09/10/2026
I’m very excited to announce I’ve officially earned my certification as a Menopause Specialist. My own perimenopause journey was hell. I thought I was dying. The abuse I put my body through during bodybuilding preparation absolutely exasperated my symptoms. I had no idea I was in perimenopause. My bloodwork was crazy! My cardiologist thought I’d had or was about to have a heart attack. My oncologist told me I had the symptoms of leukemia. I was in pain, everywhere. I had incredible fatigue. So bad I had to lay down after any task. I was napping 1-2 hours every afternoon and waking up with high fevers at night that would take me 2-3 days to recover from. At the same time I developed digestive disorders, joint pain, tendonopathy, incontinence, sexual dysfunction and so many other issues. I tried going to five different gynecologists because my testosterone and estrogen levels were extremely low. I was gaslit, lied to and ignored. I finally found a nurse practitioner who I can trust. Someone I’ve known for 25 years. Someone I actually competed against (2003 USA). Someone who UNDERSTANDS and has been treating me for the last 8 months. My bloodwork has actually never been better. My symptoms have alleviated. I am in much less pain. I sleep 8-9 hours a night. I no longer nap. I have no genitourinary problems. All but one of my digestive issues are gone. I’m healthier now than I was last year and I’m enjoying life to the fullest. If you’re a woman, trans man or a competitor who’s suffering from these symptoms please consider reaching out. If I don’t know the answer I’ll find it. I am here (passionately) to help other people who are on their menopause journey.
