Wellness

Photo by Melissa Donald It’s never too late…I started exercising seriously and consistently once I turned 30. I joined the gym with three other people, and I was the only person who stayed with it in the long term.Push throughThe people in my classes help push me through the tough spots. Group fitness is amazing. It’s a community of people who all share similar but different goals. We come from everywhere and everything. We meet weekly and we all fight the same fight together. I’ve met the most amazing people, amazing friends, through fitness and they [...]

Photos by Melissa Donald Strength I truly believe that it is our differences as individuals that are our greatest strengths. Our world today is ever evolving and maintaining a healthy lifestyle sometimes is not a priority. My goal is to stay fit and encourage everyone around me to choose health and fitness as a way of life.Mentor I treasure every moment that I have to live an active lifestyle. I also coach basketball at Assumption High School and I really believe that as a coach, I have to provide a good example for my players. I [...]

Photo by Melissa Donald  FocusI worked 23 years in the health and fitness industry as a registered dietitian and personal trainer. Recently, I have left the fitness industry professionally and currently work part time so that I have more time to focus on my family and other pursuits. I love helping others understand how to improve their health and achieve positive change in their bodies and I continue to do this by example through my participation in physique competitions, as well as by providing nutrition and fitness guidance to those closest to me.Drive I’m motivated mainly [...]

Photo by Melissa DonaldLifestyle I completed my 200-hour teacher training in November, and it took three months to complete. My training was all day, every Saturday and Sunday for those three months. I also completed a yoga retreat recently. I practice almost every day of the week, which is what helps me prepare for more intensive workshops and practices. Beautiful Body I have two tattoos, the one on my right shoulder blade is a dancer with the lyrics “nothing’s gonna change my world.” It’s from Across the Universe by John Lennon. I got it when I was [...]