I first realized I was passionate about health when I was 14 years old and decided I was going to get in shape by distance running. I come from a family that struggles with obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, and cancer. I wanted to change my destiny and live a happier life without the limitations I’ve seen my family struggle with for so long.

When I was 17,  I joined the military to pay for college. I began lifting weights while in military training and understanding foundational movements. After earning a bachelor’s in business administration, I left for a deployment. Once I returned, I knew I wanted to make my life’s work improving the quality and health in people’s lives and doing something I truly care about.