ABOUT THIS SITE / MY STORY
Lost Temple Fitness, Pets and Cancer educational information are based on research and personal knowledge/experience to put together the resources for these free websites. I have also written books based on this information.
*NEW – Some of the pages now have associated YouTube videos to help with visual explanations. Please see Disclaimer below.
Lost Temple Fitness is the hub of my other websites, along with information on human fitness, nutrition, anatomy and exercise.
This site also includes exercise information on diseases including cardiac, respiratory, diabetes, arthritis and MS.
Lost Temple Fitness & Cancer has information on several types of cancer, as well as treatments and exercise precautions.
**NEW – Canine and Feline Cancers and education.
Lost Temple Pets includes pet guides to help you pick the perfect pet, as well as canine sports and small animal fitness.
**NEW – Canine & Feline Health, including cardiac disease, arthritis and cancer education & breeds at risk.
**UPCOMING (fall 2026) section on Canine Structure and Growth Plates.
To this date in 2026 I have completed my certficate as a Canine Arthritis Management Practitioner (CAMP) and I am continuing my education to eventually add on Small Animal Rehab and Fitness. Currently enrolled in the Certified Companion Animal Rehabilition Therapist (CCAT) and Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach (CSCC) programs through NC State.
See my journey and certifications below:
My journey began in 1996, about 30 years ago, when I received an associates degree in physical therapy, as well as becoming a certified personal trainer through ACE. I have worked in this field in short term rehab for about 14 years, and currently in home care for over 15 years.
I have a love for animals, so I started with a website, Lost Temple Pets, and books on companion animals in 2008 and then fitness and canine sports in 2010. (see last paragraph).
In 2017 I was diagnosed with breast cancer. After going through a mastectomy, chemotherapy and radiation, I realized how little general information regarding exercise precautions and benefits was out there for not only patients, but also for personal trainers and physical therapists on cancer and exercise, as well as other possible diagnosis, such as lymphedema, diabetes, cardiac / pulmonary disease and/or arthritis.
I then started a separate website, Lost Temple Fitness and Cancer, and I have just started a section on cancer and animals as well.
During my treatments, with the help of my husband as my model, I started a book on home exercise programs that are easy for individuals to follow with over 500 pictures and information on balance, core stabilization, upper extremity strengthening, lower extremity strengthening, flexibility, and myofascial release. Separate books with additions to the Home Exercise Guides were started with information on various diseases in relation to exercise precautions and benefits, including diabetes, cancer, MS, respiratory and cardiac disease with some free PDFs on the websites.
I have had many different animals throughout my life and in 2005 decided to breed Bengal cats, where the name of the company started, Lost Temple Bengals. Although short lived, as I had trouble letting the kittens go, it confirmed my passion for animals. I had 5 bengal cats in my home until November 2022, when I lost my last cat (lost 3 to cancer and 2 to heart disease). This gave me a ‘lot” of hands on education regarding animal behavior. I also have or have had many pets, including reptiles, amphibians, small animals, birds and dogs over the years.
I started research on the differences of several breeds including cats, dogs, reptiles, rabbits, etc., and started the website, Lost Temple Pets and Companion Pet Guidebooks in 2008. A few years later, I took several courses such as Canine Rehabilitation through the University of TN, and Canine Fitness through Companion Animal Sciences Institute and started research on canine sports, rehab and pet fitness.
Lost Temple Pets, Fitness and Caner sites are Always being updated, with the most current information added in 2026 on canine and feline health.
To this date in 2026 I am continuing to provide education, resources & research and continuing my education to eventaully add on certfications in Small Animal Rehab and Fitness.
See some of my Certifications, Continuing Education and License below:
Human (just a few of the certifications)
Physical Therapist Assistant – L/PTA – 30 years in both Home Care and Short-Term Rehab facilities
ACE Certified Personal Trainer – CPT
o Functional Training Specialist
o Therapeutic Exercise Specialist
o Senior Fitness Specialist
o Nutrition and Fitness Specialist
Klose Education
o Certified Lymphedema Therapist – CLT
o Strength After Breast Cancer – Strength ABC
o Breast Cancer Rehabilitation
Cancer Exercise Specialist Institute – CETI
o Cancer Exercise Specialist – CES
o Breast Cancer Recovery BOSU(R) Specialist Advanced Qualification
o Pilates Mat Certificate
Pink Ribbon Program ©
The BioMechanics Method – Corrective Exercise Specialist
Small Animal – (just a few of the certifications)
NC State Veterinary Medicine
Canine Arthritis Management Practioner (CAMP)
Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach (CSCC) Course I
Certified Companion Animal Therapist (CCAT) Course 1 and 2
E-Training for Dogs:
All – Fit Dog
All – Fit Puppy
Canine: Athletic Performance Fitness Strategies
Canine Genetics
Companion Animal Sciences Institute – CASI:
Canine Fitness
University of TN – Canine I & II: Canine Rehabilitation
Head to Tail: The Canine Athlete
Head to Tail: Treatment for Common Canine Conditions
American Physical Therapy Association – APTA – Basic Science for Animal Physical Therapy ed
Disclaimer
Dear valued reader,
I am pleased to inform you that these books/websites are an excellent resource with educational information that has been obtained through thorough research, publications and personal experience. However, it is important to acknowledge that while the content is of high quality, there is a possibility of inaccurate information, and as such, the author cannot be held responsible. In order to ensure that the information contained within is all up-to-date, and accurate, I strongly recommend that you perform your own checks and due diligence before taking any course of action based on the information provided.
Also, kindly note that the mention of other publications throughout this book/website is for informative purposes only, and does not indicate any form of endorsement by the author. Additionally, there are several links throughout this website, but please note that the author is not endorsing their sites or anything that is being sold. It is simply for your convenience, so that you can have access to additional related materials.
NOTE: I have noticed some resource links may have either been sold to other companies or shut down. Also, with the newer use of AI, some of the information from years ago may have changed.
**PLEASE DO NOT CLICK on any link that may not have current security measures, as due to the size of my sites, I unable to continually update these links.
*YouTube Videos: This content is for education only and I am not responsible for education that has changed since posting and these are not asssociated with my company. This is for research only and Lost Temple Pets does not endorse any video presented on this website.
As always, your safety is our top priority, and the author will not be held responsible for any injuries resulting from practicing the techniques taught herein. Furthermore, if there are any typographical errors or omissions, the author takes no responsibility and assures you of his/her best intentions.
Thank you for choosing to read this book/website and please enjoy the valuable information contained within.
It is important to remember that the information presented here and in books is of an educational nature and should not be used in lieu of medical advice from your doctor and healthcare team.
It is recommended that if you’re new to exercising or have pre-existing health concerns, you should consult your physician before beginning any exercise program. This will ensure that you receive personalized recommendations tailored to your unique health status, and potentially prevent any complications that may arise.
Lost Temple Pets:
It is advised that you always check with your doctor or vet before having you or your pet start an exercise program or change diet.
It is important to remember that the information presented here and in books is of an educational nature and should not be used in lieu of medical advice from your veterinarian.
The companion guides provide general information on the breed or species, but each animal is an individual and may not adhere to the standard look or personality.
Regarding the Sports Guides – This is NOT a skills training website but may give some suggestions or where to find more information.
Please do your research, as rules to each sport may change.