The 3-Day New Year Jumpstart
A FREE event to help you reset your cravings, your energy & your health — fast.
January 2, 3 & 4 · Online · Free for Everyone - Hosted by Chef AJ
Feel lighter and more energized after the holidays
Calm cravings and emotional eating
Reset your digestion and reduce bloat
Move without pain and feel more confident in
your body
Feel Like You Need a Reset After the Holidays?
If you’re feeling bloated, sluggish, or “off track” after the holidays, you’re not alone. Most of us start January wanting a fresh start… but feeling weighed down by our choices over the last few weeks.
Heavier than you want to feel
Craving sweets or comfort foods
Low on energy and motivation
Stiff or sore from too little movement
Overwhelmed by the idea of “starting over”
The 3-Day New Year Jumpstart is here to help you feel better quickly and gently — without dieting, guilt, or overwhelm.
In Just 3 Days,
You Can Feel…
Lighter
Mentally and Physically
Calmer around food
Less Controlled by Cravings
More energized
Motivated to Keep Going
Less inflamed
Reduced Bloat and Discomfort
More in control
Control of Habits and Choices
Reconnected
Reconnect to your Body and your Goals
What You Get
Completely Free
1. Daily Expert Video Lessons
Short, powerful trainings from 3 leading experts in emotional health, lifestyle medicine, and pain-free movement.
2. Bonus Cooking Demos with Chef AJ
Comforting, delicious recipes designed to reduce cravings and help you reboot.
3. Meal Guides (PDF)
Simple, affordable, easy-to-follow recipes for each day of the Jumpstart.
4. Daily Action Steps
Small, doable steps that add up quickly — no perfection required.
5. 24-Hour Replays
Watch each day’s lesson whenever it fits your schedule.
1. Daily Expert Video Lessons
Short, powerful trainings from 3 leading experts in emotional health, lifestyle medicine, and pain-free movement.
2. Bonus Cooking Demos with Chef AJ
Comforting, delicious recipes designed to reduce cravings and help you reboot.
3. Daily Meal Guides (PDF)
Simple, affordable, easy-to-follow recipes for each day of the Jumpstart.
4. Daily Action Steps
Small, doable steps that add up quickly — no perfection required.
5. 24-Hour Replays
Watch each day’s lesson whenever it fits your schedule.
What You’ll Learn Each Day
Day 1
Calm Cravings & Emotional Eating
with Dr. Matthew Lederman, MD
Featured in the Forks Over Knives documentary, Dr. Lederman will help you understand why cravings spike during stressful times, how emotional eating really works, and how to reconnect with what your body truly needs.
Why cravings are not a willpower problem
The difference between emotional and physical hunger
A simple 30-second pause practice to calm cravings
“You don’t fix emotional hunger with food. You fix it with connection.”
— Dr. Matthew Lederman
Day 2
Reset Your Body & Restore Your Energy
with Dr. Stephan Esser, MD
Dr. Esser will show you how quickly the body can start healing — inflammation drops, energy returns, and sleep improves — when you nourish it properly, even after just a few days.
How the body begins to heal in days, not months
The role of whole-food nutrition, sleep & hydration
A simple morning & evening reset routine
“The body is incredibly forgiving. It wants to heal — and it happens faster than you think.”
— Dr. Stephan Esser
Day 3
Move Without Pain & Age Without Decline
with Eileen Kopsaftis, PT
Eileen will teach you how to move safely, restore mobility, and age with strength instead of decline — no matter where you’re starting.
Why pain isn’t “just aging”
Simple movements that improve mobility quickly
How to feel more confident in your body again
“You are not too old and it is not too late. Your body can improve at any age.”
— Eileen Kopsaftis
Meet Your Expert Guides
Dr. Matthew Lederman, MD
Emotional Health · Food Addiction · Connection & Healing
Dr. Matthew Lederman is a board-certified physician, bestselling author, and one of the most respected voices in lifestyle medicine. Many people know him from the groundbreaking documentary Forks Over Knives, where his work helped millions understand the power of connection, emotional health, and whole-food living.
He helps people heal the emotional patterns that drive overeating, cravings, and stress-eating — especially after the holidays.
Dr. Stephan Esser, MD
Sports Medicine · Lifestyle Healing · Whole-Body Reset
Dr. Stephan Esser is a board-certified sports medicine physician known for his energetic teaching style and his ability to make science feel simple and motivating. He’s helped thousands of people understand how quickly the body can heal when given the right tools: food, movement, sleep, and stress management.
Eileen Kopsaftis, PT
Pain-Free Movement · Mobility · Strength for Life
For over 30 years, Eileen Kopsaftis has helped people move without pain, regain mobility, and age with strength instead of decline. Her gentle, accessible approach teaches that pain is not inevitable — it’s often about how we move, sit, and align our bodies.
A Personal Message
from Chef AJ
Hi Friends,
If the holidays knocked you off track — with food, movement, or your energy — you’re not alone. I created this 3-Day New Year Jumpstart to help you reset gently and start the year feeling better in your body and your mind.
For over 40 years, I’ve been teaching people how to eat in a way that feels abundant, satisfying, and healing — without dieting or deprivation. You don’t have to be perfect. You just need support and a fresh beginning.
A Personal Message
from Chef AJ
Hi Friends,
If the holidays knocked you off track — with food, movement, or your energy — you’re not alone. I created this 3-Day New Year Jumpstart to help you reset gently and start the year feeling better in your body and your mind.
For over 40 years, I’ve been teaching people how to eat in a way that feels abundant, satisfying, and healing — without dieting or deprivation. You don’t have to be perfect. You just need support and a fresh beginning.
Why This
Jumpstart Is Free
We want as many people as possible to start 2026 feeling light, hopeful, and empowered. That’s why this entire 3-day experience — the expert lessons, the cooking demos, and the meal guides — is free to join.
During the event, you’ll also have the option to go deeper with our full 21-Day Jumpstart Program, but there is nothing to buy today and no pressure to upgrade.
Right now, your only job is to say “yes” to feeling better.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to attend live?
No. Each day’s lesson and cooking demo will be available for 24 hours, so you can watch on your schedule.
Is this beginner-friendly?
Absolutely. You don’t need any prior knowledge or experience. Just come as you are.
Do I need to be plant-based or vegan?
No. Everyone is welcome. The meals are plant-powered, but you can adapt them as needed.
Is this really free?
Yes — 100% free to join the 3-Day Jumpstart.
What if I’ve really fallen off track?
Perfect. This is exactly what the Jumpstart is designed for: a gentle, supportive way to reset.
Start the New Year
Feeling Lighter, Clearer & More Energized
Join us for 3 days of support, delicious Chef AJ recipes, and science-backed guidance — free.
You’ll receive email reminders and access details for all 3 days. You can unsubscribe at any time.