About Kim Mortson

I’M KIM. A FORMER PERSONAL TRAINER TURNED MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER AND MOVEMENT ADVOCATE.

I’m passionate about helping you tap into the power of mindset and movement so you can turn your trials into triumphs and live fully in the present moment.

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For over two decades, I’ve dedicated my life to the fitness world, helping hundreds reclaim their lives through movement. But my journey didn’t start in a gym – it began with a holy sh*t moment just before my 40th birthday. At 207lbs, I found myself at a crossroads, realizing I needed to prioritize my well-being and take charge of my life.

After my profound personal transformation of shedding over 60 pounds and revitalizing my lifestyle, I felt a calling to share my journey and help others hit their goals, tapping into their potential. And so, Body Design was born.

I learned quickly that establishing a fitness business from my home was no easy feat. I faced numerous challenges, from building a client base to refining training methods, all while juggling the demands of entrepreneurship and family life. However, one of my biggest tests came when the pandemic hit. Overnight, I was forced to transition my in-person services to an online platform while staying committed to providing quality training and support to my clients.

Looking back now, I can see it was all preparing me for the biggest mountain I had yet to climb. At 57, I received a devastating diagnosis. I was told I had Parkinson’s disease. And I kept it a secret for years…until I couldn’t hide my reality any longer.

 

My Parkinson’s became very aggressive in the spring of 2023 after facing many stressors in life (the body keeps score). I had to give up my personal training clients, and by December, I was dependent on a walker and wheelchair.

I remember sitting there, feeling like my world was crumbling around me. The shock, the disbelief, the overwhelming sense of “Why me?” The irony of my situation—being a personal trainer with a neurological movement disorder—wasn’t lost on me.

My identity was so tied to my job title that losing my physical capabilities made me question, “Who am I now?”.

I needed to make a change.

 

Topics:

  • My Parkinson’s Journey

  • Effective Stress Management Techniques while dealing with a Chronic Illness

  • Chronic Illness – It’s all about Your Mindset

  • DBS (Deep Brain Stimulation) Surgery and Parkinson’s Disease

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