Lisa Hamer Jenkins

Lisa Hamer Jenkins is a caregiving spouse, mother of two and a social worker specializing in dementia care. In 2010, she was an overwhelmed, overworked and overweight woman whose life was full of serving others. Determined not to give-up, Lisa decided it was time to regain control of her health. Fifteen weeks later she completed her first 5K. Finishing that race was a pivotal experience in her life. Today, while her life responsibilities have not changed, her perspective has shifted. Lisa...See more

Lisa Hamer Jenkins is a caregiving spouse, mother of two and a social worker specializing in dementia care. In 2010, she was an overwhelmed, overworked and overweight woman whose life was full of serving others. Determined not to give-up, Lisa decided it was time to regain control of her health. Fifteen weeks later she completed her first 5K. Finishing that race was a pivotal experience in her life. Today, while her life responsibilities have not changed, her perspective has shifted. Lisa shares her journey and provides inspiration to others as a mentor and motivational speaker. Visit her popular blog momwentrunning.com. See less