Hey there, friend! If you’ve been waiting for the “perfect” time to start your fitness journey, let me remind you: the perfect time is now. Don’t overthink it! Starting where you are—with what you have—is more than enough. As someone who’s led workouts around the globe, written guides on strength training, and navigated life as a mom of two toddlers (yep, turning three this January!), I know it’s possible to carve out time for fitness—even in the chaos.

I like to say I am a “semi-crunchy” or A.K.A “scrunchy” mom. I see the value in medicine when needed but avoid it whenever possible.

When you build consistent habits, you create a foundation for sustainable progress. It’s not about drastic changes but about small, manageable steps that add up over time. This approach helps you avoid burnout and makes it easier to maintain your progress.

For over a decade, I’ve made exercise a top priority in my life. But it wasn’t always this way. In my early 20s, I was living the rock 'n' roll lifestyle, playing in a band and making some pretty unhealthy choices. Late nights, junk food, and little to no exercise were the norms for me. I wasn’t focused on my health, and it showed.