GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTOR & PERSONAL TRAINER

I first got into fitness when I was 34 years old. My daughter was just over a year old, and I was at my highest weight ever and very out of shape. I decided to join a small local gym where the owners were very helpful and supportive of my progress. That was the beginning of my 25-year journey of lifting weights. When I first started, I lost 90 lbs and got into the best shape of my life, which led me to compete in five bodybuilding competitions between 2004 and 2017. My goals have changed over the years—I have had three joint replacements and various other injuries—and now I primarily train with kettlebells and focus on functional mobility. I want to still be going to the gym in my 80s!

When I was given the opportunity to teach group fitness classes at EveryBody Fitness, I was absolutely thrilled! I had wanted to work at a gym since I started lifting weights. I worked as a nurse for 32 years, and after I retired, I got my dream job! Although I was a little unsure initially, as I had never done it before, it turns out that I absolutely love it! I also do personal training and am very passionate about helping people achieve their fitness goals. I put a lot of focus on core strength training and functional mobility, as this will help people avoid injuries as they age. I am proud to be part of the EveryBody Fitness team and to help Carrie make this the best, most welcoming gym in town. Don’t be afraid to ask me questions about anything fitness-related; if I can help, I will happily do so!

Besides enjoying the gym, I love creating things with my hands. I've always been a creative person, and making polymer clay earrings and accessories is now my side gig. Visiting my grown children is my favorite thing to do, along with spending time with my husband, Nick, and my sweet little chihuahua, Mick. I also very much enjoy gardening, and we travel as often as we can, with Europe being our favorite destination.