One Year With Hilton Head Health

Today is my one year anniversary of starting work at Hilton Head Health. I first came to H3 as an intern while I was getting my undergrad in health promotion at Auburn University. In one of my classes a professor was sharing a story about a student doing her internship in Hilton Head. She was going on beach walks and teaching pool classes—I thought, where do I sign up?! I was thankful to be selected from the very competitive pool of applicants (it was the only internship I applied for… yikes, what was I thinking!) and I loved every minute of it!!



After leaving H3, I went to grad school at the University of Georgia and got my masters in public health. While in grad school and working with H3 on a project, I heard about the new H3@Home coaching program, it was an “ah ha!” moment for me. It was the path I was looking for and didn’t even know it. I began the intensive training to become a certified wellness coach. When a position opened for a new coach at H3 I jumped at the opportunity!

 Since starting at H3, I have made amazing friends...



Had the ability to share my passion for running with guests, some participating in their first race ever!



I have coached and personal trained many, taught lectures and lead fitness classes for even more.



I love my job because every week is brand new. New people from around the country and world (Hi, Susan O and Debbie W!) come to H3 with the hope and determination to create and define a new life for themselves. People call H3 the happiest place on earth (once you get out of treading) and that has everything to do with attitude and passion!



We are where we are supposed to be right now in this moment for a reason—I truly believe that. Every day and every moment you have the ability to change someone’s day, or even your own; either by a smile, kind word, prayer, or resolve to pick up and carry on.

 What can you do today to create a better life for yourself or brighten the day of those around you?

In this life we cannot always do great things. But we can do small things with great love.  –Mother Theresa