In 2003 I was about 180 and 24% BF, sitting behind a computer all day, and feeling quite unhealthy and looking like crap. I started weight training on and off between living in NYC and South America. I had no real clue about training, just read a few books and watched other people in the gym. In 2005 I returned to San Diego and decided to get serious. I was now around 170lb, 21% BF. I started reading Bodybuilding.com religiously, particularly the forums. I had a personal trainer for 4 months, 3 days/week, which helped fill in my gaps of knowledge about fitness and gave me good feedback on form/technique. Since then I picked up MMA training and now train 2-3 hrs per day, 6 days/week in 2 gyms--at a chain near me and SD Undisputed.

As mentioned, my goals revolve around MMA training. I love to compete and push myself mentally and physically to face off one on one with an opponent in the ring.