I started lifting weights when I was 32 years old because I was tired of being called "the skinny blonde� and resented often being referred to as frail. As it was, I had a poor self-image growing up and went through a few episodes of anorexia in my late teen and adult years. My way of handling stress was to quit eating. It was my way of feeling I had some control of my life.

I’ve had several minor health issues over the years such as hypothyroidism, high cholesterol, depression and anxiety. I won’t give into them. Exercise is the best way for me to combat them.

I enjoy motivating and inspiring others to live healthy. Obstacles can be overcome!