The Load Up Membership

You can get stronger in your 40s, 50s, and beyond.

Say no more, show me the way

Do you feel like you’ve tried everything and you’re not seeing the results you desire? You’re in the right place.

The research is in!

Women need to be strength training:

women naturally lose 3-8% of muscle per decade after 30 y/o
strength training reduces menopausal symptoms by up to 43.6% (hot flashes, bone density, hormonal balance)
increased lean muscle mass, improved estradiol and growth hormone levels, reduced blood pressure, better insulin sensitivity
improvements in pelvic floor health- less leaking, improved PF strength and coordination
increased capability, confidence, and quality of life in later years

I'm in! What's next?

Does this sound familiar?

I know I’m ‘supposed’ to be lifting weights, but where do I start? How much? How often? How heavy is heavy enough?
No matter how focused I am on healthy food and daily movement, my clothes are tight fitting and I feel uncomfortable in my body.
I’ve tried group fitness classes and felt trashed after, then it was hard to get motivated to go back.
Am I busier than most people? I can’t seem to find time to fit in workouts between work and home responsibilities.
I run or play tennis a few times each week, but adding strength training doesn’t sound fun
I’m worried I’ll get hurt. I’m worried that I will get too bulky.

You are NOT alone.

What if you could:

Enjoy a consistent and manageable workout ready for you to execute 2-3x/week
Focus your training on strength and power, to actually make a difference in your life. No more 45 minute burners with mountain climbers and burpees.
See strength improvements and body composition changes. Move those bags of mulch by yourself, and see some shoulder definition while doing it.
Confidently carve out in your schedule because you know how long it will take and it’s ready for you as soon as you arrive at the gym

I'm ready!

Does it really work?

In the most recent cohort,

THREE women got their first ever pull up by the 12 week check point!

“Before, I was frustrated by my lack of progress. This program has been a game-changer, helping me build noticeable muscle strength while keeping me engaged with fresh and exciting workouts that never feel repetitive. Not only have I seen significant muscle growth, but my chronic shoulder and knee pain has also decreased, allowing me to feel stronger and more confident.” — Angie
“The biggest aha for me was realizing I can do heavy lifts and still have a workout that feels supportive, not depleting. The accessory work isn’t just an add-on—it’s intentional and really helps me feel strong, balanced, and resilient. As a massage therapist, that’s been huge. My body is my work, and this program helps me move through long days with more stability and less strain. It’s honestly made me better in my practice, not just in the gym. The only thing I’d love to see added is some guidance around nutrition and supplements. Even just basic support—like how to fuel for strength and recovery, or what to consider when it comes to supplements—would be a great complement to the workouts. It would round things out and help me feel even more supported in the bigger picture of training and well-being.”- Kerri
“Since following the program, I have seen increased muscle definition, increased strength, and true enjoyment of the programming! I love that it’s research-based, fun, varied, and efficient.” — Sue
“Since starting the program, I definitely feel stronger and more toned! Surprised that I like some of the upper body training that I've always avoided. My goal going in was to feel stronger and more toned. improve bone health and hopefully reduce risk of fractures as I age, and feel confident in weight training. I’ve made progress already in all of these arenas!”- Beth
“I started the program because I wanted to get serious about long term health and fitness as I aged. I was doing boot camp and running occasional races and Ragnars. But I wanted to focus on strength! Since starting the program 2 years ago, I have gained strength, confidence, and muscle definition!” — Nancy

Well, hello and welcome to Lift the Load!

This has been about a decade in the making. After college athletics, then CrossFit, then Olympics lifting, I realized that none of it exactly hit the mark for what I was looking for in a program. I desired a focus on strength and hypertrophy (muscle growth) and did not want to perform a bicep curl while in a squat or countless mountain climbers. So I began dabbling in trying out different strength cycles on myself.

At the same time, while working as a Doctor of Physical Therapy, I continued to see repetitive injuries and pain in active adults. Many times, it turned out to be overuse or stress injuries from programs that made no sense. The programs/classes either had no goal, or the program itself didn’t align with the goal. Often folks were wanting to ‘get stronger’, then completing a program that was light weights for 3 sets of 10-20 reps. This does not compute.

So I started creating training programs for patients once they graduated rehab. But over the past decade, that has morphed into straight up strength and hypertrophy training programs for women ages 30-70 y/o of all training backgrounds. I’m able to combine my science knowledge and education in Physical Therapy with specific training in orthopedics & women’s health, with my love for weights.

Many of my current programming clients have been with me for 3+ years. It’s a testament to the smart, progressive nature of the program, and their commitment to the long-game of strength for life.