My Journey to Health and Wellness
My mission is to inspire others to take the best care of their bodies and health. My own fascination with the human body’s amazing abilities began as a teenager, driven by a love for sports and a deep interest in the mind-body connection. I was captivated by the idea that our beliefs and emotions could influence our physical well-being. This led me to major in Psychology with a pre-med track, with the goal of becoming a holistic medical doctor.
However, just before I started medical school, I was diagnosed with late-stage Lyme disease. Over the next twelve years, this acute and chronic battle taught me a crucial lesson: exercise could be a spark to reclaim my health. It gave me a sense of empowerment to move and feel stronger, even when exhausted or in pain. Since taking care of myself through exercise had been instrumental in my own healing, I wanted to help others do the same. So in 2003, I became a personal trainer to help others transform their health and overcome their own obstacles, whether personal, psychological, or physical.
A New Chapter of Insight
From 2019 to 2020, my perspective gained an even deeper layer of insight. After a BRCA1 genetic mutation diagnosis, I underwent a series of preventive surgeries, including a hysterectomy and a double mastectomy with reconstruction. The unexpected discovery of stage one breast cancer in the removed tissue led to four rounds of chemotherapy and five total surgeries, all while raising two children under the age of five.
This was a humbling process, and once more, I was in awe of the body’s incredible ability to heal and regain strength. This journey gave me a new and deep understanding of what it’s truly like to be the patient, navigating a continuous path of rehabilitation and recovery.
My Holistic Approach
It has been a pleasure to watch my clients find their own strength, appreciate their bodies, and take control of their wellness. My personal experiences have solidified my belief that personal training involves more than the physical; it’s about seeing the person as a whole. I love being a supportive friend and coach, helping clients make better life choices and connecting with all aspects of their lives.
My yearning to integrate the mind-body connection into my work led me to The Emotion Code. Our emotional baggage from past experiences can weigh us down, leading to self-sabotage and physical symptoms. The Emotion Code is a safe, non-invasive method that helps people release these trapped emotions and restore balance. There is a magical synergy between Emotion Code and fitness, as they both allow the body to energize, find balance and strength, and restore to its optimum health.
Education
University of Massachusetts, B.A. in Psychology (Pre-Med) Summa Cum Laude
Two-time collegiate All-American Rugby Player
Certifications
Certified Emotion Code Practitioner (CECP)
National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)-Certified personal trainer
Moms in Motion Specialty Certification-(SCW) Pre/Post natal training certified
American Council of Exercise-(ACE)-Certified in Lifestyle & Weight Management
Sunshine Fitness Resources -Urban Rebounding Instructor
Cross Fit Kettlebell Certification-Level I
SCW Hands on Personal Training Certification
SCW Certified Water Aerobics Instructor
TRX-Suspension Instructor