In High School I was always the skinny kid who was picked last in gym class. My friend introduced me to lifting in 1991 and I lifted on-and-off for several years after that. I took up lifting seriously in the spring of 1997 and never looked back.

I get a huge "high" from going to the gym and getting pumped up. It's also great to look and feel good about myself. Lifting gives me a great sense of confidence and satisfaction.