I completed my undergraduate studies at Elon University in 1999 where I graduated cum laude with a B.S. in sports medicine. My graduate degree was earned in 2004 from the University of North Carolina, Greensboro, with a M.S. in exercise physiology. I possess nine different fitness certifications from nationally accredited organizations. I am a Level 1 USA Triathlon certified coach, a Level 3 USA Cycling Coach, a certified Exercise Physiologist and Certified Inclusive Fitness Trainer through the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), a certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), a Corrective Exercise Specialist and Performance Enhancement Specialist througth the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), as well as a certified Personal Training and certified Medical Exercise Specialist through the American Council on Exercise (ACE). In addition, I am a professional member of the ACSM, NSCA and IDEA Health and Fitness Association.