I have always loved challenging myself and learning new things. one of the most important things I 've learned over the years is that exercise is medicine. When done safely, exercise can be extremely rewarding, and everyone can enjoy its positive results.

 

Growing up in Southern California, I spent most of my time outdoors exploring and competing in athletic events. with all the wear and tear I placed on my body without any core training, it was only a matter of time before I had my first ACL knee surgery. it wasn't until I literally was forced to re-learn how to walk again through countless hours of physical therapy that I begin to consciously think about the relationship between mind and body. For so many years, I was trained to make my movements quick, powerful, explosive and clean without really understanding how my body was designed to move naturally at the joints. I used to think if I only learned how to force my body into a position, then with time and practice I would naturally achieve my goal … meanwhile, I was neglecting the physiological signs of overtraining and was straining my body.

 

I am happy to say that I have since learned first-hand the value of stopping to acknowledge what might seem like everyday aches and pains, and questioning what might be causing them, instead of ignoring the symptoms and continuing to train. Typically in western medicine we are taught to use medication to silence the symptoms our bodies are sending us, but if we never take the time to understand how our bodies are designed to function, then we continue to repeat the same movement patterns with poor posture and lack of body awareness, ultimately leading to a chronic injury (or injuries).

My goal as a trainer is not only to help you reach your training goals, but to help educate you on the importance and value of listening to your body (and how to do so). The human body is an incredibly complex set of systems supported by 206 bones differing in size, shape, weight and composition, with approximately 700 skeletal muscles with varying actions, all working together.

As my client, my aim is for you to learn to listen to your own body and understand there is a strong connection between form and function. Once proper form is gone, loss of function soon follows. I want you to learn how to move better within your own body so you can self-correct any imbalance(s). The moment you stop focusing, you stop learning; my task is to help you stay connected to and understand the movement to create a sense of balance.

While you might not share my passion for reading all the latest research regarding biology, physiology, nutrition and kinesiology, that's OK, because as your trainer, I'll be doing the reading, and I'll share what's relevant to your health and well-being.

I am passionate about bringing you a well-balanced lifestyle to help you feel fantastic, reach your goals and avoid injuries. If you're ready to start achieving your goals, then a visit to the services page is your first step. If you have any questions, please feel free to send me an email through the contact page.  I look forward to working with you!

• Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
• US Rowing Level I & II Coaching Certified
• Polestar Comprehensive Pilates Instructor
• American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Certified Personal Trainer
• Pilates Method Alliance (PMA) Certified Pilates Instructor
• Balance Body University (BBU) Comprehensive Pilates Teacher Training Program
• ChildLight Yoga Instructor
• BS, Psychology, Santa Clara University

• Pre/post rehab
• Pre/post natal
• Osteoporosis/ osteopenia
• Strength & conditioning specific for rowing, cycling & volleyball
• Pilates (mat & equipment)
• Kids' yoga

• American bone health speaker
• Special Olympics
• B.o.k. ranch