Welcome to My Health and Wellness Journey
I’m thrilled you’ve found your way here! This space is dedicated to sharing transformative health and wellness insights, specifically designed for women navigating mid-life and beyond.
My Story
I’m a wife, mom of three, dog mom and an advocate for health and wellness. My mission is to empower women by coaching them through simple, impactful habits that can drastically improve their lives.
My fitness journey began as a personal trainer and bootcamp coach, where I discovered the profound connection between physical movement and personal confidence. Alongside my husband, we built the first CrossFit gym in Alabama, a milestone that allowed us to guide countless individuals through transformative movement, mindset, and sustainable health practices.
The Menopause Transition: My Personal Transformation
Menopause hit me like a tsunami! Nothing could have prepared me for the dramatic changes my body was experiencing. What began as night sweats quickly escalated into several different health challenges that seemed to unravel every aspect of my well-being. The signs in my forties were there, hello perimenopause! I did not realize that was something “healthy” people had to experience . As I was seeking medical help, I was told everything looked fine on paper. BTW- I should have asked to have my hormones checked, this was never discussed.
My once-strong, muscular body appeared to be disappearing before my eyes. Muscle mass seemed to evaporate overnight, and my body began storing fat in places it never had before. Suddenly, the athletic physique I had worked so hard to build was shifting, and I felt like a stranger in my own skin.
But the physical changes were just the beginning. Cognitive challenges emerged that shook my confidence to its core. I struggled to remember names, experienced sudden mood swings ranging from anxiety to unexpected anger, and battled with bladder control issues that made me feel embarrassed. Hair loss, joint pain—including a torn ligament in my knee—and skin changes compounded my sense of loss and frustration.
Feeling abandoned by traditional medical resources, I realized I would have to become my own health advocate. With limited information available, I dove into online research, determined to understand what was happening to my body and how to reclaim my health. This journey was not just about finding solutions, but about rebuilding my self-confidence and understanding the profound hormonal shifts happening within me.
It hasn’t been an easy path. Finding healthcare providers who would listen, understand, and provide the right medications and treatments was a challenge. But I persevered, driven by a desire to thrive, not just survive. Through this process, my husband’s unwavering support became my anchor, providing emotional strength when I felt hopeless.
Expertise and Approach
With certifications in personal training, nutrition, and wellness coaching, I’ve spent years helping people navigate their fitness and now their well-being. Beyond the certifications, my real passion lies in making health feel accessible, realistic, and empowering—especially for women looking to thrive in their forties and beyond.
This space is where I share what I’ve learned; some shortcuts, no gimmicks, just practical tools and science-backed strategies to help you feel your best.
A place where we will take incremental steps together.
What to Expect
- Practical, science-backed strategies
- No quick fixes or gimmicks
- Real, actionable tools to help you feel your absolute best
- Honest, compassionate guidance through life’s challenging transitions
Thank you for joining me on this wellness journey. Together, we’ll redefine what it means to live a vibrant, healthy life and normalize the conversation around menopause.
Lets embrace every stage with strength, knowledge, and hope.