She’s a personal trainer who made a big splash with her no-nonsense, tough-love approach on The Biggest Loser, where her name quickly became synonymous with motivation and transformation. Over the years, she’s built a strong reputation not just on TV, but also through her best-selling books like Slim for Life and Master Your Metabolism, which have helped countless people reshape their health journeys. Before all the fame, life looked a lot different—she worked long hours as a bartender to support herself while earning her degree at California State University, Northridge. That grind shaped her work ethic and grounded her perspective.
In 2012, it was a major turning point in her personal life—she adopted her daughter Lukensia from Haiti, and just weeks later, welcomed her son Phoenix into the world. Talk about a powerful month. Her journey in love has had its ups and downs too; she got engaged to her longtime partner Heidi Rhoades in 2016, but after several years, they made the mutual decision to end their engagement in 2019. Then, in the summer of 2022, she found lasting love again and married Deshanna Marie in what seemed like a joyful celebration of commitment and new beginnings. Through every chapter, her name continues to stand for resilience, authenticity, and heart.
She’s a well-known trainer who’s built her reputation on a unique mix of kickboxing, yoga, Pilates, plyometrics, and weight training. As a trainer, she stands out by combining high-energy workouts with mindful movement, making her approach both effective and balanced. Many people look up to her because, as a trainer, she doesn’t just focus on one style—she brings together the best of several disciplines. Her sessions reflect what makes her such a standout trainer: versatility, expertise, and a deep understanding of fitness. Whether it’s strength, flexibility, or endurance, she covers it all, proving once again why she’s considered a top-tier trainer in the industry.