Why did you decide to pursue personal training?

I fell in love with health and fitness in my early 20’s after discovering how much stronger I became, not merely physically but also mentally and emotionally, when my body was challenged to pull, push, breathe, and move. It is here I found my power, and the desire to share with others how exercise can be life changing. Along with becoming certified in Personal Training, I stepped into the ancient practice of Yoga and Ayruveda Nutrition, becoming a Certified Yoga Instructor in 2010.

What would you want someone to know who is considering personal training?

Personal Training is a GAMECHANGER! Having your very own Personal Trainer will change the way you think and feel about your body, working-out, and nutrition. The health advantage and results from having a Personal Trainer is far beyond what can be achieved alone. It will push, challenge, and change your body, not to mention transform you mentally. You are capable of so much more than you realize and training under a trusted coach who will guide and safely push you is life changing. If you are thinking about it, give it one month. You will not regret it!

What is your personal training philosophy?

It’s about total body wellness and a balanced lifestyle, integrating physical training, nutrition, and mental fortitude. Our bodies are designed to move and when done so with purpose and proper form, it transforms us not only on the outside, but even more on the inside. Incorporating strength, stability, flexibility, and breath-work into one’s life can feel like a magic formula when accomplished with intention. Combine this with proper nutrition, transparent conversations, on-going self-discovery, and accountability, and you’ve created quality of life for the rest of your life.

Favorite exercise?

Walking Lunge with Overhead Press.

Biggest food temptation?

Hamburger. Skip the pickles and hold the green stuff, add a slice of pepper jack on a toasted brioche bun!