Judy’s personal experience has taught her that there are no pills, magic fixes or instant weight loss programs to lose weight.  She made a decision to do it the old fashioned way - eat right and exercise. Judy found success by focusing on her health, not her dress size or the scale. Judy made changes and has had success at losing weight through focusing on making slow gradual lifestyle changes that will last a lifetime.

Judy’s message is simple. "Often times we are told no. That doesn't mean you are anyone should stand in your way of reaching for your goals. I know that I don't fit the mold for people who do triathlon races. But for me it was cross training and an answer to save my life. I didn't wake up one morning and say I want to do triathlons. I woke up knowing that I could barely walk a flight of stairs with getting out of breath. This is about your health!

She has participated in over 35 triathlons including four 1/2 Ironman triathlon distance races and the infamous Escape from Alcatraz triathlon three times! And has participated in numerous 5K, 10K and marathon events. Judy attempted the 1998 Hawaii but did not complete the bike portion of Ironman (2.4-mile swim/112 mile bike/26.2 mile run). Judy returned to Hawaii Ironman in 1999 where she reached her personal goal of finishing. Her greatest personal achievement in terms of both physically and mentally enduring.

Judy is a graduate of Clemson University with a degree in Political Science and Theatre. She holds a professional certificate from the University of California San Diego in Fitness Instruction/Exercise Science. Judy is a Certified Lifestyle and Weight Management Consultant and Personal Trainer from the American Council on Exercise. Also Judy is an USA Triathlon Level 1 Certified Coach.

Judy is the author of the book, “You Don't Have to be Thin to Win” that tells her story, illustrates her program and shows you how to win your health and life back.

As a national motivational speaker and presenter to thousands on the topics of health and fitness on college campuses, health seminars, wellness convention and programs across the country with a positive message for learning how to live an active and healthy lifestyle.

Judy is the founder and former coach of the Chub Club as seen on the Rosie O’Donnell Show in 1999 where she inspired and motivated over 300,000 people to follow her mantra, "eat less move more.”

Prior to the joining the Rosie O’Donnell show, Judy worked for eight years at a nationally ranked sales promotion and marketing firm as a Senior Account Executive handling Fortune 500 consumer brand accounts.

Judy now works for the World Triathlon Corporation on the Iron Girl brand. Judy lives in Florida with her husband Rick who is retired from the US Navy after 20 plus years of service.