10/03/2022
7 years ago I learned of this amazing format Zumba® Fitness was creating and I knew I needed to be a part of it. STRONG Nation® (aka STRONG by Zumba®) was everything I loved…power, martial arts, bad-assery, hiit, beat driven and more! I was at a huge crossroad in my life and strong was certainly a word that was resonating. As saddened as I was to move on from my Zumba® Jammer position, I knew this new journey as Master Trainer would be essential in my growth as a FitPro and person. Over the last 7 years I have become physically and mentally stronger than I could have ever imagined. I trained with the best athletes and mentors in the world. I met so many amazing SYNC Members and have had the absolute honor of watching their careers flourish. But just as important, I watched so many participants fall in love with STRONG Nation® and be amazed by their unlocking of personal potential.
I have such a love and respect for this format, the creators, the instructors, the Master Trainers, the STRONG Techs, the supporters and the participants. And while it has been an absolute honor to represent STRONG Nation® as Master Trainer, I am hanging up my gloves come December 2022. The lessons and skills I have acquired will forever be engrained in me and I am excited for my next chapter, stronger and sharper than ever. Thank you Ai Lee, Umar, Joy, Rosie, Jennifer and everyone who has been the backbone to this format. I see you. Your endless work, tireless hours and humble mindset have inspired me beyond words. I will always be right there on the sidelines cheering you on and ready to help in anyway. I cannot wait to remain a SYNC Member and look so forward to watching STRONG Nation® elevate people’s health and lives even more.
Thank you again to all the Fitness Professionals I have had the honor of training. Stay hungry to learn, stay open to critique, and stay grounded as to why you started. STAY STRONG!