I’ve been active in dance since the age of 5, and have studied many dance forms. I have also, off-and-on since childhood, been involved in different sports ranging from track and field, to dragon boat racing, ultimate frisbee and later on, combat sports like Muay Thai and boxing.
While pursuing my B.A., I recognized the importance of staying active but did not understand the importance of strength training. This mindset followed me through my career and at 29, I decided to go back to school to become a registered nurse. I felt a pull to do something more challenging and rewarding than being a medical secretary and since I've always loved science and helping people, I felt being an RN would be a great natural progression in my career. However, after having done clinical placements in different environments, I realized I did not want to work in hospitals and I wanted nothing to do with night shifts. This was the first time I realized the impact a career of this nature would have on my health.
Upon finishing my Bachelor of Science in Nursing, I gained 20lbs and finally decided to get a personal trainer. At the same time, I also started to train others as a personal trainer! This was the best thing I ever did! Within 2-3 months I phased out all my nursing hours and focused solely on training clients. Why? Because I realized that personal training is a better avenue to health promotion and disease prevention.
As a personal trainer, I help people with their health in a motivating and positive atmosphere. The skills and knowledge I have learned to become a Registered Nurse coupled with the skills and knowledge learned as a Personal Trainer work hand in hand. With personal training I see peoples improvements and life changing results on a regular basis. It is rewarding to know that I have helped someone learn how they can keep themselves as healthy and strong both physically and mentally for as long as possible.
In my early thirties it didn’t matter how much dancing and running I did, I wasn’t losing weight, because I wasn’t building muscle. I later learned how to correct posture, correct muscle imbalances, and create better movement, mobility and flexibility. Because of my diverse experience and skills, I have a new direction for my business.
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