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As I pass 50 years and reflect on my life, I realize that I have had a multitude of experiences that have given me a plethora of perspectives and a true appreciation for living.

After I was diagnosed with cancer in 1995, I became a triathlete to prove that although I had cancer, cancer did not have me. I was a competitive triathlete for 16 years, which included 28 IRONMAN distance finishes (8:51 personal best time and five overall wins) and earning an elite (pro) license from 2007-2009. In 2005, I became an endurance sports coach to share my passion for the sport and a healthy lifestyle to help others. In 2006, I started the Luray Triathlon in Luray, Virginia, with the intention of creating a “win-win” for the athletes and the community.

Other experiences included attending the U.S. Naval Academy, serving as an officer on a nuclear submarine, and working in systems integration, competitive intelligence, and financial analysis. I have a BS in computer science. In 2010, I began a path of martial arts and am currently training in ninja martial arts (ninpo taijutsu) with Shinobi Martial Arts in New Hampshire.

Most recently, I am wrapping up a PhD in East-West Psychology at the California Institute of Integral Studies. My dissertation examines my experiences with the Japanese ninja martial arts, exploring its potential as a practice for personal transformation through my ongoing practice of ninpo taijutsu.  

As a writer, I want to share my experiences and inspire others. As a coach, I want to help you become the best version of yourself.