Mary-Elizabeth (Mimi) Steward - DOB 12/07/1967
I am a 39 year old married mother of three boys 6,6,2. I am on my third career, and have found my real passion as a fitness instructor. I have always been athletic and enjoyed fitness and excercise for myself. I now enjoy working as a fitness instructor teaching others and taking care of my family. My husband works as a technical director for International Flavors & Fragrances.
I have a BA in political science from Furman University Greenville SC; Professionally Trained Pastry Chef, Diploma from Peter Kumps Culinary Institute (now Institute of Culinary Education) New York City; and numerous fitness certifications see above.
Current & Prior employment experience:
Fitness Instructor 2003 -present, New York Sports Club - Group Fitness and Pilates Reformer, Ethos Fitness and Spa - Group Fitness and Pilates.
Pastry Chef 1997-2000 - Le Cote Basque NYC - Assistant Pastry Chef, Delmonicos NYC- Assistant Pastry Chef, Puttanesca NYC - Head Pastry Chef
Social Worker 1991-1996, Columbia SC, Knoxville TN. Performed benefit and child support work for State Governments.
Personally: I have run 10 marathons to include qualifying for Boston Marathon 7 times and running it 3 times. Personal best marathon 3:24. I ran the Prague Marathon in 2006! Now training for marathon 11. I like to excercise, cook, and travel.