I have struggled with being overweight my whole life. I would lose weight, gain it all back… lose it again, gain it all back. It was exhausting and I always felt defeated. Finally, after the birth of my two children, I had had enough and decided to hire a personal trainer.

Hiring a personal trainer was, hands-down, the best decision I had ever made. I’m not sure if she saw the desperation or the determination, but she managed to convince me to compete in a fitness model competition. Standing on a stage being judged, fully on my appearance – what?!? – I had enough trouble being judged walking down the street! But I knew I could do it, I wasn’t sure how… but I knew I could! I decided to take on the challenge and just 12 weeks after agreeing to compete, I was sashaying my way in front of the crowd, and walking away with a fourth place prize.

After 2 years and three fitness competitions later I am in the best shape of my life. I feel stronger, more confident and comfortable in my body. Now as a personal trainer myself, I am very passionate about helping others achieve their best body as well.

"A personal trainer can be a great source of motivation and encouragement, as well as a resource for the latest objective health and fitness information" - ACSM Learning