My Superman

I am so proud of my husband for setting the goal this year to ride in the Pan Ohio Hope Ride. The Pan Ohio Hope Ride is through the American Cancer Society which helps raise funds for cancer research, treatment, etc. Funds also goes towards an amazing facility in which cancer patients and family may stay during treatment, called the Hope Lodge. During my husband's treatments, the Hope Lodge opened their doors to us and gave us a home away from home, a support system of others who truly knew what you were going through.

On July 26th my husband will be riding in honor of those who have lost their lives to cancer. It was only a few years ago when my husband could have been one of them. Each day we have is a blessing and it is an honor to be married to such a strong man...my superman!

If you would like to donate towards the Pan Ohio Hope Ride, check out my hubbie's link below....any gift is greatly appreciated, thank you for making a difference!
Pan Ohio Hope Ride

Drum's Alive on Local News!!

Check this out!!!! : ) : )  I am so excited that I was able to do this for Creekside Fitness & for our community! I just love this program and cannot wait to share it with more interested peeps!!!
Fitness Gets a Whole New Rhythm

Check Out Drum's Alive Video!

Tomorrow morning WYTV 33 will be airing the piece on Zumba Fitness!! Tune in @ 5am!!

Reflection & A New Goal

So in the past 6months, I have expanded my professional background. In addition to the beloved Zumba, I am certified in Drum's Alive, Personal Training, and as of this past weekend Tai Chi & Team Boot Camp. Each program has their benefits and I cannot wait to incorporate each piece into my workouts for others.

I am so blessed to have come so far...it has been 5 years since I have officially kept my weight off (May 07-May 2012). Don't get me wrong, there has been moments of weakness (darn cupcakes!) & a few sneaky pounds, but for the most part my motivation & will power have remained and I continue to push myself to become stronger & healthier each day. Every day I walk into the gym, I make it a point to remember what it felt like to be 190lbs, to remember that day I saw a reflection I did not want to see again, and to remember the day I decided to make a lifestyle change.

I am now about to embark on a new challenge! The other day at the gym, one of my Zumba ladies asked me if I had competed in a strength competition a few weekends ago. The answer was "no". I learned that apparently there was a girl there that looked like me competing. I took a few moments to ask about the details and strength requirements. It sounded like a challenge....push ups, burpees, farmer's walk, sled pushes & pulls, relays, etc. As she was describing the program, I think my face looked like a child's on Christmas morning....pure excitement!! So here it is, my new goal....to compete in a team strength competition this Fall.

It is going to be difficult and, no doubt, painful...but in all health goals I am going to look at the end result! Hopefully by Fall I will be one strong chic! I am going to make it a point to chart my progress & set backs on my blog, because let's face it...you will keep me accountable!

Fundraiser for Hope Lodge @

Creekside Fitness

Saturday June 16th, 2012

Zumba-1-2pm

Drum's Alive-2-3pm

Cost-$5/class

Basket & Goodie Raffle-$1/Ticket or $5/6 Tickets

All proceeds to go towards the Hope Lodge through the American Cancer Society

Come join me, Ali Johnson, for an afternoon @ Creekside Fitness! My husband and I will be hosting the event with possibly some other Zumba instructors. We will be sharing with you our story and connection with the Hope Lodge!

There are 31 Hope Lodges stationed throughout the United States. These facilities are used as a home away from home for Cancer patients who are undergoing treatment.

Please sign up now for this event!

Register by Saturday June 9th to reserve a spot!