My passion for lifting weights began long ago. I started lifting weights at the age of 21. My inspirational athletes were (and still are) Cory Everson and Rachel McLish.

I love bodybuilding/working out because it makes me feel good. The ultimate benefit is that is makes you look good as well. Now since I'm 50, its all about my health! I stopped lifting for a couple of years (ok for about 15 years) and paid the price of living an inactive lifestyle with bad food choices which ultimately led to type 2 diabetes. Now I'm back in the gym to get inspired to work out again on a consistent basis, which means 4 times per week to start. My plan and my ultimate goal is to reach 135 pounds and to get my body fat back to 15-19 %.