I recently lost my father at the end of 2012. I had to find a way to channel my moods and working out completely changed my life. Everytime i was upset or angry i would go to the gym and it helped channel my emotions into a positive place to eventually helped me get through each day. Then, I signed up for the Tough Mudder which gave me more motivation to get strong. Now i'm addicted to my goal of looking and feeling the best i can be.

Because I realized how life is so short. And how so many people do not have the opportunity to run again or to lift weights. Some people get in tragic accidents, injuries, illnesses that set them back from being able to do the things "normal" people can. Sometimes when I'm not as motivated to do something I think to myself, why not? I am fully capable. I have two working legs and two arms that are just fine. And that motivation enough for me. I do it for people who can't.