Personal Training & Fitness Coaching in Surprise, AZ

Where does a positive self image come from? Is it from the compliments of others? Is it looking in the mirror and liking what you see?...

I have the privilege of teaching Sunday school to 17-18 year olds in my church. It's a class where we get to study the scriptures and...

Jeremy and I have had countless conversations surrounding imposter syndrome. Clearly stated in my opinion, imposter syndrome is...

(Disclaimer: This entire article is from https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/self-reliance/blog/resolve-to-not-compare-yourself-to-others...

Hear Ye, Hear Ye, This is well worth the read!

Comparison holds a significant place in our growth. With positive comparison, growth happens. With negative comparison, growth is...

Many people don't understand the benefits of having a personal trainer. They might assume that it's for the rich celebrities that are seeking a certain image or for the body builders training for competition. That's simply NOT TRUE!

Many studies have shown exercise to help depression and anxiety, improve sleep, reduce stress, and even improve the symptoms of ADHD. It's important that you pay attention to any changes that you notice in these areas, in addition to changes tyou are seeking that bring you closer to their goals. Often times, clients are thrilled to report that they feel calmer, happier, sleep better, and experience less brain-fog!

Strength training has received a bad reputation with women. 'I don't want to get bulky." I naively believed the same about lifting weights until I further educated myself on the many benefits of strength training, and tested them out myself.

Yesterday in RS, I was asked to share some personal information of my choosing surrounding anything physical, mental, emotional or...

I've been chatting with all different demographics of people lately to determine what they interpret the meaning of the word 'sorry'. ...

This past year has been challenging for our family, but very rewarding in the same way. We have experienced severe sickness, continued...

One of the biggest hurdles you will face when you are starting to workout is YOURSELF. Negative thoughts, frustration, physical limitations, injuries, and good old-fashioned pain can derail your best intentions to get “in shape” and be healthier. So, how do you stop the self-sabotage and stay on track when you are figuring out how to start exercising?

What is Joy? Dictionary.com =a state of happiness or felicity, the emotion of great delight or happiness caused by something...

“Do you really believe you are precious to God? Do you know He knows you? How do you know? What does it look like for YOU to know? This...

I haven't always been a morning person by time definition. I have always been quite pleasant by attitude once I'm awake though. When I was younger, and especially in my teen years, I appreciated sleeping in. Not only was it sleeping in that I really enjoyed but it was 12+ hours of sleep. Doesn't that just sound so wonderful!?!, (calling all my full time parents, full time workers, doers of life and anyone that has any responsibility outside of being a kid!)

An interesting dinner table conversation and a chat with a great friend on a half day hike encouraged me to think more about this topic....

Growing up, I always enjoyed movement. I rode my bike, I played organized sports, I danced, and I was extremely active with friends. ...

Since I have become a certified personal trainer, my purpose has been surrounded on teaching/educating and influencing others towards a stronger, healthier lifestyle. I am so passionate about the knowledge that I have that I want to scream from the rooftops to the whole world.

A few months ago, I was talking with an old friend and learned of some significant trials in her life that prompted a lot of pondering. ...