I’ve always wanted to feel strong, healthy, and more connected to my body—but as someone who never exercised, it definitely wasn’t love at first squat. It’s taken a lot of trial and error, learning to balance fitness with life, and finding a routine that actually works for me. On this page, I’ll compile everything I’ve learned about starting a fitness journey from scratch, building balanced programs, and how running and weightlifting became a part of my life—without letting fitness take over my whole identity… anymore.