Sharon graduated from James Madison University in 2003, where she majored in Health Science with a concentration in Sports Medicine. In addition, Sharon  minored in Kinesiology with a concentration in Exercise Leadership. The next year, 2004,  Sharon became a Certified Personal Trainer through the American Council on Exercise (ACE). In 2008 she went on to become a Certified Group Fitness Instructor through the Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA) and has been certified to teach multiple specialty programs through Les Mills International.

                

   Sharon has worked in several different fitness industry environments.  The majority of her career has been with Gold's Gym as a key player in the role of Fitness Manager.  Sharon's move to partner with KAIZEN is grounded in her belief that within KAIZEN and it's results-based lifestyle approach, she is better able to achieve her professional mission. Aligning with this quickly growing and forward thinking element of the industry supports her in addressing all the many components of  fitness and wellness to get her clients the sustainable results they really want.

On a personal note, Sharon understands what it means to deal with an injury and the challenges involved. Sharon took a proactive approach to fitness after a severe knee injury, earning a complete recovery.  She has also been deeply influenced by her grandmother's premature death due to Type II Diabetes. Sharon's passion for exercise, wellness and life is clearly reflected in the relationships that she builds and maintains with her clients and class participants.

Sharon is a native of Lexington  and loves living in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley. When she has spare time, Sharon enjoys reading, watching movies and cooking. She makes her home in Rockbridge County with her husband Travis, also a fitness professional, and their son Gabriel.