I started training clients 12 years ago when I realized the profound effect my exercise programs could have on a person’s health and well-being. One of the things I have always strived for is to empower the client by teaching them safe and effective ways to train, thereby allowing them to take over their own program at any time. I have even heard stories of former clients showing others how to perform an exercise.

The concept of my clients knowing not only how to do an exercise correctly but knowing why they are doing it gives me great satisfaction. I am a great believer in balance and moderation. I advise all my clients to take a break when they feel the need, but also to balance all aspects of their lives. Nutrition is a great example of balance and common sense. I generally advise my clients to balance carbohydrates, protein and fat, as well as make sensible food choices without feeling as though they are depriving themselves. I am a great believer in willpower, but let’s not get willpower and unrealistic expectations mixed up.

I am a former amateur soccer player, power lifter, and competitive cyclist. Currently I play a variety of sports, and I surf when time allows. By keeping active in a variety of sports I have been able to gain firsthand knowledge of how to train specifically for a sport or event.

Education:

• A.C.E. certified
• U.C.L.A. ext. certified
• Continued education- way too much to list here
• Specialization- post therapy rehabilitation