My personal journey towards health and wellness commenced on New Year’s Eve in 1985. At the time, I shed over 70 pounds and most importantly over the decades have maintained my ideal body composition. I accomplished this by the creation of systems in my life designed to bolster my musculoskeletal and cardiovascular health, manage stress, optimize sleep, make quality food choices most of the time, and foster positive social connections.

Remarkably, I have been able to manage my multiple sclerosis (MS) diagnosis without medication, all thanks to the healthy lifestyle choices I’ve consistently embraced. Now, as I find myself in my mid-fifties, I relish the gift of a high-quality life. I am confident that by continuing to prioritize my health, my body will enable me to live a robust life full of vitality well into the next season of my life.

I hold certifications from esteemed organizations, including the National Academy of Sports Medicine as a Certified Personal Trainer, Wellcoaches as a Certified Health and Well-being Coach, and the American College of Lifestyle Medicine as a Certified Health Coach. Additionally, I am proud to bear the distinction of being a National Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach, which represents the pinnacle of certification in this field.