I graduated from UMASS Lowell as a Magna Cum Laude with a BS in Exercise Physiology. Post graduation, I worked for the YMCA as a Health Director. I also worked as a Fitness Manager in a big box gym. In both of these roles I had the pleasure of working with a large variety of ages and fitness levels. Because of the huge impact we can make as coaches, I’m especially passionate about working with individuals that are coming off of an injury, have different abilities and disabilities, or are new to fitness. I pride myself on teaching clients the tools necessary for getting control of their health again. I look forward to helping our clients on their fitness journey.

in my free time I like to
I like to watch football, hike, lift weights and spend time with friends and family.

People ask me how and why I “ended” up as a Fitness and Nutrition coach/yoga instructor. My response is always the same…. Due to severe low back injuries, if I don’t have fitness in my life I would be in pain. After years of rehabilitating my own injuries and seeing how significantly my life had changed, I decided that I wanted to share with other people what I had learned. My extensive knowledge of anatomy and body mechanics allows me to help clients achieve their fitness goals regardless of any physical limitations. Staying physically fit is a passion of mine, which enables me to motivate others while keeping it fun.

in my free time I like to
In my free time, I like to run, spend time with my husband and friends as well as various crafts.

As a dancer for 17 years, I learned early on about the clarity and calmness movement provides me. While I liked performing, I found the most enjoyment in the constant journey of learning, struggling, practicing and perfecting. Needing to transition away from dancing due to injuries and pain, I began my career working with ballet dancers as a stage manager for Boston Ballet. There I saw first hand the difference strength training and conditioning makes when it comes to avoiding injury, healing from injury and being able to maintain performing at a high level day after day. Now, having been on a chronic pain journey myself, I am especially passionate about helping people find the balance between managing their pain and not allowing it to take control of their life. My goal is to create a safe and supportive environment in which people can achieve their goals, celebrate showing up for themselves, and find the small joys and motivators within their workouts.

in my free time I like to
Outside of work, you can find me going for a run or taking a Peloton ride, trying out a new vegetarian recipe, and then cozying up with a book (often recommended by our FT bookclub) or a cheesy TV show while I do my nightly recovery. On days off in the summer I enjoy spending the morning relaxing at the beach, and on rare weekends throughout the year I like to explore small New England towns looking for cute bookstores and bakeries.

I have spent most of my strength and conditioning experience in the tactical setting. Working with soldiers from the Army as well as some Special Operations, I had the opportunity to run daily physical training sessions with up to 150 soldiers for the better part of three years. During my time with athletes with such high physical demand, I gained valuable experience working around injuries and restrictions while still providing useful and efficient training. After witnessing and experiencing injuries that restricted movement and quality of life, I really embraced the idea of function first. I want to teach you not only how to get strong and move well in the gym, but also how to help translate those valuable skills to the real world to help you enjoy the other twenty-three hours in your day.

in my free time I like to
I love being outdoors, preferably in the mountains. Whether it be hiking, camping, paddleboarding, snowshoeing, or snowboarding, you can count me in! Other than that, I like to read, walk and play with my dog Teddy, and spend time with family and friends.

I have had a passion for teaching and learning about the human body since receiving my Bachelors in Health and Physical Education in New Jersey. I continued to learn about developmental fitness while working at My Gym Children’s Fitness Center with children ranging from 6 months to 10 years old. When I received my ACE Personal Training Cert, my avenue was opened to all ages. I worked at the YMCA, a small group & personal training studio in the South Shore, and even F45 group training! I have a passion for helping people trust, understand and learn to strengthen their bodies through fitness and nutrition. My goal is to show you how you can love the body you’re already in!

in my free time I like to
I love to be in nature and try to be outside as often as possible. Hiking to the top of a mountain or hill and just sitting, soaking in the beauty with a snack is my favorite. I spend time lifting weights, hanging out with my kitty cat, Minx, cooking vegan food or adventuring to a new restaurant, watching movies or playing video games. I’m always looking to try something new!