As a child I was small but had a natural ability for athletics. I could out run most of the boys and do pull-ups when the other girls couldn't even do them spotted. I loved to run, because of the challenge it posed for me each time. Running doesn't require another person or equipment, so I could practice on my own with minimal requirements. Once I got to high school I was a distance runner in track and ran cross-country. I loved the mental games while running. My lungs could be burning, but I knew if I could pass another girl and get somewhat of a lead over her I could break her spirit and she'd give up. It was always a challenge to see how many girls I could beat, and it was always a challenge to myself to get a better time with every race. My senior year was the first year my high school had a girl's soccer team. I tried it and loved it, and found that even though I wasn't a skilled soccer player my running shape allowed me to get most assists that year. When I went to college I knew that I loved athletics and wanted to do something career wise in that direction, so I majored in pre-physical therapy. I began weight training in college and took a weight training class. I played sand volleyball once a week in the summer months for years and developed some skills there. By the time I graduated college my science grades didn't pan out for me to be a therapist. After years of schooling and getting several degrees I became a nurse. In 2005 I ran my 1st of 3 marathons. I didn't have the guidance I needed before beginning college, but now I know exactly what I want to do and that is to be a personal trainer. I want to work out all day long helping people to workout. My goal is to work independently as a trainer. With a psychology bachelor's to help with motivation, occupational/physical therapist assistant degree and education that helps with understanding body mechanics, and a nursing degree that qualifies to give a thorough assessment I am overqualified to be the average trainer working in a gym. I don't want to be restricted by what I can do so I want to train independently. So if you are in Southern California/LA area and need a trainer look no further!!!!!

I feel so good after a hard workout. It makes me feel so relaxed, light, and detoxified. When you establish your training goals it makes you feel like you can accomplish anything. I say working out is at the bottom of the Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs pyramid. It's the beginning and stepping stone to several other areas of success in your life.