About Me

I am on a mission to show women how to be strong in their body, so they can be strong in their life - free to live from their true identity.

My goal is to create a safe environment for women to feel seen, validated and hopeful that they can bring their goals to life through simple and effective tools that last a lifetime.

MY STORY

I began my professional experience in health and wellness over 30 years ago as a personal trainer and graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Degree in Human Biology from Grand Canyon University.

And, I was secretly miserable. I was waking up in the night to eat. I couldn’t stop my brain from obsessing about everything I ate, didn’t eat, calorie I burned or didn’t burn. Fixing, controlling, willpower, restriction, food noise and “doing better tomorrow” typified my life. So, I ditched the gym culture, took a leap of faith and went inward to focus entirely on my physical, emotional and spiritual needs.

It was scary at first. I thought eating and weight would spiral out of control. But, the opposite happened and everything changed. I connected with my deeper needs and coping skills that needed to be released. Once I connected all of this to my food and body issues, the landscape changed. I was free.

My priority with food and exercise was now driven by creating positive connections. Over time, my nutrition and exercise practices became who I am, not a to-do list.

I’ve learned that lifting heavy, short but challenging workouts, regulating stress, being in nature, great sleep, mindful eating, and prioritizing foods to keep energy stable are the KEYS to vitality at any season, but especially in mid-life!

I crave food and movement that, in my 50’s, have me in the best shape of my life. I don't need cheat meals or off days because every day is about freedom in my body, my choices and meeting my needs. This way, vitality can be found in a salad or a piece of cake, a hard workout or extra sleep.