My mom's co-worker, Amber held a group fitness class and she offered to train me for a fitness competition because she said that I work hard and would love to assist me. My mom and I discussed the idea of me competing and said maybe, due to my incredibly busy schedule and tight budget. Then, months later, on Christmas Day, my mom handed me a small, wrapped package with a pair of blue panties with stars all over them and I thought "Is she really individually wrapping 10 Victoria's Secret Panties?" Then, I looked up to see my mom smiling and she said "Let me explain," and she told me that Amber would be training me to compete for 16 weeks.

I swear I cried for over 10 minutes, I was so happy.

My dream became a reality and I knew my life was going to change.

Bodybuilding has changed my life. I have become physically stronger and mentally. My confidence has sky-rocketed and my relationships with my friends and family have gotten better. School is easier because I have energy from the healthy meals that I eat to fuel my body and my mind. I have met amazing people in the gym, at fitness shows and online. I have learned to push my body to points that I did not think were possible and beyond. I have learned that there is no limit in life, the only limits that exist are created to be push past and build one's character. I have gained the confidence to go for any dream that I have!

I am ultimately happier because of Bodybuilding.