Like many of my friends, I grew up with a “Clorox” mentality—thinking that if something smelled clean, it was clean. I loved scented candles, lotions, and body sprays, and I associated fragrance with health. My mom and I bonded over makeup and personal care routines. She even shared her “secret” for oily skin—baby powder—unaware that it was later found to be highly toxic.

My perspective on health changed drastically one day after swim practice, when my dad told me my mother had ovarian cancer. My heart broke. For ten years, I watched her fight with courage, and though it was an incredibly difficult time, it taught me lessons in determination, resilience, and the value of personal health. Her battle inspired the work ethic that fuels me to this day.

After my mom passed, I channeled my grief into a passion for health and wellness. I began helping others discover their potential, first through my own personal fitness business, and later by creating high-energy wellness teams, an award-winning video series, and writing a book. But as fulfilling as that work was, I kept looking for new ways to help people live healthier, stronger, and more energized lives.

That search led me to Pickleball. What started as a fun hobby quickly became a passion—and a new way to teach people about making fitness fun while  improving strength and mobility. Today, I combine my years of fitness expertise with my love for the game, coaching players to move safely, build strength, and enjoy every moment on the court. My mission is to help others not only improve their Pickleball game but also create habits that support long-term health, confidence, and vitality.