About Me

My journey to becoming a personal trainer began with a near-death experience that ignited a passion for health and wellness. In 2002, I started my fitness journey and became a Personal Trainer, studying at Mount Hood Community College using NASM guidelines. This hands-on experience shaped my belief in thorough, in-person learning, a stark contrast to today's online certifications. After a 13-year hiatus, marked by personal challenges including multiple surgeries for Crohn's disease, a divorce and the loss of my home in a fire, fitness became my lifeline. These profound experiences fueled my commitment to guiding others towards a healthier lifestyle, both physically and mentally, here in Portland, Oregon and worldwide.