48, Trainer at The Pilates Centre of Ballet Memphis

FAV WAY TO WORKOUT:

Pilates is my go-to because it trains mobility, stability, strength, and endurance all at once. It builds power from the inside out, which supports all the other types of training I do. I always leave feeling aligned, centered, and energized, not depleted.

BIGGEST FITNESS MYTH:

Pilates is only for flexibility — false! It’s a full-body strength system that trains control, stability, and strength in a really intentional way.

BIGGEST NUTRITION MYTH:

That you need extreme rules or ‘perfect’ eating to see results. Consistency with balanced, sustainable habits outperforms any restrictive trend.

MY TYPICAL WORKOUT DAY:

It starts with a long hike with my husband and two boys. Then I jump into a Pilates equipment class with friends for a mix of strength, mobility, and fun. I finish the day with a simple stretch session at home to reset and wind down.

MY ADVICE:

Slow and steady truly wins this race.

MY FITNESS TIP:

You can’t out-train a poor diet. What you eat truly matters. Nutrition is the foundation of every fitness goal. It’s all about balance, moderation, and making choices that support the way you want to feel.

IF I COULD ONLY HAVE ONE PIECE OF EQUIPMENT:

A Pilates reformer! You can work every single muscle in your body with a reformer.

ALWAYS IN MY GYM BAG:

My class planner! It keeps my classes organized and is a place I can jot down notes about client needs and new exercises I want to try.

MY FITNESS INSPIRATION:

My husband. Once he sets a fitness goal, nothing stands in his way. He’s very diligent and intentional about everything he does for his body.

DREAM WORKOUT PARTNER:

All the instructors who teach at Ballet Memphis! They are the most knowledgeable, hard-working, inspirational fitness instructors I have ever met.

GO-TO SNACK:

Crunchy Roasted Edamame Beans — high in protein and fiber!

WHAT KEEPS YOU MOTIVATED:

My clients in their 70s and 80s are my biggest motivation. They remind me of what’s possible with consistency. I always tell people my age that we’re building our future ‘grandma bodies’ now. In the years ahead, I want to be the one running, playing, and keeping up with my grandchildren, and that vision keeps me going on tough days.

NEWBIE ADVICE:

Never compare your day one to someone else’s day five hundred. Fitness isn’t a competition, and comparison will drain your confidence faster than any workout ever could. Focus on your own progress, stay consistent, and celebrate every small win along the way.

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