Why I have Added Human Design Coaching To My Wellness/Fitness Business:

We’ve all heard, “Be Yourself, Everyone Else is Already Taken”. Throughout my career in health and wellness, I’ve truly understood the power of this simple yet profound truth.

My health journey began with certifications in Personal Training, Barre Fitness, Reiki, and Sound Healing. With over a decade in personalized fitness coaching, my focus has consistently been on mindfulness. Here, mindfulness extends beyond meditation; it encompasses being deeply in tune with one’s physical and emotional state. Consequently, this insight helps in crafting workouts that align with genuine well-being.

Interestingly, this approach has been effective for both me and my clients. However, everything took a fascinating turn when I discovered Human Design.

Today, I had the honor of sharing my stroke story and testifying in support of a bill I created aimed at reducing strokes and blood clots in women. For those interested in understanding the argument I presented, I'm sharing my written testimony. While the actual testimony I gave was slightly abbreviated due to time constraints, the essence remains the same. My testimony sheds light on why I have been so determined in advocating for better screening for Factor V Leiden, a genetic mutation that makes one's blood more prone to clotting, before women are prescribed hormonal contraceptives like the birth control pill. I want to sincerely thank Massachusetts Representative Dan Ryan, Sean Getchell, Representative Ryan’s Staff Director, and Allyson Perrone Drag, Governments Affairs Director for the American Heart Association, for their years of support on this life saving bill.

Greetings, Fitness Enthusiasts!

Today, I'm excited to talk about a subject that has been a central focus of my fitness journey for many years: functional movement. Despite its recent surge in popularity, functional movement is not new. In fact, I completed my training as a functional movement specialist back in 2019, and since then, it has fundamentally transformed how I understand and approach fitness.

Functional movement is about exercises that prepare our bodies for the activities we perform daily. Rather than focusing solely on aesthetics, it prioritizes functionality. The exercises engage multiple muscle groups and joints simultaneously, helping to enhance balance, strength, endurance, and coordination.

Summer Body? Let's take a moment to pause and reset the narrative around "getting ready for summer." We all know those “six weeks to summer, is your body ready?

” or “get bikini ready in four weeks” posts and messages that have been bombarding my feed lately - well they can be triggering! So, here's a reminder to embrace a balanced approach to fitness and love ourselves throughout the journey! And know, quick fixes are rarely the answer to real long term health and wellness.

Let's face it, even though online workouts offer convenience and incredible benefits, we can sometimes get easily distracted at home. I've experienced it too! The temptation to check our phones, tend to household chores, or respond to texts can hinder our workout experience. That's why I've discovered the importance of treating online classes just like we would a visit to a studio. By setting ourselves up for uninterrupted time, we can fully immerse ourselves in the workout and reap the maximum benefits. So, get ready to dedicate this time to yourself, creating a focused and energizing experience. I've compiled some helpful tips to ensure you make the most of our online classes. Let's make this journey together, and I can't wait to see you there!