MY STORY

Rowing

While attending George Mason University, I earned a B.S. in Biology with a minor in Business Administration. During my sophomore year, I was recruited as a Division 1 rower and quickly fell in love with the sport. Although I had played multiple sports in high school, the teamwork and dedication that rowing demanded captivated me. Rowing became a pivotal part of my journey toward health, fitness and coaching, setting me on a path I have never strayed from.

In my senior year at George Mason, I began coaching high school rowing. Mentoring young women, teaching them how to row, and helping them succeed became a passion. I spent my afternoons not just guiding them on the water but also connecting with them on a personal level. They affectionately called me “Mama Duck”, and those bonds made the experience deeply fulfilling. For 11 years, I continued to coach rowing before making the transition into CrossFit.

Crossfit

I found CrossFit 2009, filling a competitive void I had from rowing. The Constant variety, weightlifting, and ability to compete drew me in. I competed in many local, regional, and team competitions. Wanting to share my love for the sport, I started coaching adults helping them to achieve their goals, showing them what’s possible, and having fun with fitness, health, and body transformation.

Pharmacist- Pharm.D

As I continued coaching, I completed my Doctor of Pharmacy degree in 2005, excited to make a difference in the lives of others. Being a pharmacist would be another way I could teach, coach, and help those struggling with dis-ease. As a pharmacist, I realized that the healthcare system is not fully designed to empower patients to heal. Patients are given treatment options that almost entirely evolve around Pharmaceuticals, leaving them with unresolved symptoms, confusion, and often feeling unheard.

In 2013, I was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism, also known as Graves’ disease. Rather than relying solely on prescription medication, I chose to pursue a more natural approach, starting with stress management. Through this holistic approach, I was able to restore my thyroid to normal function. This personal experience reinforced my belief that there are alternative paths to healing, inspiring me to help others explore these options as well.

Integrative Health Practitioner:

I watched my friends and family struggle with their auto-immune diseases, fatigue, brain fog, with no answers or zest. I took my knowledge of pharmacy and turned to educate myself on other health modalities—Functional Medicine, Traditional Naturopathy, Chinese medicine & herbalism, Ayurvedic, Bioregulatory medicine, and Eastern Philosophy. I have trained in Muscle testing techniques and continue to pursue learning.

I now work one-on-one with clients looking to optimize their health. I host quarterly group Functional Medicine liver detoxes and provide as much free education as possible. Let me help you find your imbalances and get you back on the road to health. Body Transformation is one of my specialties. I love sharing my knowledge of exercise, nutrition, and daily movement. Let me know how I can help!