I have always been active, dancing, gymnastics, softball, kickball, etc. but I began working out avidly when I put on what I felt was a ton of weight (35 pds.) and what I wanted was the body I saw in the fitness Magazines. have been thin (average) most of my life, but as I got older, I became less active I began to put on the pounds and muscles gave way to fat pockets. I turned to bodybuilding and got in the best shape of my life when I was in my late 30's. After working hard at it for two years, slowly I began to let it fall to the waste side. Little did I know, I had been suffering from hypothyroidism and found it hard to get myself up and get moving, let alone go to the gym. Added to this hypothyroidism, I quit smoking about a year ago and filled my smoking craves with food. I am now getting my TSH levels under control and tossed the ciggerette cravings to the wind. I am determined to regain my figure, stamina and love for body building once again.

I enjoy how powerful it makes me feel, both physically and metally. It not only makes me look great physically, but I feel great mentally. I am filled with a positive mood and energy all day everyday. Plus I enjoy working towards building the musle and creating muscle definition, it's a challange and takes hard work and when I see the suttle changes I feel proud of my accomplishment and appreciate my hard work even more.