I was a college drop out and working as a housekeeper.

I had a great relationship with my mother. She was my best friend, a hard working woman and an exceptional mother. I would do anything for her.

One day after getting home from work, I would do my usual routine. Check on my mom, give her a hug and share how my day went. 

But that day, something felt different. Her eyes were filled with sadness. And I knew right away something was wrong. 

I asked her: “What’s wrong? Are you ok? 

She said: “Promise me you will be strong”

My heart sank. I had an idea what was happening.

To give you some context:

I grew up on the San Diego / Tijuana border, I was living life on a day to day basis. 

My life felt like it had no meaning, I was lost, I had no clear goals and purpose.

I always had this hunch that I was meant for something bigger but what? My mom was my biggest supporter and always encouraged me to chase my interests and become the best at it.

The previous 3 months my mom was going through radiation and chemotherapy to cure her stage 2 cancer. At the end of the treatment the doctor said her cancer tumor got better and she would get regular check-ins every 6 months. 

2 months later, her cancer returned as stage 3. It quickly spread to her lungs, heart and lymph nodes.

She got the news from the doctor moments before I arrived home. That was the reason why she was sad and wanted me to stay strong.

6 weeks later she was gone. We lost our beloved mother. 

I was going through an existential crisis, I hated my job, and lost my biggest supporter. 

What will I do with my life?

“Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life”

Confucius

My job was making me feel miserable. After reading Confucius’ quote it  made me think for the next couple of days what job I would love to have.

A few years back, the gym helped me overcome my lack of self confidence and body image issues. Training was my therapy. I could turn my negative emotions into positive ones. I had a great time in the gym environment. 

My heart was telling me to chase my passion for fitness. I realized that it was up to me to make it happen. I had nothing to lose. 

My life needed purpose and meaning, I wanted to do something I was passionate about and help others at the same time. 

So I invested in a fitness certificate to become a personal trainer while I was still working in housekeeping. 

Three months later I got certified and then I spent 2 years working in a commercial gym and became one of the top trainers.

I’ve worked with people in different industries, age groups and backgrounds. 

Driven professionals and entrepreneurs were always my favorite clients to work with. Their work ethic, dedication and accomplishments always inspired me to become a better coach and person. 

Helping them create healthy relationships with exercise and nutrition to the point where they looked, moved and felt better was the greatest accomplishment for me. 

Taking care of your body and mind is paramount to thrive in life.

Helping driven individuals improve their overall wellness is my life purpose. I aim to become the best health coach you ever had, creating sustainable life-long healthy habits so you can unlock your true potential for you and your family.

My mother inspired me to walk this path. Now I’m using my life to help others walk the path of health and self-improvement.

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