Shawn Stevenson wrote “Sleep Smarter” and “Eat Smarter” to help others achieve the health success that he has. His success runs deeper than just helping others since he has battled chronic illness personally as well. He may be better known for starting “The Model Health Show,” which became a top U.S. health podcast.

Stevenson graduated with a Bachelor of Science from the University of Missouri—St. Louis. There, he studied biology, kinesiology, and nutrition and learned how to build his health and wellness business. However, much of his coaching success came from what he learned during his first few years of working with clients.

His own experience with degenerative disc disease in his early 20s informed his work from the beginning. As he worked directly with individuals through his company, he discovered that there is no one-size-fits-all approach. His success today involves connecting clients and readers with the best research and resources available for them.