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Hi! I’m Elizabeth. I’m so glad you’re here.

Whether you’re trying to eat a little healthier, feel more energized, or just make life a bit easier in the kitchen, you’re in the right place.

Here’s the short version 👇

I’m Elizabeth Rider—a certified health coach, recipe developer, and lifelong wellness devotee. I’ve been sharing feel-good recipes and practical healthy living tips here for over 15 years. What started as a personal blog is now a trusted resource with over 200,000 monthly readers.

If you like real food, simple upgrades that actually work, and honest wellness advice with zero fluff—you’ll feel right at home.

Here’s what you’ll find here:

And if you’re into emails that are actually worth opening, join the 65,000+ readers who get my Friday 5 Substack newsletter. It’s where I share fresh recipes, smart tips, and the things making life better right now.

👋 Want the longer version?

If you’re curious how all this started, here’s a quick timeline of how we got here:

2009: The Quarter-Life Crisis

In my mid 20s, I was working a corporate job and feeling completely overwhelmed by all the conflicting nutrition advice online. I started this blog as a side project—mostly as a way to document what I was learning and experimenting with in my own life.

2011: Took the Leap

I became a certified health coach through the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, left my day job, and committed to helping others feel better through food and lifestyle changes. I started coaching clients, created my first online course, and kept sharing recipes and wellness tips on the blog.

2014–2018: The Growth Years

The blog picked up momentum and so did the community. I launched new programs, partnered with some incredible brands, and continued developing the simple, nourishing recipes that readers now come back for week after week.

2019: The Health Habit

My first traditionally published book, The Health Habit, hit bookshelves—and it was a pinch-me moment. The book is all about building a lifestyle that actually works for you (with zero perfectionism required). It’s still a great place to start if you want to go deeper.

2020–2024: Evolving With the Times

From recipe development to digital business education, I expanded into new spaces—helping other wellness pros build brands they’re proud of, and continuing to grow ElizabethRider.com into a go-to source for healthy living that’s actually doable.

2025: 65,000+ Newsletter Readers 🎉

My Friday 5 Substack newsletter crossed 65,000 subscribers! It’s the best way to stay in the loop—think fresh recipes, smart wellness finds, and things I’d genuinely share with a friend. Zero fluff, just the good stuff.

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Thanks for stopping by. I hope this space inspires you to try something new, take care of yourself, and enjoy the process.

Cheers!
Elizabeth