Ken Roberts, MA, RD, LDN, ACE-CPT
CEO/Founder at Top Nutrition & Performance, LLC- Claim this Profile
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Jaime Canales
Ken is an incredible dietitian, athlete, instructor, mentor and friend. His expertise and in depth knowledge allows him to convey purposeful solutions in a manner that is easily implemented and understood across the board.
Yonina Creditor
I had the privilege of training with MSgt Roberts while we were both stationed in Okinawa. He had such a breath and depth of knowledge of the material that it flowed through him and you could easily see how passionate he was about the subject. He taught not just the how but the why. He brought in knowledge from different sources to give me a deeper understanding of what I was doing and why I was learning it. The most important part for me, was his ability to match his teaching technique to my learning style. It meant that he instinctively understood how to approach the subject with me, the individual, in mind. This is a skill that is not taught but he developed it and it made my learning experience meaningful, which has, six months later, helped me remember everything he taught me.
Jaime Canales
Ken is an incredible dietitian, athlete, instructor, mentor and friend. His expertise and in depth knowledge allows him to convey purposeful solutions in a manner that is easily implemented and understood across the board.
Yonina Creditor
I had the privilege of training with MSgt Roberts while we were both stationed in Okinawa. He had such a breath and depth of knowledge of the material that it flowed through him and you could easily see how passionate he was about the subject. He taught not just the how but the why. He brought in knowledge from different sources to give me a deeper understanding of what I was doing and why I was learning it. The most important part for me, was his ability to match his teaching technique to my learning style. It meant that he instinctively understood how to approach the subject with me, the individual, in mind. This is a skill that is not taught but he developed it and it made my learning experience meaningful, which has, six months later, helped me remember everything he taught me.
Jaime Canales
Ken is an incredible dietitian, athlete, instructor, mentor and friend. His expertise and in depth knowledge allows him to convey purposeful solutions in a manner that is easily implemented and understood across the board.
Yonina Creditor
I had the privilege of training with MSgt Roberts while we were both stationed in Okinawa. He had such a breath and depth of knowledge of the material that it flowed through him and you could easily see how passionate he was about the subject. He taught not just the how but the why. He brought in knowledge from different sources to give me a deeper understanding of what I was doing and why I was learning it. The most important part for me, was his ability to match his teaching technique to my learning style. It meant that he instinctively understood how to approach the subject with me, the individual, in mind. This is a skill that is not taught but he developed it and it made my learning experience meaningful, which has, six months later, helped me remember everything he taught me.
Jaime Canales
Ken is an incredible dietitian, athlete, instructor, mentor and friend. His expertise and in depth knowledge allows him to convey purposeful solutions in a manner that is easily implemented and understood across the board.
Yonina Creditor
I had the privilege of training with MSgt Roberts while we were both stationed in Okinawa. He had such a breath and depth of knowledge of the material that it flowed through him and you could easily see how passionate he was about the subject. He taught not just the how but the why. He brought in knowledge from different sources to give me a deeper understanding of what I was doing and why I was learning it. The most important part for me, was his ability to match his teaching technique to my learning style. It meant that he instinctively understood how to approach the subject with me, the individual, in mind. This is a skill that is not taught but he developed it and it made my learning experience meaningful, which has, six months later, helped me remember everything he taught me.
Credentials
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Functional Movement Screen
Functional Movement SystemsJul, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
USATF Level 1 Coach
USATF Southern CaliforniaJun, 2018- Nov, 2024 -
Ironman Certified Coach
IRONMANMay, 2018- Nov, 2024 -
Certificate of Training in Public Health Nutrition
Academy of Nutrition and DieteticsOct, 2017- Nov, 2024 -
Certificate of Training Nutrition Counseling
Academy of Nutrition and DieteticsJan, 2017- Nov, 2024 -
Certificate of Training Vegetarian Nutrition
Academy of Nutrition and DieteticsJan, 2017- Nov, 2024 -
Diabetes Paraprofessional Level 2 Career Path Certificate Program
American Association of Diabetes EducatorsNov, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
CrossFit Gymnastics Trainer
CrossFit, Inc.Nov, 2014- Nov, 2024 -
CrossFit Olympic Lifting Trainer
CrossFit, Inc.May, 2012- Nov, 2024 -
CrossFit Kid's Level 1 Kid's Coaching
CrossFit, Inc.Dec, 2008- Nov, 2024 -
Registered Dietitian (RD)
Commission on Dietetic RegistrationJul, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
ServSafe Certification
National Restaurant AssociationApr, 2013- Nov, 2024 -
Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist
Illinois Department of Financial and Professional RegulationSep, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Triathlon Coach
USA TriathlonOct, 2018- Nov, 2024 -
Dietetic Licensure
Missouri Department of Insurance, Financial Institutions & Professional RegistrationJul, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Personal Trainer
American Council on Exercise (ACE Fitness)Jan, 2018- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Fitness Trainer (CFT)
(ISSA) International Sports Sciences AssociationOct, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
Specialist in Exercise Therapy (SET)
(ISSA) International Sports Sciences AssociationOct, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
Specialist in Fitness Nutrition (SFN)
(ISSA) International Sports Sciences AssociationAug, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
Youth Fitness Trainer (YFT)
(ISSA) International Sports Sciences AssociationOct, 2014- Nov, 2024 -
3rd Degree Black Belt, Martial Arts Instructor Trainer
United States Marine Corps
Experience
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Top Nutrition & Performance, LLC
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United States
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Wellness and Fitness Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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CEO/Founder
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Feb 2018 - Present
Top Nutrition and Performance is a veteran owned sports performance company that provides nutrition counseling, endurance coaching, and cross-training in the Greater St. Louis area, and across the nation. Our team of sports dietitians and endurance coaches work with runners, cyclists, and triathletes of all ability levels. Our mission is to provide individualized services that allows you to reach your optimal state of performance through one-on-one attention, science-based physical training, evidence-based nutrition practices, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Whether you’re local, or in a different State across the country, our staff has the experience, education, and professional credentials to assist you in achieving your goals. Our athletic teams include: O'Fallon Endurance Sports (OES), an endurance sports club and official USA Triathlon Club for adults. Follow Me Multisport (FMM), the area's only official USAT regional high school Triathlon Team. Show less
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Veteran Performance & Wellness Bites
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United States
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Host
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Jun 2018 - Jun 2019
Providing fitness and wellness education and resources to veterans through inspirational stories, professional interviews, and translating evidence-based science. Providing fitness and wellness education and resources to veterans through inspirational stories, professional interviews, and translating evidence-based science.
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Marine Corps Recruiting
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Armed Forces
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700 & Above Employee
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Logistics Supervisor
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Oct 2007 - Jun 2017
October 2007 - January 2010 I worked as a U.S. Marine liaison onboard the USS NASSAU (naval amphibious ship) while deployed to the Persian Gulf, and then as the a U.S. Marine liaison with Amphibious Squadron SIX (naval amphibious staffs) and deployed to Central and South America.From March 2010 - May 2011 I served as the logistics manager for a CH-46 helicopter squadron. I coordinated, planned, conducted and supervised logistics, embarkation, and landing support operations for three major exercises, and two Humanitarian Disaster Recovery Missions. I was also responsible for unit level logistics and embarkation training for my Squadron and adjacent Squadrons. I coordinated all logistics functions to deploy and sustain troops which included, but was not limited to; providing all rations, billeting, transportation, replenishment of supplies, parts distribution, and the embarkation of all helicopters, support equipment, and personnel to and from various countries. From May 2011- May 2012 I served on the III Marine Expeditionary Force (MEF) General Officer staff as the Pacific Theater's Maritime Prepositioning Force (MPF) Chief, which consisted of conducting planning and execution of MPF ships for integration into deployments throughout the Far East. From May 2012 - October 2013 I served as the Logistics Operations manager for the Marine Corps Installation's Pacific General Officer staff, which oversaw the manpower for logistics personnel assigned to Distribution Management, Food Service Management, Base Supply Operations, and Garrison Mobile Equipment.From December 2013 - April 2017 I was assigned to a Expeditionary Warfare Training Group Pacific (EWTPAC), which is a Naval and Joint staff. Where I served as a liaison for the Marine Corps to the U.S. Air Force's Air Mobility Command. Here I traveled to multiple locations across the Globe and Instructed and Certified Marine Logistics personnel in Aircraft Load Planning. Show less
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Martial Arts Instructor Trainer
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Aug 2006 - Nov 2015
Martial arts instructor-trainers train and certify martial arts instructors. They provide advanced instruction to all personnel in hand-held weapons, unarmed against hand-held weapons, weapons of opportunity, ground fighting, firearm disarmament, and principles of core values and leadership. August 2006 - Dec 2009: Duties included training and certifying personnel in martial arts techniques from tan through 1st degree black belt. Instructed close-range weapons fighting to Spanish Vessel Boarding Search and Seizure (VBSS) teams, as well as numerous sailors while deployed in the Persian Gulf. Jan 2010 - Jul 2012: Provided mentorship and training to Martial Arts Instructors and Martial Arts Instructor Trainers under the Commanding General, Training Command approved Martial Arts Instructor Program of Instruction for Martial Arts Instructors. Participated in numerous instructor courses.Aug 2012 - Nov 2013: Managed the development and mentoring of over 45 Martial Arts Instructors and Martial Arts Instructor Trainers on six different camp on Okinawa. Conducted advancement training from basic techniques through 2nd degree black belt to users, instructors and trainers. Facilitated training from numerous other marital arts in order to broaden the minds and abilities of my instructors and trainers.Nov 2013 - Dec 2015: Mentored instructor trainer and instructors in the greater San Diego area, and distant Marine installations. Show less
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Drill Instructor/ Senior Drill Instructor
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Oct 2004 - Oct 2007
As a Drill Instructor, I was responsible for the conduct of training to newly enlisted personnel following the recruit training schedules and orders, which included basic combat tasks, fundamentals of service life and the development in discipline, physical fitness, pride, and love of the Marine Corps and country. Training also included close order drill (marching and parades), general orders for guard duty, personal hygiene, first aid, bearing, and neatness of clothing and equipment. As an Academic Instructor, I taught Basic First Aid, CPR; and Marine Corps History to over 10,000 recruits. Class size averaged 300+ personnel. Assisted in Martial Arts Instruction to recruits and Marines both on and off duty.As a Senior Drill Instructor, duties include responsibility for the training and well-being of the entire platoon of enlisted recruits, and the development and mentorship of the Drill Instructors on the team. As a seasoned Drill Instructor, I provided mentorship to my Chief, and fellow Senior Drill Instructors, and Company Drill Instructors.As an Operations Chief, I was responsible for coordinating all schedule appointments, physical training events, conditioning hikes, safety, emergency requirements, and logistics for the entire training cycle of recruits and Drill Instructors. Show less
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Marital Arts Instructor
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Oct 2003 - Aug 2006
October 2003 - July 2004: As a Martial arts instructors I conduct training in principles of close combat and core values while deployed to Okinawa Japan; Thailand, and South Korea. Duties included training and certifying personnel in Marine battle skills training for martial arts from tan through gray belt techniques, functional physical conditioning, value-based leadership, and warrior ethics. July 2004- August 2006: I was responsible to train my fellow Drill Instructors, and Marines onboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD) Parris Island, South Carolina. Additionally were to assist the Depot Martial Arts Facility with the training of recruits during Martial Arts classes. While on Parris Island I trained and 1000+ recruits in the basic tan Belt, and several Marines to advanced belts. Show less
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Logistics Management Specialist
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Jun 1997 - Oct 2004
Jun 1997 - Feb 1998: Conducted Recruit Training, Marine Combat Training, and Basic Logistics School.March 1998 - March 1999: Deployed to Okinawa, Japan to serve as the the logistics/embarkation specialist at Headquarters Battalion, 3rd Marine Division. There I was responsible for the preparation supplies and equipment for the embarkation of the Division General and Staff to various countries in the Pacific.April 1999 - Feb 2001: I served as the Embarkation Non-Commissioned Officer of the 2nd Force Service Support Group G-4 Embarkation Office, and as the Embarkation Chief for 8th Engineer Support Battalion. There I performed various Force Deployment Planning and Execution (FDP and E) functions to support the movement of personnel, supplies, and equipment via all modes of transportation using commercial and military assets, at all levels including unit and MAGTF. I received training in the application of Automated Information Systems (AIS) that are utilized throughout the Defense Transportation system (DTS) to account, track, and interface movement data with load planning programs and joint AIS to support the FDP and E process and In Transit visibility (ITV). Feb 2001 - Oct 2004: I deployed to Okinawa to serve as the Surface Embarkation NCO for the G-4 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, and then as the Squadron Embarkation Chief for Marine Communication Squadron 18. While overseas I prepared aircraft and ship load plans to meet organizational requirements, and oversaw the preparation, planning, and execution of strategic mobility plans in accordance with the Time Phased Force Deployment Data (TPFDD) used to deploy and sustain forward deployed forces. As a Squadron Embarkation Chief I compiled and maintained logistics support data, computed combat logistics support requirements, and coordinated combat logistics functions in support of MAGTF operations and deployments to various countries throughout the Pacific theater. Show less
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FitFood-4-Fighters
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Chula Vista, CA
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Owner
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Mar 2014 - May 2017
I provided nutrition education and coaching for weight management clients, sports nutrition for athletes, and community nutrition classes. Taught self-defense seminars, and both community and corporate kickboxing classes. I provided nutrition education and coaching for weight management clients, sports nutrition for athletes, and community nutrition classes. Taught self-defense seminars, and both community and corporate kickboxing classes.
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American Red Cross
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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700 & Above Employee
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CPR and First Aid Instructor
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Aug 2011 - Oct 2013
Conducted CPR, First Aid, and AED infant/child/adult certification training for military and civilians on Camp Foster, Kadena AB, and Camp Kinser, Okinawa. Conducted CPR, First Aid, and AED infant/child/adult certification training for military and civilians on Camp Foster, Kadena AB, and Camp Kinser, Okinawa.
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Education
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2017 - 2018
Fontbonne University
Master of Arts - MA, Family and Consumer Sciences -
2012 - 2016
Kansas State University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Dietetics/Dietitian -
2008 - 2009
Barton County Community College
Associate of Science (AS), Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General
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