The most important thing I've learned to value in my life thus far is the concept of balance. I wouldn't say I've mastered it, but it is something that has a place in every aspect of my life--from friendships, to relationships, into work, and definitely in my fitness and nutrition journey. We need to have play to value work, and vice versa.
I played some sports in high school - track and soccer - but nothing to write home about. My fitness journey began after I had my second child, in my early 30s. I started running, although I had told many people I was never a runner and would never be one. Through this process, as many of us learn with fitness, there is so much more to our physical exertion than physical fitness--the emotional component was powerful for me. My start in running opened "me" up and increased my confidence in self. I remember those first days of starting walking, to jogging, to running, to my first race. With each step my sense of confidence and self grew. Running took me to CrossFit. I've done so much more than I ever thought I would. I weight lift, I'm learning to snowboard, I hike, and I love to camp. While these seem somewhat disconnected, to me they all tie back to the day I had the courage to lace up my shoes and commit to my first race. I have no doubt my list of life experiences will continue to grow, I want to keep trying new things.
I love for the gym and the community we offer to be the brightest spot in someone's day. I love watching athletes grow stronger and more confident. My coaching style takes the approach that we are all in this together, and while the task at hand may be hard, we can definitely do it with the love and support of our friends. Working out can be a mental and physical challenge and still be the best part of our day. The goal is we all get better each day, one workout at a time.
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