I have always been active, playing softball and tennis in grade school.  But my "real" fitness journey started my freshman year while I was at Stephen F. Austin State University.  After gaining the typical “freshman 15”, I got a summer job at Gold’s Gym and began working out and making healthier food choices.  I immediately saw the results and was hooked!  My next year at school I declared my major in Kinesiology and was well on my way to receiving a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology as well as a double minor in Nutrition and Health Science.  Also while in school, I got my Group Exercise Leadership certification and Physical Fitness Specialist certification from The Cooper Institute in Dallas, TX so I could start teaching aerobics and personal training part-time.    

After graduating, I was accepted into the Internship Program at the The Cooper Aerobics Center in Dallas where I received two additional certifications, Master Fitness Specialist and Biomechanics of Strength Training.   

I have always been an advocate for health and fitness, but up until my dad’s diagnosis of heart disease and my cousin’s diagnosis for colon cancer, I have made it my mission to educate everyone I know about the importance of proper exercise, diet and regular doctor check-ups. 

For years, I have had an interest in fitness competitions, but never thought I could do it and didn't know how to get started in the industry.  That was until I met IFBB Fitness Pro, Susan Groshek in 2008.  She gave me support and helped me transform my physique with the proper nutrition and training.  Now, with 5 competitions under my belt, I'm a national level figure competitor!   

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Hometown:  Mansfield, TX

Current Home:  Richardson, TX
Gym:  Jerome's Gym and 24 Hour Fitness