I’ve always identified myself as an active individual who loves fitness. After some nasty overuse injuries provided me with a much-needed wake-up call, I was forced into an extended period of rest and rehabilitation. Like anyone with an injury who wants to be active, yet is frustrated by slow progress levels, I became increasingly anxious that I wouldn’t regain my previous level of fitness or former sense-of-self.

And then Michelle and Lucky13Fitness changed everything.

Since November of 2012, Michelle has been on my side, patiently guiding me through the empowering, yet humbling process of busting through the mental and physical doors that lead to strength. Before training with Michelle, I used to think of the “macros” as key signifiers of success: how long can I spin for, how heavy can I lift, how long can I hold this plank? But now, Michelle is teaching me about the “micros” of the fitness world: the proper execution of form and maintenance work required to heal and prevent further injury, nutrition, and body-awareness. She’s turned fitness into a mindfully-executed art for me, and I now consider any exercise session, be it high or low impact, successful because I know I’ve completed it to the best of my ability while being respectful toward my body.

Keeping the above in mind, I’m both proud and humbled to say that with Michelle’s encouragement, I’ve become a Lucky13Fitness bootcamper– something I wouldn’t have thought possible a few months ago. She’s designed a supportive program that is welcoming to all fitness levels. All she asks is that you bring your best (using proper form, of course!) while being mindful and respectful of your body’s limits. I leave each and every Lucky13 bootcamp session feeling accomplished, energized, and most important, stronger than I think I am.