“Dream a Dream”

I have always had a passion for helping people, athletics and fitness. I would often dream of widely influencing people to reach their full potential. 10 years ago I decided that I would chase my dreams. Apprehensive at first, I went to a seminar for personal training and coaching in Wyomissing, Pennsylvania. This seminar gave me the confidence to get educated and certified in the art of being a health coach and fitness professional. I went on to get certified through AAAI as but a brand new baby girl and the fears of not being able to provide imposed self limitations. I trained infrequently and worked 10 hours a day in construction to provide for my family.

Fast forward 5 years and I never lost sight of my goal. I coached youth football, trained clients to stay "in the fold". I moved back to Michigan where I went on to get a corporate job to continue to provide for my family which had grown to 2 baby girls. I continued to climb the corporate ladder but it never felt fulfilling. I worked with local high schools to continue to expose myself to the life of athletics and fitness. I always felt a sense of accomplishment often training and coaching voluntarily. I knew in my heart what I really wanted to do but my corporate position continued to dangle this financially motivated carrot over my head. My family had financial security, great healthcare and comfort. I, however, didn't feel complete.

I received yet another promotion at my corporate job and was unaffected by it. My wife could see it in my demeanor. After some discussion circling around the concept of regret I took the years of experience, often revised business plans and headed downtown to get registered for an LLC under the name Defining Heights. My plan and purpose was to fulfill a dream nearly 10 years in the making. Since then I have changed the lives of many people. Encouraged I have walked away from the comfort of the routine paychecks to blaze my own path.

I am all in. No looking back. I am no longer chasing. I am living my dream. Defining Heights is about breaking barriers and limitations both internally and externally to reach your highest potential. A life without limitations is a life worth living. I am so grateful for the support of my family, friends and community. Dare to dream. Don't allow fear and comfort to paralyze you. Through dedication, passion and hard work there are no heights you can't reach.