I've always had a "thing" for competition. Playing sports growing up allowed for an outlet to that need, and working out was always an integral part of that. I began power lifting under the tutelage of a great football coach in junior high school, and really never quit.

Having a great body has always appealed to my personal vanity. In a world where obesity is "normal", I take pride in being the exception. Whether clothes are on or off...nothing beats the feeling of fit.