About Us

In college, I injured my back in a snowboarding accident, and I heard that Pilates movement was good for spinal health. Wanting to support my back, I started attending mat classes. I quickly realized that a strong core was essential for stability and pain prevention. This led me deeper into natural Pilates, where I became certified in mat Pilates and eventually trained with equipment. The benefits were life-changing—my body started feeling stronger, the clicking and popping sounds disappeared, and I gained a whole new understanding of anatomy and biomechanics.

However, after years of teaching Pilates movement and working with clients, I recognized that Pilates alone wasn’t always the solution. While it strengthened the musculoskeletal system, it sometimes overpowered other essential systems in the body—such as the lymphatic system and organ function. Additionally, my decades-long battle with undiagnosed Lyme disease meant that I often felt sore and fatigued. On good days, I could train for triathlons; on bad days, I needed a gentler approach. During those times, Pilates was my go-to because I could modify the intensity to fit my body’s needs.

Even then, I realized there were times when even Pilates was too much. That’s when I discovered fascia release. Back then, it was just a foam roller, but it helped ease my restless legs and reduce pain throughout my body. It planted a seed in my mind—pain relief isn’t just about strength, it’s about understanding fascia and how it affects movement.

Over time, I learned about other fascia practitioners and different fascia release techniques. Since I already had a deep understanding of anatomy, I could feel how working on fascia relieved pain and improved movement patterns. I realized that some of the patterns my clients and I struggled with—like keeping our shoulders down—were more about resetting how the brain communicates with the muscles than just strengthening weak areas.

There are many different fascia release systems, and I’ve studied them all. Some feel better for me than others, but I always offer my clients multiple options because everyone’s body responds differently. For instance, someone with fibromyalgia may prefer a softer ball, while others benefit from deeper methods that break down adhesions.

I’ve made mistakes, too—like using a lacrosse ball too aggressively and irritating my nerves instead of relieving pain. That experience taught me to analyze how muscles connect, create movement, and align within the body. The more I studied, the more I realized that all the major muscles we train in the gym are also the ones that pull us out of alignment the most.

Pain relief and functional movement require a balance. While strengthening muscles is essential, it’s not enough. The fascia release work I do helps reset how the body moves, but it won’t teach the muscles how to engage correctly. That’s why I integrate natural Pilates and strength training—so the body learns when and how to activate the right muscles.

I also studied Anatomy Trains, a method that maps out fascia slings and how they function in movement. This knowledge helped me understand why even experienced trainers struggle to get the most out of their workouts. People talk about the front line, back line, and deep front line of fascia, but they often don’t know how to stabilize one system while engaging another. That’s why traditional gym movements, even with the best trainers, can sometimes work against optimal movement.

By breaking down anatomy further, I help clients become mindful of what muscles they’re using and when. The big muscles tend to dominate, while the smaller stabilizing muscles often need extra encouragement. That’s where resistance training, Pilates movement, and fascia release come together to create a pain-free, balanced body.

Every 'body' is different. Some people need to stop heavy strength training temporarily to allow weaker stabilizer muscles to develop. Others need more resistance-based training to break out of old patterns. This process requires patience—sometimes only a few months, sometimes longer.

That’s why my approach isn’t one-size-fits-all. Some clients need Pilates movement, some need fascia release, and others need a combination of both. I don’t always know what a body needs until I start working with it, but I always provide the support, guidance, and tools necessary to find the right solution.

My mission is to help you move better, feel better, and live pain-free. If you’re ready to explore how Pilates movement, natural Pilates, and fascia release can improve your body’s function, I’d love to help you on your journey.