Filed on 2/12/05

Career Highlights

Why did you become interested in fitness?
After watching the Fitness Canada Pageant on television, I decided to volunteer at a National show to learn exactly what might be involved. Being “backstage” gave me the opportunity to meet competitors, trainers and to ask them my one million questions. One year later I made my fitness debut!

Now, competing in fitness gives me the opportunity to continue to grow physically, mentally and spiritually. My focus with every competition is to improve. Whether I’m able to learn a new strength move, lift an extra 10 pounds or simply “feel” better on stage…I have accomplished my goal.

When did you first start working out?
Although I have always been involved in athletics, I first began weight training in the fall of 2002 to prepare for my very first fitness competition.

What other physical activities do you enjoy to stay fit?
Anything that involves music and a challenge gets me moving! I am one of those people that will try any and everything at least once. Be it bungee jumping, white water rafting or competing in Tae Kwon Do.

What are your goals within the fitness industry?
I am very interested in helping other women who are exploring the competitive fitness scene find their niche and ultimately reach their fitness goals. I look forward to sharing every aspect of competition preparation from their very first workout to stepping on stage competition day and everything in between. I would also love to host my very own fitness competition. You never know…keep an eye out!

Additional Notes
It definitely feels good to be a part of an industry that is filled with amazingly talented and inspirational people. I believe that everyone who has followed through on their decision to compete and actually has stepped foot on stage…deserves Kudos! It’s not as easy as it looks!