My beginning...

I'm relatively new to the competitive fitness industry.  For years it was a dream of mine to compete solely inspired by bodybuilding friends and fitness model Jamie Eason.  I remember looking through fitness magazines thinking "If only I had the drive and knowledge to achieve those results".  After several years of longing I decided to make my dreams a reality and began training only one short year ago on April 18th.  I began and continue to train at Goodlife Fitness where one of the personal trainers suggested a local competition trainer.  I knew at the time I didn't have the required knowledge to train and diet properly for a competition and needed to seek outside help.  I picked a local trainer and started a new diet and fitness regimen and what a shock to the system that was!  I will admit that the first 4 weeks were the hardest but I was determined and stuck with the plan.  My trainer explained that he wanted me to compete at the upcoming ABBA Alberta Provincials in 9 weeks; I was freaking out due to the short time span.  He assured me that I was a direct reflection of his training and he wouldn't allow me to step on stage if he didn't think I were ready.  I've learned that we're our own worst critic and if my trainer deemed me ready and I felt otherwise I would pull the plug myself and not compete.

As the weeks rolled by I was surprised by my results and how much easier the diet and workout regimen was getting.  Competition day came and there I was in the middle... I was nervous and excited; I was going to compete and I hadn't ever seen a competition!  I took a deep breath and went for it :) I remember the day seeming endless but the overall outcome was a complete humbling shock!  After 9 weeks of training I never expected to make top ten let alone place.  It was such an invigorating feeling and I knew instantly that this sport was for me.  I went on to compete in 4 more competitions totalling 5 competitions in four months; It was hectic and brutal but I loved it!  

In the last year there were ups and downs and major personal health issues to overcome... I fought hard and survived.  A year ago when I began training a veteran bodybuilder told me "after the next twelve weeks of training and competing you will no longer be who you are today, not just physically but mentally and emotionally".  He was very accurate... I've gained more mental and emotional strength while training then physical.  I am disciplined and can overcome any obstacle.  I honestly believe that had I not started this journey a year ago I wouldn't have been able to conquer what I have in the last nine months. 
 I often get asked questions about my fitness journey and was encouraged to start a blog for my friends, fans and support system.  It only took six months but here I am posting my first blog :)  I will be updating my blog often so feel free to follow...

This is me...


This is my journey