I believe Arnold was the first bodybuilder besides my father that I had ever seen; whom I idolized as a youngster after watching Terminator and Conan. I'm sure many bodybuilders share my awe with Arnold; no surprise there.

My father is actually the one who sparked my true love for the iron and what it can do for my body and athleticism. He has and always will be my inspiration to succeed.

Once my career in shot-put and discus seemed to end abruptly from transferring schools, I put my athletic focus' on power-lifting and bodybuilding.

I truly love the sport of bodybuilding as it is the embodiment of hard work and dedication.