After training as a competitive gymnast for about 10 years I made the switch to dance and took my studies seriously throughout high school an into college where I majored in dance at Long Beach State. After two years, injuries took me down and I found myself looking to maintain and lose weight by any means necessary (even the worst ways). Finally I got motivated to start spending time in the gym and eventually curious about how the athletes lift and what the sport is about. I ran into Oxygen magazine, discovered the competitive world, and the rest is history.

I love how working out makes me feel. I love the endorphin rush and the pride I feel after busting my own butt, whether I really wanted to that day or not. I love feeling and looking strong.