org/nutrition/vitamin-d-the-sunshine-vitamin) [Geoff Lecovin](http://blog.nasm.org/author/geoff-lecovin) | March 20, 2015 Vitamin D, also known as the “sunshine vitamin,” was identified in the 17th century by Dr. Daniel Whistler and Professor Francis Glisson when they discovered the causative factors of rickets. 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