Fit Mama Santa Barbara

Why a new studio in SB? Let me share my thoughts… I am building the gym that I would want to work out at.

That’s really where the idea for THE RESERVE Sage Society - Women’s Gym Santa Barbara & Ventura started.

As I’ve gotten older, my relationship with fitness has evolved. I’ve worked through my fair share of injuries, my goals have changed, and these days one of my biggest priorities is simple: stay strong and hold onto as much muscle as possible for as long as possible.

I also know how hard it can be to make that happen consistently.

Life is busy. And when I carve an hour out of my day to train, I want to know that hour is going to give me exactly what I need—not just a good workout, but the right workout for my body, my goals and where I’m at that day.

I wanted more equipment options. Smaller groups. More individualized coaching. More opportunity to progress. And the ability to modify and work around injuries without feeling like I’m missing out.

So I created it.

The Reserve at Sage Society is our new dedicated semi-private and private strength training studio, built around a much more personalized training experience.

And what I love most is that this expansion allows Sage Society to grow in both directions. We’ll be able to continue expanding and elevating our group class experience, while The Reserve gives women who want more individualization, more equipment and closer coaching a space designed specifically for that.

As I grow and evolve, Sage Society continues to grow and evolve with me.

The Reserve feels like the natural next chapter—and I’m so excited to finally open the doors November 1st. 🤍

May photo dump 📷 Maycember is over. Hallelujah. 🙌

Between kids, graduations, work, events, and approximately 47 things on my to-do list at all times, I still managed to get 4–5 workouts in every week and eat better than I have in months.

It’s almost like exercise, protein, sleep, and vegetables actually make you feel better. Annoying, but true. 🙃

You know what I’ve noticed about moms?

Life can absolutely crush us… and somehow by the next morning we’re packing lunches, answering emails, driving to activities, making dinner, and asking everyone else how THEY are doing.

Not because we’re unaffected. But because somewhere along the way we learned how to adapt. We carry disappointment, stress, uncertainty, exhaustion, and still find a way to keep moving forward. Maybe not gracefully. Maybe not without the occasional meltdown. But we keep going.

I’ve had A LOT dropped on my plate the last few months. And I feel like I’m thriving and epically failing all at the same time. I can’t help but hear the inner critic… “everyone else can work, be a full time mom and still have a social life… what’s wrong with YOU”.

Happy to report I think I’m finally finding my groove. And accepting that when you have a lot of balls in the air it’s inevitable that one of them isn’t getting much attention. 🤷‍♀️

If you’re in one of those seasons right now, I see you. The fact that you’re still showing up is more powerful than you think.

April photo dump 📸

April was a heavy month tbh. One of those where you wonder “wtf is going to happen this week…”

It tested me in so many ways personally and professionally. But I’ve learned to focus on the glimmer moments. The things that bring me joy, good places, good people and good memories. When you focus on the good, everything else falls into place.

Some mornings I wake up and I’m just tired. Like I really don’t feel like going into work because… LIFE.

And then I remember… I actually love what I do. ❤️

I get to be around women I genuinely like. I get to coach, talk, laugh, and be part of their routines and their lives. It’s not always easy, but it’s never something I dread once I’m there.

Lately I’ve found myself back spending time in a hospital…this time as a guest not an employee, and it’s been a good reminder of how far I’ve come. I loved my career as an OT but I wasn’t fulfilled…so 6 years ago I made the switch to working in fitness full time and I still have zero regrets.

Still tired most days. Just not questioning my life choices.

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