My Fitness Journey

That juncture of my life was critical.  I had developed some chest pain at work, and to my surprise, had some changes on my heart tracing indicative of heart disease.  As a newly single mom, I knew I had to figure this out.  Working as an ER/ICU nurse, I knew that treatment of existing disease, would be the only thing offered.  That wasn't enough for me.  I had someone to live for.  I had to change directions and prevent that disease from progressing.  I needed to be the healthiest version of me.  Not just for me, but for my children.

I quit smoking and joined a gym.  Never in a million years, did I think I would not only fall in love with fitness, but that it would literally change my life.  It was challenging and hard, but the more difficult the road, the greater the reward. 

I became a group fitness instructor, and I taught for many years at a local gym.  I also took up martial arts.  I began my bodybuilding career at the age of 46 and entered my 1st bikini bodybuilding competition.  At the age of 47, I competed again and obtained my 1st degree black belt in Taekwondo at age 48.  It was also the year I became a published Fitness Model, something that was once a childhood dream, a fantasy that I never thought would be my reality.  One year later, I became a 2nd Dan Black Belt.  At age 50, I entered my 3rd bodybuilding competition placing 2nd in Grandmasters division, became a Popeyes Supplements Athlete, and I continue to compete today.

I became a Certified Personal Trainer and Certified Nutrition Coach, because I had a gift to give.  The gift of health through fitness, and nutrition that is sustainable for life.  Many of my clients today, are the Doctors, Nurses, and Paramedics that care for you.  They too know the importance of taking prevention into their own hands.

It was not just a physical transformation that occurred. It literally changed my whole world. My self worth and confidence is like never before. Gone are the days of depression and lack. When you feel good about yourself, you want to improve all aspects of your life.  Your achievements become victories, but even more than that, they become the tools to create your confidence, your belief in your abilities, and this cycle grows and spills out into all aspects of your life.  

Now, I know that when you believe in something, and truly believe in yourself, you step into that person that you were destined to be.  The true strong, confident, you.  And let me tell you, that person is incredible.  That is the gift I want to share with the world.  That is my gift to you.

All you have to do is reach out and take it.  I can't wait to help you on your life changing journey.