Hit or Miss: Supplements at Costco

Browsing the supplement aisle at @Costco… and honestly, it’s hit or miss.

If you’re shopping for supplements here, let me break down what to grab—and what to skip:

🔹 CoQ10 – While Costco carries CoQ10 for heart health, Ubiquinol (the active form of CoQ10) is far more bioavailable and effective. If heart health is your focus, skip the CoQ10 and order Ubiquinol from a trusted supplement retailer.

🔹 Turmeric – Costco offers plenty of turmeric supplements, but Curcumin (the active compound in turmeric) is where the real benefits lie. Curcumin is a potent antioxidant that supports heart health, so opt for a curcumin supplement for better absorption and efficacy.

🔹 Fish Oil – Costco’s fish oil selection is all over the place—some great, some not so much. @SportsResearch is the one to grab. It clearly breaks down EPA and DHA content, which is crucial for understanding what you’re getting.

🔹 Creatine Monohydrate – This is a win! Costco now stocks creatine monohydrate, a well-researched, effective supplement that’s great for strength, muscle growth, and performance. Definitely worth adding to your daily routine.

Costco can be a convenient spot for supplements, but knowing what to look for (and what to avoid) makes all the difference!

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Eileen Pallotta

Coach

"Habits make history."

Eileen is responsible for guiding clients through personalized coaching that delivers life-changing results through consistency, strategy, and accountability. She manages client progress, provides tailored nutrition guidance, and offers ongoing support and education to ensure every individual feels empowered, understood, and set up for long-term success.

When she’s not coaching clients, you’ll find Eileen throwing weights around in the garage or chasing step goals trying to keep pace with her husband and four kids… most often on the sidelines of various sports fields.

Specialities:

  • BA Journalism and International Business
  • 15+ years Fitness and Nutrition Coach
  • Precision Nutrition Level 1
  • Certified CrossFit Trainer
  • Certified CrossFit Level 3 Trainer
  • CrossFit Level 1 Trainer Certification
  • CrossFit Level 2 Certification
  • CrossFit Kids Trainer Certification
  • CrossFit Nutrition Certification
  • CrossFit Movement and Mobility Trainer Certification
  • CrossFit Goal Setting Trainer Certification
  • CrossFit Olympic Lifting Trainer Certification
  • CrossFit Gymnastics Trainer Certification
  • CrossFit Strongman Trainer Certification
  • CrossFit Running Certification
  • CrossFit Lesson Planning Certification
  • CrossFit Scaling Certification
  • CPR and AED Certified

Elise Ladaw

Director of Coaching

“Science is Stronger”

Elise’s primary role as Director of Coaching is to ensure that the coaching business runs smoothly and is driven by science based principles concerning nutrition and exercise science. Her goal is to continually work to enhance the overall client experience, educate the clientele, monitor key performance indicators related to the coaching services, and foster a company culture of continuous learning among coaching staff.

When Elise is not helping the company with all things coaching she is either in the gym lifting weights or taking long walks through the grocery store finding new tasty and macro friendly nutrition products.


Specialities:

  • BAS Food Science 
  • NQ NPC Figure Competitor 
  • ACE CPT 
  • J3 University

Michelle Freedman

Chief of Operations

“Practice not perfection”

Michelle holds a crucial position in supervising the daily operations, aiming for operational efficiency, fostering growth, and contributing to the achievement of the organization’s strategic objectives. Beyond providing structure, Michelle is actively involved in coaching and managing social media activities.

Away from refining policies and operations at Jake Zemer, LLC, you’ll discover Michelle outdoors, often barefoot with her kettlebells, engaging in adventures alongside her husband, two children, and two bulldogs.

Specialities:

  • BFA Graphic Design 
  • 10 years Corporate Fitness Management 
  • ACE CPT & GFI 
  • ACE Nutrition Specialist 
  • Kettlebell Master Instructor 
  • FMS I & II
  • USA Weightlifting 
  • Pre/Post Natal Certified  
  • TRX 
  • Schwinn & Maddog Cycling