From Cancer Survivor to Endurance Coach & Performance Dietitian
Welcome to Catalyst Performance Lab, LLC.
My Credentials
Registered Dietitian
USA Triathlon (USAT) Level 1 coach
Road Runners Club of America (RRCA) Level 1 running coach
National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) Certified Personal Trainer (NASM-CPT)
BS in Chemistry & Psychology
Masters in Forensic Science
Dietetics degree from University of Arizona
Coaching Experience:
* Training beginner level to podium finisher endurance clients since 2015.
* Competition Team Head Coach for the Syndicate Endurance Team/Mid Maryland Youth Triathlon Team.
* Tran-Sylvania Gravel Epic. East Coast Gravel Stage Race. Nutrition Support for 101 athletes and 18 volunteers over four (4) days of racing
* Race Director. Westminster Road Runners Club.Bachman Valley Half Marathon.
* Girls on the Run (GOTR) Coach
* Swim Team Coordinator for the Y in Westminster competitive swim team (CCY Piranhas) 2006-2020
* Train clients seeking to lose weight and improve their general health through strength and conditioning, cardiovascular fitness and nutrition.
My Story
At Catalyst Performance Lab, I utilize my knowledge, training and experience in evidence-based science, coaching, strength training and endurance sports to help clients reach their goals.
Following a breast cancer diagnosis in 2010, I celebrated the end of my year-long treatment by crossing the finish of line of two triathlons. Shortly after, I became a personal trainer and group exercise instructor to inspire others. My life philosophy is Challenge Yourself to Cross Your Own Personal Finish Lines! (#CrossYourFinishLines)
I continue to compete in triathlons from sprint to half Ironman distance as well as races from 5K to half marathon distance. My continued passion for health and fitness comes from my own struggle. Growing up, I was a state level athlete, but struggled with my own weight. I have stood in the shoes that many of my clients stand in or have stood in having been, at one point in my life, 125 lbs overweight. Today, I train clients from 8 years old to 76 years old looking to reach their peak athletic performance, start a new journey in the endurance arena, improve their general health and wellness or just stay active.
My love for cooking allows me to balance meal prep and nutrition strategies with my own endurance training while teaching others realistic strategies that fit in with their personal life schedules.
RACING EXPERIENCE
Multiple 70.3s, Olympic, Sprint Triathlons including Ironman Eagleman (EMAN) 70.3 X2 and IM OH 70.3
Over 50 Running Events – Half Marathon, 10K and 5K distances including Disney World Marathon, Goofy Challenge (5K, 10K, 13.1) and all Disney World, Disneyland and Disney Paris Half Marathons
Family
I couldn’t do any of the things I do without the unconditional love and support of my husband, Joe, and my daughter. Both of whom are accomplished athletes in their own right.
My husband is a lifelong runner reaching age group podiums in distances from 5K through marathon. My daughter is an accomplished competitive swimmer for Eagles Swim Team and is a former youth triathlete and soccer player. Her love for competitive swimming led her to specialize at the age 10 and she will follow that sport into her collegiate career next year!
For most of our daughter’s youth, we have traveled as a family in a manner we call racecations – picking destinations where we can both vacation and participate in some form of endurance activity. We have even celebrated Father’s Day by participating in a family relay triathlon!
My goal at Catalyst Performance Lab is to inspire and empower YOU to Challenge Yourself to Cross Your Own Personal Finish Lines! #CrossYourFinishLines.
Give Back to the Sport
I am a firm believer that athletes should give back to their sport. I am a current Board member of Mid Maryland Triathlon Club and have served as a Board member for the Westminster Road Runner’s Club (WRRC). I was the Race Director for several years for the Bachman Valley Half Marathon. Throughout my athletic career, I have volunteered at many races in an effort to give back to the sport.
Professional Career
I am the Director of a Forensic Science Laboratory and have spent the past 27 years in roles from chemist/analyst to management. I have even been on Forensic Files!
Now that you know a little about me, I’d love to get to know YOU! So, reach out and let’s work to cross YOUR finish lines together!
GET IN TOUCH WITH US!
If you are interested in any of the services Catalyst Performance Lab (CPL) offers, please complete the contact form to the left. We value your interest in CPL and will get back to you within 24 hours!
