As I return from my mini holiday in Canmore, Alberta, I am once again hit with how things change..

When I first moved to the Bow Valley (Banff), Calgary vacancy rates were at an all time high (around 18%). that was 1980. Then the resources started to flow, and Calgary was the bell of the ball for a very long time. Now, once again, she's hitting close to rock bottom.

I suppose there was something in those years that shifted for me. I saw all around me, so much panic and uncertainty. And these days, it's all flooding back in...

I was told 7 years ago that to start an online training business was crazy. People wanted the gym model. They wanted the traditional. How was I going to do it? I didn't know, but I knew I didn't want to be at the mercy of a traditional economy with all its ups and downs, and facing possible firing or relocation or something where it was out of my control. For me, being an entrepreneur means I have even MORE autonomy and security in a world gone crazy. And I'm doing what I love!

Seven years later, I'm doing just fine, thank you very much. And I get to be creative, teach, mentor, and see women improve their fitness AND their lives. I'd say I hit the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow!

Don't let anyone tell you that you aren't able to do something. Envision it, work hard, take risks, and make it happen. I had a lot of lean years, a lot of challenges, a lot of doubts, tons of mistakes, but I always knew the alternative wasn't for me. I knew my role was to teach and serve, and to create my own vehicle for doing so. I have a 'lifestyle business' that allows me to go anywhere, work whenever I want to, and allows me total freedom. WOW! Do I work hard? Heck yes, but it doesn't feel like it. Ever!

If there's something you desire, then jump in with both feet. Sure, you may not want to quit your day job right away (I worked two jobs while working on my programs for 3 years straight..we had to keep paying the bills!), but if you want it, it's yours. I'm not lucky, or blessed, and I had no help from anyone (except my dear husband who supported my crazy ideas along the way...he would just nod and smile...). I just knew what i wanted, and I went for it. DETERMINATION is the KEY element to personal success.

Go for what you want. Life is too short. Make it YOUR way. Every day is a blessing when it comes from the heart.

My ever-popular 10-Week Best Shape Challenge is now taking sign up! I've been busy with updating the E-Workouts (using my HYBRID-style of training...perfect for the 40+ woman!), adding in 4 Check-in's, to keep clients accountable, and of course, re-starting my coaching call software, audio tips, etc. It's what you've come to love, but there's even MORE to love! Join us!

PS My Advanced 12-Week Challenge is also starting September 9th! FULL ON training, eating and lifestyle for the advanced athlete, but you have to have completed the 10-week Challenge. Sorry, no exceptions!