About Us

In August of that year, I began to have some health problems that eventually led to a diagnosis of Hodgkin's Lymphoma. I was 28 years old and enjoying success in the cycling field, with big goals for myself. While my medical team was optimistic about my cancer prognosis, I knew that months of chemo and radiation would take a toll on my studies and cycling goals, and I braced myself for the treatment. I was determined to send a loud message to my body about my ability to overcome this obstacle, so before I started chemo I traveled to San Diego and learned to surf.

As expected, the effects of the cancer coupled with the regimen of chemotherapy caused extreme fatigue and muscle aches. In spite of these setbacks, I was determined to stay active and motivated, and I continued to hike and ride straight through treatment. I told my oncologist that it was my goal to win a national cycling championship once I had conquered my cancer, and that plan motivated me to keep moving, even on the days I felt like my athletic superpowers waned.

I finished up chemo in December, followed it up with radiation, and in February of 2009, I received the welcome news that my cancer was gone. I was elated, but I still carried the effects of the chemo and radiation, making recovery slow. I got back on my bike and continued to rebuild my stamina. I was making plans and setting goals!

In August of 2009, eleven months after my cancer diagnosis, I competed in the USA Cycling Track Nationals and won! Two days later, my team and I broke the previous record for team competition, and won that as well.

As I stood on the podium that day, with not just one but two national championships, I was overcome with gratefulness for the support and tools I had to overcome the setbacks I experienced. I knew then I could help others do the same.

I can help you move past the roadblocks in your life and achieve the goals you have for yourself! I hope you'll join me here.