About BeActivated

I founded Parasympathetic Performance out of both personal struggle and discovery. For years, I searched for solutions to elevate my performance abilities and confidence. I have experienced firsthand the frustration of navigating the current landscape of health and human performance and all of the information that is available on the topic. I have had the opportunity to navigate numerous personal injuries along the way, most of which were entirely avoidable, and have had to go back to the drawing board on several occasions. I always knew there was more to learn,  something better I had not yet discovered. This interest and the obstacles that have presented themselves along the way have led me to develop what I feel to be an all encompassing system that will continue to develop as Parasympathetic Performance and I do.

I have had the privilege of learning from incredible teachers and mentors, which fueled my passion for helping others unlock their true potential. Eventually I no longer felt the need to continue searching. I found what worked and I went deep into it, and was amazed how it continued to work. I began to find an ease to life that did not require a mile long morning routine and forced discipline for minimal improvement. My approach combines objective assessment with subjective experience, ensuring each client’s progress is measurable, sustainable, and meaningful.

I hold a degree in Applied Exercise Science from Northern Michigan University, am a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), a Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT), and a Level 1 & 2 BeActivated Practitioner. More importantly, I have lived the benefits of this work myself—experiencing activities like running, jumping, skiing, boxing, mountain biking, and more in ways I never thought possible for myself.

My mission is to guide others to experience that same freedom. I strive to help clients not only improve how they move, but to rediscover joy in their bodies, build lasting resilience, and leave each session feeling empowered, confident, and equipped with tools to continue their growth—both with and without me.