A girl that I was attracted to teased me in class about being too skinny. I decided to take a good look at myself in the mirror at home: my chest was flat, biceps were flaccid, and belly was slightly hanging out. I wasn't content with that kind of body, so I decided to start working out -- a lot.

After matriculating to Iowa State, I got really serious about working out and changed my diet as a means to build a good physique.

Although I'm not into bodybuilding per se, I love challenging myself in any way possible.