V is for Vigor

eutical Sciences. After completing an undergraduate degree and then Master degree in Nutritional Science and Human Biology. I worked in a research capacity before entering the corporate world of Medical Sales. I was living the dream! I am now a full time working mother, wife and fitness fanatic. While I have always been a fitness fanatic, throughout the years I really struggled to find a balance in my life. After my first child was born and I was pregnant with my daughter, my husband entered into a depression and state of addiction that would tear our family apart for 3 years. I was basically a single mom, trying to juggle 2 small kids, a career and a house. Needless to say, fitness was less of a priority during that time. I would still try to fit a workouts in but, for the most part, I was too tired, busy or sad to make it to the gym. I always found that when I DID make the time for myself to get to the gym that I would feel so much better and be able to be a better parent to my children. Thankfully my husband realized he was on a path of self destruction and sought the necessary help that he needed to get himself back on track in his own life and with our family. Once he was back with us and getting healthy again...I was still so used to taking care of everyone else that I still found myself de-prioritizing my fitness. It always came last. One of the biggest things I struggled with was being a gym member. I used to spend 2 hours at the gym before my kids were born and had the mindset that you had to spend that kind of time working out to get results. Also, I was paying to be a gym member and I wanted to get to the gym...but couldn't find the time. And when there was a bit of time to maybe get a run or a workout in at home...I would feel guilty because I was PAYING to go to the gym and so I wouldn't exercise at home. It was a vicious cycle. While I was never a fat woman, I felt like I was getting soft and I didn't like it. The muffin top and "mom bum" were starting to develop. I finally made the commitment to quit the gym and just get my workouts in at home. I discovered the joy (and results) of shorter, higher intensity workouts. I am now in the best shape I have been in since having my children. The struggles I have been through in my life have made me mentally stronger and my decision and commitment to myself has made me physically stronger. Everyday I am trying to become the best version of myself. I have the knowledge and drive to live a healthy life and I want others to share in the joys that healthy living can bring. If you need some accountability and motivation...here I am! If you believe it can happen...it will. Let me help you. :)