Food | Handstands | Flourishing

Hi, I’m Abby. I fuel my handstand practice with wholesome, plant-based food. This website is where I post free, printable WAFFLE recipes. Why waffles? Because they’re delicious, no-fuss, and delightful to share.

I’m also a coach. I help people—particularly athletes—build individualized holistic movement practices that help them flourish. Holistic movement means using physical practices (like handstands and breathing) to generate well-being that concerns the whole person. One way to think of holistic movement is fitness beyond fitness. My unique approach to holistic movement combines decades of athletic experience with yoga, modern exercise science, and human development (scroll down for details).

If you’re curious about working with me, email me at abbystek@gmail.com or direct message me on Instagram @literallyupsidedown.

Black and white photo of female yoga practitioner doing a handstand with legs folded into lotus
Woman practicing lotus handstands on a dock in a bay on a sunny day

  • PhD, Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise - Behavioral Health (Virginia Tech, 2020)

  • MPH, Community Medicine and Behavioral Health (West Virginia University, 2007)

  • BS, Human Development and Psychological Services (Northwestern University, 2003)

Four women rowing a boat in the Head of the Charles regatta in Boston

  • Handstands and holistic movement, 2018-current

  • 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training, Yogaview, Chicago, 2018

  • Rowing, Northwestern Crew, 1999-2003, Bronze medal in lightweight pair at U.S. Nationals, 2002

  • Swimming, 1981-current, lifelong passion

Young woman on a rope swing in a green forest

  • Head Coach, Women’s Swimming & Diving, Northwestern University, 2015-2018

  • Head Coach, Women’s Swimming & Diving, University of Nevada, Reno, 2012-2015

  • Assistant Coach, Men’s & Women’s Swimming & Diving, University of South Carolina, 2007-2012

  • Graduate Assistant Coach, Men’s & Women’s Swimming & Diving, West Virginia University, 2003-2007

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I’d love to hear from you! Curious about holistic movement or plant-based food? Suggestions for how to make the recipes (and website) more user-friendly? I welcome your comments and questions.