Time to get to know ME!

I have been an athlete my whole life. I started gymnastics at the age of 3. Sports have made a huge impact on me as a person. I’ve learned countless life lessons from athletics, my coaches, and my teammates. In addition, I have overcome trauma, anxiety, and major depression. The things that got me through my tough times were faith, family, friends, and fitness! Ever since I dropped down on my knees, surrendered, and prayed for God’s help, I have been on a spiritual journey to claim my power back and live my best life. I believe that I am here to help others heal and save their lives!

I have always been passionate about the human body, fitness, and sports. So, why not combine all of them together? Kinesiology was the perfect major for me. One of my classes at Penn State was to become a fitness instructor. Thus, I began teaching various fitness classes as an undergrad. Also, my mom became a Personal Trainer and Cycling Instructor, so she has inspired me as well to go into this field. My mom is the main reason I became a yoga instructor. She thought it would be good to help me cope with anxiety and slowing down. Boy, was she right?!

I come from a strong family background though. I am the oldest of 4 kids. I have a strong connection to my Irish and Italian roots. We get together almost every Sunday for a home cooked meal at my parents’ house where I grew up. Family is my foundation!

I am passionate about what I do because I believe in the power of change & and saving lives! I want clients to love their life, feel good about themselves, and make a difference to them. I also want athletes to achieve their peak performance and ENJOY the process. I even want to help athletes earn scholarships (this is something I wished I had received) and play at the next level.

When I am not working you can find me traveling, yoga, hiking, running, biking, skiing, rock-climbing, camping, going to concerts & festivals, attending sporting events, learning guitar & Spanish, LOVE dancing!

I have a Master’s in the Arts: Teaching Physical Education from Concordia University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology from Penn State. Check out my credentials, I take physical health very seriously:

One of my mottos is to treat yourself like you would treat your best friend. Talk to yourself like you would talk to your best friend. Rather than be your worst enemy, be your best teammate! Although this concept might sound simple, it is not easy to implement. I have worked with soccer, basketball, lacrosse, football, volleyball, baseball, gymnastics, golf, cross-country, badminton, and water polo athletes on this concept and they have seen positive results.  Athletes can recover better from mistakes if they are trained the right way.

The human mind is truly powerful! When athletes tap into this power, they can do extraordinary things!  Thus, it is imperative for athletes to train their mind the RIGHT way.

 I want clients to love their life, feel good about themselves, and make a difference to them. I also want athletes to achieve their peak performance and ENJOY the process. I even want to help athletes earn scholarships (this is something I wished I had received) and play at the next level.