In her words
After being diagnosed with lupus, I experienced chronic pain, inflammation, fatigue, and a profound loss of confidence in what my body was capable of.
Traditional fitness spaces no longer felt like they belonged to me. They were often overwhelming, intimidating, and disconnected from the reality I was learning to navigate.
I turned to Mat Pilates videos at home, and something began to change. Slowly, I rebuilt my physical strength, but I was also rebuilding something deeper: my confidence, my identity, and my trust in my body.
Pilates became more than movement. It became a practice of patience, healing, and empowerment. And when I experienced that transformation for myself, I knew I wanted to share it with others.
That desire led me to become certified in Pilates. As I began teaching, my passion only grew. Watching my students become stronger, more confident, and more connected to their bodies, and having the privilege of celebrating every step of their journey, reminded me why this work matters so much.
But my own journey also taught me something important:
Wellness is bigger than Pilates.
Pilates gave me the foundation to reconnect with my body, but strength training, proper nutrition, recovery, and mindset are all important pieces of becoming and staying strong and well.
That understanding led me to become a certified personal trainer as well.
I don’t believe you have to choose one form of movement over another. I believe your body deserves what it needs.
That belief is at the heart of Poise & Power.
