Richard Butler, M.S., U.S.P.T.A. is a Wellness Coordinator for the Berkshire Health Systems in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. Richard works with a wellness team of nutritionists, health coaches, nurses, and a physician to foster health and wellness practices for the many residents of Berkshire County. Having studied and lectured on biology, nutrition, and exercise over his career, Richard is comfortable juggling the interplay between calories, activity, and wellness. Richard emphasizes a back-to-basics approach to health with an emphasis on easy to apply habits that lower the risk for non-communicable diseases.
Rich received his BSE in Physical Education from S.U.N.Y. Cortland and his MS in Kinesiology at Indiana University. Rich also completed the practicum on Exercise Testing and Interpretation at UCLA Harbor Medical Center. He is a United States Professional Tennis Association certified tennis instructor and a certified basketball official with IAABO. At home Richard tends his garden, coaches tennis, and is fascinated with birds. He lives with his 2 daughters and wife in Pittsfield, MA.
Contact Rich at: [email protected]