Elaine Mansfield

www.elainemansfield.com
elaine@elainemansfield.com
607 592 4354

Degrees and Certifications 

• 2002: National Strength and Conditioning Association—Certified Personal Trainer (NSCA-CPT)

• 1983: BS in Nutrition, Empire State College, State University of New York

• 1967: BA in Government, Cornell University

Other Training in Nutrition, Exercise, and Women's Health

• 1990 - 95: six 4-day seminars for health professionals covering exercise, nutrition, and traditional Asian healing modalities with Dr. Rudolph Ballentine at the Himalayan Institute, Honesdale, PA

• 1981 - 83: three week-long nutrition seminars with Dr. Jeffrey Bland at Omega Institute, Rhinebeck, NY

• 1987 - 2007: Various seminars and workshops with Dr. Marion Woodman and others focusing on body/soul connections

Employment in Health Care Counseling

• 1981 - present: private practice in nutrition, exercise, and natural health counseling

• 2007: teaching women's health classes at Finger Lakes Fitness, Ithaca, NY

• 2006 - 2007: teaching small group strength training classes at Kendal, Ithaca, NY

• 2006 - 2007: teaching women's health classes at Cayuga Heights Center for Wellness and the Healing Arts, Ithaca, NY

• 2003 - 2006: teaching classes in Colgate University Wellness Program, Hamilton, NY

• 2005: teaching at Mezza Luna Wellness Center, Hamilton, NY

• 1981 - 97: nutrition, exercise, and menopause consultant in the office of Dr. Fred Weiner, Ithaca, NY

Programs and Skills

I work with both individuals and groups, helping all clients design nutrition and exercise programs appropriate to their level of health and their specific goals.  As a certified strength and conditioning trainer (NSCA-CPT), I design and help client's implement individualized fitness programs including strength training, cardiovascular health, and flexibility with an emphasis on motivation and client success.  As a nutrition counselor, I have been helping clients design healthy and practical nutrition programs for 25 years.  I specialize in women's health, bone health, disease prevention, disease management, and healthy aging.  My website www.elainemansfield.com is a resource for practical information about nutrition, strength training, weight control, bone health, disease prevention, disease management, and natural approaches to menopause.

Classes and Lectures

• 2007, Dec 6 & 13: "Strength, Beauty, and Confidence: Transform Your Body with Strength Training," Finger Lakes Fitness, Ithaca, NY

• 2007, Oct. 25 - Nov. 15: "Strength, Bones, and Beauty: Improve Your Bone Health, Improve Your Appearance," Finger Lakes Fitness, Ithaca, NY

• 2007, Sept. 20 - Oct. 11: "Fit in Your Favorite Clothes Forever: Attain and Maintain A Healthy, Attractive Weight," Finger Lakes Fitness, Ithaca, NY

• 2007, Sept. 16 - Oct. 7: "Fit Past Forty: Health, Fitness, and Beauty from 40 to 70," Cayuga Heights Center for Wellness and the Healing Arts, Ithaca, NY.

• 2006, June 10: "Embracing Menopause: New Challenges, New Opportunities," Cayuga Heights Center for Wellness and the Healing Arts, Ithaca, NY.

• 2006, : "Strength Training at Kendal: Increasing Strength for Healthy Aging," Kendal at Ithaca, Ithaca, NY

• 2006, Apr 29 - May 20: "Fit Past Forty: Health, Fitness, and Beauty from 40 to 70," Cayuga Heights Center for Wellness and the Healing Arts, Ithaca, NY.

• 2006, Apr 1-22: "Reawaken Your Natural Strength and Vitality: Strength Training for Healthy Aging," Kendal at Ithaca, Ithaca, NY.

• 2006, Apr 1-22: "Strength, Bones, and Beauty: Improve Your Bone Health, Improve Your Appearance," Cayuga Heights Center for Wellness and the Healing Arts, Ithaca, NY.

• 2006, Mar - May: "Beginning Strength Training for Women," Colgate University Wellness Program, Hamilton, NY

• 2006, Feb. 11 - Mar 4: "Fit in Your Favorite Clothes Forever: Attain and Maintain A Healthy, Attractive Weight," Cayuga Heights Center for Wellness and the Healing Arts, Ithaca, NY.

• 2006, Feb - Mar: "Intermediate Strength Training for Women," Colgate University Wellness Program, Hamilton, NY

• 2005, Sep. 7 - Nov. 16: "Healthy Aging: Choosing a Disease-Free, Attractive, and Vital Future," Colgate University Wellness Program, Hamilton, NY

• 2005, Sep. 29: "Menopausal Solutions: Nutrition, Exercise, and Life Style Options for a Woman's Mid-life Transition, Colgate University, Hamilton, NY

• 2005, Apr. 20: "Embracing Menopause: New Challenges, New Opportunities," Mezza Luna Massage & Wellness Center, Hamilton, NY

• 2005, Feb. 18: "Designing Exercise Programs to Lower Fracture Risk: Practical Applications of Research," In-service for physical and occupational therapists, Cayuga Medical Center, Ithaca, NY

• 2005, Jan. 26-Apr. 6: "Healthy Women: Nutrition And Exercise For Optimal Health, Weight Control, And Graceful Aging," Colgate University Wellness Program, Hamilton, NY

• 2005, Jan. 10: "Designing Exercise Programs to Lower Fracture Risk: Practical Applications of Research," PowerPoint presentation for Schuyler Hospital Physical Therapy Department, Montour Falls, NY

• 2004, Oct. 6-27: "Strong Women Build Strong Bones: Nutrition And Exercise To Prevent And Reverse Bone Loss," Colgate University Wellness Program, Hamilton, NY

• 2004, Oct. 2: "Strength Exercise, Bone Density, and Lowering Fracture Risk in Women": PowerPoint presentation at National Strength and Conditioning Association Fourth Annual Clinic, Buffalo, NY

• 2004, June 5: A Woman's Health Symposium: Nourishing Your Body, Nurturing Your Life: A Celebration of Women's Nutritional Health at New York State Chiropractic College, Seneca Falls, NY.  My lecture was "A Woman's Prerogative: Nutritional Needs for Women."  My discussion group topic was "Nutrition and Exercise: A Marriage Made in Heaven"

• 2004, February: "Strong Women Build Strong Bones," a 4 week course at Courtside Racquet and Fitness, Ithaca, NY

• 2004, January: "Women and Weight: Attaining and Maintaining Your Ideal Weight," a 4 week course at Courtside Racquet and Fitness, Ithaca, NY

• 2003, September: "Efficient Exercise Ideas For Busy People," 1 hour talk for Colgate University staff and faculty

• 2003, Sept-Dec: "Healthy Women," a 12 week nutrition and exercise course in the Colgate University Staff and Faculty Wellness Program.

• 2003: "Fit Past Forty" in the Colgate University Staff and Faculty Wellness Program.  This was a 12 week course, half exercise and half nutrition, for women over 40.

• 2001: "Natural Approaches To Menopause," workshop with Dr. Mary Dellavalle, Ithaca, NY

• 1999: 6 week nutrition class at Colgate University, Department of Physical Education

• 1994 - 98: series of four-hour workshops for Joint Education and Training, Elmira, NY (“Aging Gracefully,” “A Holistic Approach to Menopause,” “Nourishing A Healthy Heart,” and “Developing A Healthy Body Image.”)

• 1994 - 97: co-led a two-hour monthly meeting for menopausal women exploring natural solutions for the physical and psychological transformations of mid-life, Ithaca, NY

• 1996: “Aging Gracefully,” seminar at the Women’s Community Building, Ithaca, NY

• 1991: seminars on the myth of Eros and Psyche, CG Jung Society, Ithaca, NY and Columbus, OH

Publications:

• "Strength When You Need It: Nutrition and Complementary Therapy during Cancer Treatment," Master Trainer: Lifetime Bodybuilding and Masters Athletes. 17:4. Aug. 2007.

• "Strength When You Need It: Fitness and Cancer Therapy," Master Trainer: Lifetime Bodybuilding and Masters Athletes. 17:3. June 2007.

• "Designing Exercise Programs To Lower Fracture Risk in Mature Women," Strength and Conditioning Journal, National Strength and Conditioning Association, Feb. 2006.

• "Exercise, Bone Density, and Fracture Risk," Master Trainer, August 2004.

• "Recent Findings About Vitamin D and Our Health," Master Trainer, June 2004.

• "Healthy Bodies, Healthy Weight," Master Trainer, April 2004

• "Vegetables and Fruits," Master Trainer, February 2004

• "Vitamin and Mineral Supplements: Which Ones Work," Master Trainer, December 2003

• "Keeping Healthy With Fats And Oils," Master Trainer, October 2003

• "Carbohydrates: Friends Or Foes?" Master Trainer, August 2003

• "Nutritional Supplements: Which Ones Are Proven Effective?": (Strong Women at Cyberpump.com, 2002)

• “Squatting: How I Found My Groove”: (Strong Women at Cyberpump.com, 2002)

• “Fueling A Fast Recovery, Carbohydrates and Glycemic Index” (Strong Women at Cyberpump.com, 2002)

• “Setting Training Goals” Master Trainer, March-April, 2002

• “Fueling A Fast Recovery, Fruits and Vegetables” (Strong Women at Cyberpump.com, 2002)

• “Fueling A Fast Recovery, Dietary Fats and Oils” (Strong Women at Cyberpump.com, 2001)

• “Fueling A Fast Recovery: Protein, Water, Caffeine, and Sugar” (Strong Women at Cyberpump.com, 2001)

• “Taking A Training Diet On the Road” (Master Trainer, December 2001)

• “Strong Women Don't Starve” (Strong Women at Cyberpump.com, 2001)

• “Strong Bodies, Sturdy Bones” (Strong Women at Cyberpump.com, 2001)

• “Death Before Hospice, Life With Hospice”: (New York State Hospice Association Newsletter, Summer 2000)

• “Aging Gracefully: Growing Older, Getting Healthier” (New Century Nutrition, 1997)