Filed on 9/17/04

Career Highlights

Why did you become interested in fitness?
Maintaining a certain degree of fitness has always been a necessity to living and feeling great. I’ve always loved being strong and athletic and have appreciated what my body has allowed me to do. I was first introduced to the competitive arena of fitness by watching the Fitness America ESPN series on tv. I found that I had discovered a new outlet outside of the usual mainstream sports. Plus I was thrilled to be able to combine what I had loved and enjoyed doing in high school… dancing, tumbling, and showin off some good ol’ strength. Having a older sister (Tanji Johnson) who came before me and also opted to chose this route has become quite successful in this industry. In return her success and similar background has motivated and encouraged me to keep takin it to another level! Staying fit and being in shape didn’t have to end because high school came to a close.

When did you first start working out?
In high school, I had cheered and ran track... messed with weights here and there but didn't seriously start weight training till the age of 17. It was right after I had competed in my first NPC show…I looked around and said “Wow, I guess fitness is more than just the routine”…haha! With the help of my very first trainer Ron Emmons, within a few months period…I witnessed my body change rapidly into a beautiful, athletic, and sculpted body. I have thrilled and humbled to have had the pleasure of working with people who took the time to believe in me and work with me.

What other physical activities do you enjoy to stay fit?
I looooooooove to dance. I can dance to almost anything. As long as the beat keeps goin…I keep movin! It serves as great cardio on the weekends believe it or not. Its fun, you’re sweating, and you don’t even realize that you’re getting a good workout!

What are your goals within the fitness industry?
I would love to one day turn pro in the near future. I feel that it would be a huge accomplishment, honor, and a privilege to be among the best in a very competitive field. As a competitor, I want to bring all my creative talents to the stage while staying true to who I am. I do not necessarily wish to conform to what is “mainstream,” but instead present the best possible “me” on stage!

Whether pro or amateur, I believe that I can represent this industry well and serve as an ambassador to the sport while promoting fitness of all ages. Luckily for me, I know that I will only get better with age, which is why I stress to my peers the importance of staying fit in order to preserve one’s youth.

Additional Notes
I would just like to thank my family and friends who have supported me along the way. As we all know, this is a very demanding sport and I greatly appreciate the people who have taken the time to understand me. I am very humbled and blessed to have had the pleasure of working with my trainers and mentors. Thank you all and God Bless.