my theme song is…
Right now it’s “Piano” by Ariana Grande.

i inspire and challenge my tribers by…
Forcing them to dig deep. Working out is not always fun, and it’s certainly not easy — but putting forth your best effort in every class will ultimately make you stronger and happier.

my tribers inspire and challenge me by…
Keeping me on my toes. My Tribers want to work hard and that pushes me to become innovative so that I can challenge them every day. It’s a win-win situation!

this might surprise you, but…
1. I hate doing cardio on my own.
2. I have 5 siblings.
3. I’m single (HAHAHAHAHA).

the best advice i’ve ever received…
My aunt once sent me a card, and in it she had cut out a quote: “Never give up, for that is just the place and time the tide will turn.” —Harriet Beecher Stowe. It still hangs up on my fridge!

my favorite indulgence is…
Ice Cream/Cookies/Cake

favorite place i have traveled…
The beach! ANY beach!

next place i want to travel…
Europe

if i weren’t a bari instructor i’d be…
FAT, just kidding!

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