From a Russian basketball prodigy to a nationally ranked bikini competitor, I’ve lived every chapter of the fitness story—from chasing skinny to choosing strength.

 

I came to the U.S. on a basketball scholarship, wide-eyed and ready to go pro. But what shocked me wasn’t the training—it was the chronic exhaustion, fad diets, and burnout I saw in a country full of opportunity. I knew I had to help.

 

My obsession with being skinny eventually gave way to something deeper: true health. I competed at the national level in the bikini division, earned the title of Miss Minnesota Natural, and saw firsthand how toxic the fitness industry could be behind the lean physiques. That’s when everything changed.

 

I stopped chasing aesthetics and started pursuing vitality.

 

I’ve struggled with binge eating, sugar addiction, and body image—especially growing up tall and strong in a culture that prized being thin and delicate. I tried it all: fat-free diets, extreme calorie cuts, bodybuilding plans. My weight fluctuated constantly—until I discovered the power of *blood sugar balance*. That was my turning point.

 

Now, as a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and Personal Trainer with 20+ years of experience, I help women cut through the confusion. I want you to feel energized, empowered, and in love with your life. Looking good is just the cherry on top.

 

These days, I’m all about sustainable strength, joint mobility, pain-free movement, and living well for the long haul. I’ve trained everyone from high-performing CEOs to vibrant seniors—and my goal is the same: to help you build a body that works for you, not against you.

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