My uncle was into karate and was really fit when I was a teenager. Arnold, Franco and those guys were inspirational, too. I never wanted a bodybuilder physique , per se, but have always loved how you can sculpt your body with weight training.

Although fitness took a backseat to raising a family for many years, I've always loved the feeling I get from working out and being healthy. Now the kids are grown, so my beautiful wife of 28 years and I have committed to getting back in shape. The progress my sweetheart has made has given me the kick in the butt I needed to get fit again.