At 17, I began lifting with my friends who were already into it. I decided to begin lifting because I played soccer and sprinted in track, but at 5'10, and 135lbs I was very skinny and the power to succeed in the sports I played.

I grew to love bodybuilding because of the pump I got when working out. Best feeling ever. Then I started to gain the muscle and not only did my clothes started to fit better, but I also loved how much stronger and more confident I felt.