Tell us about your family?

I am married to Tyler Brolo and we have two kiddos, Emmy Blake (4) and Walker (2) along with our fur babies, two black labs Jack and Banks. We are both native to Texarkana and moved back home after having Emmy Blake.

Why is FIT4MOM important to you?

It gives me an outlet to exercise even when I’ve got my youngest with me! He only goes to Mother’s Day Out 2 days a week and it’s a juggling act to get someone to keep him so I can make it to the gym. F4M gives me the opportunity to work out even when I’m on Mom duty!

What do you remember about your first FIT4MOM class?

SO. MANY. LUNGES. My legs ached for days after my first class! But, the atmosphere was really welcoming and laid back, which was important for me!

What was your childhood ambition?

I wanted to be a Veterinarian when I was a kid!

What are 3 of your favorite things?

Wine, Cheesecake, my Pups

What is one of your 2023 goals for YOU this year?

I set an intentional goal of being more positive. As a naturally more logical and less emotional person, it seemed that I was more often than not being negative. A positive mindset and outlook on general things really boosts your everyday mood!

What has being a mom taught you?

That not everything has to be perfect. I am still in the learning phase of this lesson, but it is a work in progress. I’ve had to learn to be ok with mess and chaos, which is really hard for me!

Advice for first time moms?

Your decisions and choices are always what is best for your family because you know your family best.

You have 4 hrs of FREE babysitting, what would you do with your time?

Chiropractor, Massage, blowout, Dinner out!

Favorite spot to eat in Texarkana?

Ironwood Grill, Verona, Luna Llena

Favorite thing to do as a family?

We love going to the lake in the summer, the kids love the water and we’ve pretty well mastered the “boat nap”!

What is a fun fact that many may not know about you?

I am really into astronomy. I enjoy star charts and mapping and finding each constellation.

If someone was thinking about attending a FIT4MOM class or joining, what would you tell them?

Don’t worry about your kiddo screaming!.. Joy and Audrey make huge efforts to entertain when they see babes getting restless. (And yours won’t be the loudest if Walker is in attendance).