She is a Master Trainer and Breast Cancer Exercise Specialist (BCES) through the Pink Ribbon Program. She was featured in Shape magazine’s October 2008 Breast Health Handbook. In addition, Mary is a certified Pilates for Golf Conditioning Specialist. Mary is the former world record holder in the 50 kilometer run, an Olympic Trials qualifier in the marathon, and eight-time winner of Paavo Nurmi Marathon (Mile 18 dedicated in her name). Prior to her career as a fitness professional, Mary earned a Ph.D. in Finance from the University of Wisconsin at Madison and held academic positions at Michigan State University, the University of Oregon and the University of South Carolina.