Filed on 11/6/01 - Updated 10/1/02

Career Highlights

Why did you become interested in fitness?
Although I knew I would have to wait until my track career was complete, I always knew that I would eventually dedicate myself to being a fitness competitor. I saw the fitness world priding itself on beauty and athleticism, something I always strived for as a competitive track and field athlete. I love that women can be athletic and strong as well as beautiful and talented. I am accustomed to training hard for a specific goal in mind and, although the goal has changed from crossing the finish line first to having shapely delts and a big smile, competing is in my nature and I am excited to make this transition.

When did you first start working out?
My first track competition was in fourth grade, but I didn’t begin working out seriously until I was a freshman in high school. I was on the volleyball team, my dad was the coach and he required the entire team to be in his weight-training class.

What other physical activities do you enjoy to stay fit?
I enjoy water skiing in the summer and snow skiing in the winter. Reno is the perfect place!

What are your goals within the fitness industry?
To maximize my potential as a fitness competitor/athlete! My first goal is to do well in the Women's Tri-Fitness competition this upcoming season and take it from there. Right now, there are so many opportunities for women in fitness and I want to take advantage of as many as I can. Of course, I would love to do some modeling and maybe even a cover someday! Mostly, I just want to have fun and enjoy life to the fullest!

 Additional Notes
"The moment of victory is much too short to live for that and nothing else." - Martina Navratilova