Filed on 8/20/06

Career Highlights
•Coupe Progym 2005 – Tall Class Winner, Best routine

Why did you become interested in fitness?
I wanted to feel good physically and mentally by taking care of myself with proper nutrition and exercise. I found out about fitness competitions through Oxygen magazines. Having a competitive edge, this was the perfect combo for me!

When did you first start working out?
I was introduced to weight training by my husband several years ago. I trained on and off for the last few years until finally in 2005, I seriously started working out for my first competition.

What other physical activities do you enjoy to stay fit?
Swimming, hiking, running.

What are your goals within the fitness industry?
This is just the start of my fitness career. I hope to be able to compete and promote fitness to others for several years.

Additional Notes
2005 was a breakthrough year for me! I managed to whip my body into the best shape of my life after undergoing knee surgery just 6 months earlier!