Debbie grew up in Oregon with a love of the outdoors and sports including horseback riding, skiing, running, golf, hiking, & cycling. After moving to the Seattle area she graduated as a Fitness Specialist . In 1990 she became certified as a ACE “GOLD” Certified Personal Trainer and an American College of Sports Medicine Health Fitness Instructor. Over the last 18 years as a studio owner and trainer she has continued to pursue educational opportunities in the fitness industry to help enhance, encourage, and educate her clients. These include AAFP Medical Exercise Specialist, Golf conditioning specialist, and Body Arts and Science International Pilates Instructor certifications. In 1997 Debbie was honored by her clients and peers as one of “Seattle’s Best” Personal Fitness trainers. In 2007 Debbie moved back to Southern Oregon and opened Southern Oregon Pilates and Personal Training. Medford’s FIRST fully equipped Pilates and personal training studio. Along with her career in the Fitness Industry she has participated and competed in running & long distance cycling , triathlon, and helped instruct scuba divers in the Puget Sound. Always Encouraging her clients to join her along the way! 2010 Voted Best Pilates Instructor in Southern Oregon by readers of the Medford Mail Tribune! And 2010 Top 3 Places to work out by the readers of the Sneak Preview!