My work began with movement. As a Division I springboard diver at USC and a graduate in Exercise Science, I learned early that strength isn’t created by simply pushing harder. It comes from understanding the body, responding intelligently, and knowing when to challenge yourself and when to recover. Over the past 35 years, I’ve worked alongside physical therapists and helped people navigate injuries, surgeries, health changes, and the everyday challenges of staying strong and active as they age. That experience taught me something important: most people have been told what they should do, but very few have been taught how to understand what their own body needs. That is the foundation of Align 4 Life—a practical decision-making framework that helps you notice your body’s signals, understand what they mean, and respond with greater confidence. My role isn’t to become the expert of your body. It’s to help you recognize that you are.