We were lucky to catch up with Eric – KetoFiveO Reynolds recently and have shared our conversation below.
Alright, Eric – KetoFiveO thanks for taking the time to share your stories and insights with us today. If you had a defining moment that you feel really changed the trajectory of your career, we’d love to hear the story and details.
My transformation from a metabolically sick and wounded police officer (shot in the line of duty). I battled PTSD and heart disease. Then I lost 80 lbs, Retired From Law Enforcement, became a Licensed Sports Nutritionist, Personal Trainer and Health Advocate. I also started a first responders Non Profit called Cops and Campers INC. This group specializes in mental and physical wellness Retreats in Nature.
Awesome – so before we get into the rest of our questions, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers.
In 2019, after nearly two decades as a dedicated police officer, we decided to redefine our lives. Selling our house and belongings, we hit the road with our kids and dog, embracing the beauty of landscapes and the warmth of people across the country. Our mission grew from our experiences. “Cops and Campers” was born-an idea to create a wellness retreat for first responders. With firsthand knowledge of the toll police work takes, we aim to offer a safe haven where stories are shared, healing is embraced, and the stigma of PTSD is shattered.
We are licensed sports nutritionists and personal trainers, fueled by a passion for health. Through Our Non-Profit “Cops and Campers,” we aim to share knowledge on nutrition, exercise, and therapies that aided our own recovery. Our vision is to empower all first responders, encouraging them to join this journey towards well-being.
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Join us as we transform challenges into opportunities, and together, build a stronger, healthier community of first responders.
Can you share a story from your journey that illustrates your resilience?
I was a son of a first responder and became one myself. I had a career of stress and mental anguish at what I saw in Society. This stress along with being shot in the line of duty changed me. I suffered PTSD, Weight Gain, Metabolic Disease and Heart Disease. I took back control of my health with ketogenic and carnivore ways of eating. I saved my life by losing 80lbs over the next two years.
I began coaching other officers with health and nutrition. The name Keto Five O (Hawaii Five O) was created. I soon retired after 20 yrs of service, sold our house, bought an RV and now travel the Country
I started becoming a podcast guest on several shows which led me to going to school to become a licensed sports nutritionist and personal trainer.
In 2020, I started the KetoFiveO company with a focus on metabolic disease for retired and current first responders as well as military veterans.
In 2021 I started the Cops and Campers Company with a focus on “Strengthening First Responders Through Holistic Well-Being: With Outdoors, Nutrition and Rest.”
If you could go back, would you choose the same profession, specialty, etc.?
Probably I would Do it again, but I would go for the more outdoor type law enforcement like Forrest Rangers, Rescue Crews or maybe Special Forces on some level. I do love coaching so maybe I would become an athletic coach as well to be a mentor for the kids.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://ketofiveo.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ketofiveo/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100043995592509
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/KetoFiveO
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3MKtjqLRXYvsmvNiYRwjjQ
- Other: https://copsandcampers.com