TO OUR DONORS, VOLUNTEERS, BOARD OF DIRECTORS, INSTRUCTORS, DIVA & DUDES AND SURVIVORS Let us thank YOU for all the support you provided us in 2021! Join Us for ThriveWell’s Year-End Celebration & “Thank You” Party! Can you attend and will you be bringing someone? RSVP to Mary Jonas at Mary.Jonas@thrivewell.org. … Read More
Diana Pulido’s Cancer Journey I made it 49 years without a single surgery. Then it all changed. I was diagnosed with Stage 1 breast cancer, ductal carcinoma. My journey began October 2009 with a routine yearly mammogram. I had begun getting mammograms at age 40. There was no family history, except this time the mammogram… Read More
Meet ThriveWell Survivor Maria Gonzales 13 years ago I learned I had cancer. I had ignored the following signs and symptoms: 🔹 Fatigue 🔹 Bloating, I thought I was pregnant 😞 🔹Lower back pain 🔹Irregular periods I attributed the symptoms to something else even though I had had them for a few months. If only… Read More
Meet some of ThriveWell’s Diva&Dude Instructors Lindsey Merrifield I am originally from Houston and have lived in San Antonio for 6 years. I am an animal lover and have a dog. I am a certified Pilates instructor, as well as a certified health coach. I have been teaching Pilates for a year and a half and… Read More
Cheryl has been a group exercise instructor since 2017 specializing in strength and cardio. She currently holds a national FitTour certification to lead group exercise in addition to certifications in RIPPED, Rumble, MixxedFit, Les Mills Body Combat, and Schwinn Cycle. Cheryl enjoys helping Diva&Dude members ease into a healthy and active lifestyle because a healthy… Read More
Meet Diana Pulido, Patient Assistance Coordinator & Diva, Thrivewell Cancer Foundation I have been a part of the ThriveWell Diva&Dude program for 11 years. I actively participate in the exercise programs and have volunteered for various events over the years. Prior to becoming a ThriveWell staff member, I was employed with a local medical group… Read More
My name is Quintin Ellis. I’m a San Antonio native and UTSA Roadrunner with a Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology/Exercise Science, and a sports enthusiast with an athletic and personal training background. Being a part of ThriveWell’s Diva&Dude program, gives me the opportunity to increase awareness on how to battle sickness and disease with a consistent… Read More
Meet Rose and Suong: Diva and Dude Class Instructors I was introduced to Pilates in 2004 and fell in love. I was in a car accident in 2002, causing me to become an incomplete quadriplegic. I gained my mobility back and entered the fitness world to gain my strength. That’s when I discovered the benefits… Read More
Allow me to introduce myself, I am Raina Dolayi one of the Diva&Dude Aqua Fit Instructors. Since starting my fitness journey over three years ago I’ve seen many positive changes in my life! So far, I’ve lost over 75 pounds, started a new career teaching fitness and noticed my overall health and self confidence soar.… Read More
