Cheryl Zonkowski, MS, RD, CSSD is the Founder and CEO of Catalyzt Nutrition LLC, a performance nutrition company dedicated to helping individuals optimize cognition, energy, physical performance, recovery, and long-term health. Through comprehensive nutrition assessments, biomarker analysis, personalized nutrition strategies, and evidence-based supplementation recommendations, Cheryl empowers clients to achieve sustainable results while building confidence in their relationship with food and their body's natural hunger and satiety signals.

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Founded in 2016, Catalyzt Nutrition has grown into an industry-leading practice built on personalized nutrition coaching, biomarker-driven strategies, and ongoing education. Through its membership program, one-on-one consultations, and masterclasses, Catalyzt bridges nutrition science with practical, everyday habits that help clients perform and feel their best.

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Before launching Catalyzt Nutrition, Cheryl spent nine years as a Performance Dietitian supporting Naval Special Warfare operators on both the East and West Coasts. During her tenure, she championed and implemented several transformative nutrition and performance initiatives that continue to benefit the special operations community today. Prior to her work with Naval Special Warfare, Cheryl served as Director of Sports Nutrition for the University of Florida Gators, where she led nutrition programming for more than 750 student-athletes. There, she developed and delivered evidence-based fueling, recovery, and performance strategies that established the foundation for the science-driven approach she continues to employ with clients today.

Cheryl holds a bachelor's degree in Food Science and Human Nutrition with a dual major in Psychology, as well as a master's degree in Exercise Physiology. She is a Registered Dietitian (RD) and Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD), and previously held the Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) credential for nearly a decade. She is also an active member of the Collegiate and Professional Sports Dietitians Association.

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Outside of her professional work, Cheryl is passionate about cooking, fitness, and the outdoors. An avid endurance athlete, she has completed multiple marathons, an ultratrail race, and several Spartan races. She enjoys surfing, stand-up paddleboarding, and spending time with family and friends. Among her favorite training partners are her two fox red Labrador Retrievers, Coeura and Ari, whose enthusiasm and energy continue to keep her on her toes.