About Smart Shift Life
One Shift at a Time. One Life Transformed.
Smart Shift Life was born from a simple but powerful belief: lasting change doesn’t come from extremes—it comes from small, consistent shifts made with intention.
Founded by William Walker, MS, RD, CSOWM, author of One Shift at a Time, Smart Shift Life brings together science, strategy, and soul to help individuals reclaim control of their health and habits.
Whether you're engaging with our book, using printable tools, or joining one of our clinic-based or digital programs, Smart Shift Life offers an integrated path to sustainable wellness—grounded in evidence and guided by compassion.
Our Mission
To empower individuals to create sustainable, meaningful change using the S.M.A.R.T. approach—Start Now, Make Microshifts, Adapt, Repeat, and Track.
We blend clinical insight with real-life practicality to help people build a life that reflects their health goals, core values, and long-term vision.
To my boys -
You are the my meaning, my purpose, and the fire behind everything I do.
Meet the Founder - William Walker, MS, RD, CSOWM
With over 20 years of experience spanning clinical nutrition, bariatrics, fitness, and chronic disease management, William Walker has helped thousands of people transform their health—not through gimmicks, but through sustainable, science-based strategies.
As a Registered Dietitian, Board-Certified Specialist in Obesity and Weight Management and former personal trainer, William combines clinical expertise with real-world coaching insight. His leadership across hospitals, wellness centers, and nutrition programs has shaped a multidimensional, human-centered approach to long-term health.
“Real change isn’t about going all in for 30 days. It’s about learning how to keep showing up in small, intentional ways—day after day, shift after shift.”
— William Walker
What We Offer
📘 Books & Tools
Explore the Smart Shift series, including One Shift at a Time, alongside printable tools, reflection journals, and downloadable guides to support your journey.
🤝 Virtual Care
William now offers private, one-on-one virtual coaching, providing a comprehensive, personalized approach to weight management and long-term health. Clients receive expert nutrition guidance, mindset and habit coaching, and a structured microshift-based system designed to create sustainable, lifelong change—no clinic required.
🎤 Speaking & Workshops
Bring the Smart Shift philosophy to your event or retreat. Topics include weight management, behavior change, habit formation, and health-focused goal setting.
📲 Community & Coaching (Coming Soon)
We’re building a supportive ecosystem of group coaching, education, and transformation. Digital programs and virtual memberships launching soon.