Lisa Mariella's "WHY" Story

Lisa Mariella

Area Manager-Arbonne

Group Exercise Fitness Trainer

My running story started as a way to start the journey to stop smoking.  It is exceptionally difficult to be a runner and smoker at the same time!  I started smoking at 13 and was part of a family of smokers.  My first time trying to quit was at 15 years old!  Running definitely helped curb my cravings, while also being a great emotional outlet.  There is nothing so freeing as pushing your limits and breathing fresh air into your lungs!  I have since quit smoking and have been a non-smoker for many years now.  I run 5ks, relays, and fun runs, am a Group Fitness instructor and health coach, and I truly believe that I can do anything I can set my mind to.  You can too!!