Throughout my childhood, dancing was my life, and the outlet for my emotions that were impossible to express at home. After early health struggles, all I wanted was ballet. When I hit high school, my body began to fill out. Dance instructors told me that my skill and passion were on target, but because of my body, I would NEVER be a serious ballerina. That hit me hard. I quit dancing in that arena and from that moment on, the word "never" would be forever emblazed on my brain. After marriage and children, I needed an outlet like I had with dance to release my emotions. Fitness and the gym environment was that place for me. After a year of taking classes, I certified in yoga and began teaching. I later became certified in Zumba, as it incorporated my love of dance and fitness. I began weightlifting in October of 2012 and absolutely loved it. I competed in deadlifting in April of 2013 and placed first in my age & weight division. Since, I have delved into health coaching.