KATIE
Ames Free Library, Easton MA
Wife, sister, daughter, trainer, crossfit coach, my clients' biggest cheerleader. I’m an introvert raised by my 2 amazing parents. My mother has been my light. She's lifted me up during struggles with mean girls, a mentally abusive relationship and constant feelings of anxiety & doubt. I truly want the best for everyone - I think this is what makes me a great trainer & friend. I feel most alive when I help a client achieve something they never thought possible -whether hitting a PR or getting off meds because they've taken control of their health. Encouraging everyone to find their power & self worth while I still continue to question my own is a challenge. I've always struggled with finding my self worth. But helping others helps me. I've also found strength & worth in the barbell. Lifting calms my anxiety & empowers me. I feel not good enough all the freakin time! Growing up people thought I was crazy for wanting to be a professional dancer - that I should use my good grades to get a stable career. I let insecurities end my dream of dance. When I found fitness I knew it was a path I wanted to follow. My healthy lifestyle has made people uncomfortable. My muscle made people think I wasn't feminine. Again my path wasn't stable, but I'm happy & serving my purpose. I fear I'm not good enough for the big dreams I have. I'm insecure about the backs of my legs. Your girls got cellulite too! I love my shoulders & eyes though. I'd tell a 12 year old me not to listen to what some of her "friends" are saying. That she is unique, quirky & bold. That is what makes her wonderful. I wish there was less judgement & more forgiveness in the world. Success is doing what you love despite what others say. Happiness comes from living with your heart wide open & taking chances. Someone who is supposed to love you will not belittle you & make you feel insignificant. Real love will always build you up. I wish women would compare less. We need to appreciate the good in others but not forget about all we each possess! I believe in authenticity, serving others & always giving people a chance. I’m Katie I’m proud of my ability to persevere. I may struggle but I don’t stay down for long.
