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On left, Pat Grieco conducting a seminar at the 2008 Health Fair in our Parlin location while Adam performs a cooking demonstration for the large crowd. Also featured, Pat Grieco and Vemma representative, Jim Romano. Mindless Meals Cafe endorses Vemma, an ultra-premium liquid dietary supplement that incorporates a full spectrum of vitamins with plant sourced minerals, mangosteen and other beneficial ingredients.
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PAT GRIECO: My career in the health and fitness industry began in 1991 when I became a personal trainer. I had been strength training for many years at that point, but felt that I needed to further my education in the fitness field to truly see my goals become a reality. My dream of becoming a competitive bodybuilder would only come true if my level of knowledge of training and nutrition were taken to a new level. I am proud to say after many years of discipline and hard work, I am living my dream being the Masters National Champion in the over 40 division. The many years of knowledge and experience I have gained in the process cannot be learned in a book. Through the desire to improve my own health, I have earned the ability to educate and inspire others to achieve their own health and fitness goals through my nutrition program as well as seminars that I conduct.
| ---Certified Advanced Sports Nutritionist from AAAI ( American Aerobic Association International )
---Certified Nutrition Counselor from Fitness Unlimited
---Member of IDEA Association for Fitness Professionals
---ACE and NFPT Certified Personal Fitness Trainer
---CPR Certified
---NPC ( National Physique Committee ) New Jersey Vice-Chairman
---NPC National Judge
---NPC National Level Bodybuilder
---NPC Xcalibur Championships Promoter
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PAT GRIECO CAREER SUMMARY
-Owner of Mindless Meals Cafe, a Convenient and Advanced Approach to Nutrition and Healthy Cuisine.
-Client Base of Over 450 people for Nutrition Counseling since 2006.
-Owner of Precision Fitness Inc. since 1991, a Personal Training Business with a Staff of Highly Qualified Fitness Experts.
-Former Fitness Director and a Current Investor for Powerhouse Gym, Bridgewater NJ.
-Specializing in Weight Management for the 21st Century for Natural Medicine and Rehabilitation, Branchburg NJ.
-Guest Speaker for Local Corporations and Wellness Centers to Conduct Motivational and Nutrition Seminars.
-Trainer for 9 NPC New Jersey State Champions since 1995 - most recent 2008 NJ State Middleweight Champion, Josh Katz
-Trainer for Over 75 NPC athletes since 1995.
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KRISTEN SIDOTE: I have been athletic and health conscious since childhood. As a teenager, I was involved with gymnastics and cheerleading until scoliosis was discovered at age 13. Shortly after, the scoliosis progressed very quickly and spinal fusion was done to prevent paralysis. Two rods, hooks and screws were put into place to straighten my spine and correct it as much as possible. Fast forward to many years later when I was finally able to train again. I regained the muscle, but wasn't seeing the results I truly wanted. At this point I realized that I needed a nutrition specialist, and so I sought the help of Pat Grieco. I was fascinated by the changes that took place by adjusting the amount and type of foods that I ate. To further my knowledge, I became certified in Advanced Sports Nutrition and then took my experience one step further by competing in the figure category of the NPC. Eventually I made the decision to leave my retail buyer career and start up our business venture of Mindless Meals Cafe. I am dedicated to keeping my mind and body healthy and strong by training several times a week as well as hiking, cycling and skiing.
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ADAM BARTOSIK: Adam has been an integral part of the success of Mindless Meals. In January 2006, Adam joined Pat & Kristen in conceptualizing their first location in Somerset, NJ, and literally helped build the place from the ground up. He took charge of all the cooking done on the premises, and contributed his ideas and experience to their healthy menu.
As executive chef in our Parlin location, Adam does the majority of the cooking for walk-in customers. He is also responsible for the precise preparation of customized frozen meals that are designed for Pat Grieco’s nutrition clients. Adam trains all cooks and sous chefs and supervises the execution of all meals, handles the inventory flow and ensures that the cafe runs smoothly.
Pat and Kristen feel very fortunate to have Adam as part of the team. Almost three years later since they opened their first Mindless Meals Café, Adam’s cooking has generated a large following of regular customers. Some have called him the “Angry Chef” but we know it’s his intense passion for cooking that fuels the fire!
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