How did your fitness
journey begin?
I started lifting during my junior year of high school while I ran cross country and track and field. I wanted to improve my performance, so my track coach introduced me to the weight room. I grew to love the gym and made significant improvements on the track and in life. I put on size quickly and saw rapid changes in my body.
I used to hear stories about lifting stunting growth, so I was hesitant to start. I would watch others at first, but I eventually built up courage and entered the gym arena. After attaining enough training knowledge, I started working out and my perception changed. I enjoyed the challenge just as much as the changes to my physique. I saw it as a battle against myself to push my body to its limits.
I currently weigh 200 pounds, am a signed fitness model, and a NPC physique competitor."
A year later, I was 5-foot-10 and 165 pounds as a high school senior. Then I fractured my wrist in a freak accident and had a screw inserted into my scaphoid. I was devastated and couldn't work out for 16 weeks, so I focused on running and became the Staten Island 55-meter hurdle champion.
Following my injury, I bounced back stronger than ever and built a plan that worked for my body. I currently weigh 200 pounds, am a signed fitness model, and a NPC physique competitor. Years ago, I never would've seen myself accomplish what I have, but these new experiences have kept my life interesting.
How did your passion for fitness emerge?
My passion for fitness emerged during my junior year of high school when I ran cross country and track and played baseball, basketball, and football. Participating in athletics taught me about weight training to enhance my performance.
What or who
motivated you?
The biggest motivator was myself. As I saw results, success made me want to work harder to be the best.
Where did you go for inspiration?
I look to myself for inspiration. I wake up every day to become better than I was the day before. I always stay hungry and visualize becoming successful.
What are your future
fitness plans?
I plan to obtain my personal trainer license this year so I can train others and share my knowledge to transform lives. On a larger scale, I plan to become a nationally-recognized fitness model and physique competitor.
What is the most important fitness tip?
Don't get caught up on rep ranges and weight. Go until failure on every set. Find what works for you and always be open to new ideas. Everybody has a take on what it means to be successful in bodybuilding. Use new ideas to create a unique program. Find out what works for you and you'll be on the path to success.
Who is your favorite competitor?
Rob Riches is my favorite competitor.
How did Bodybuilding.com help you reach your goals?
I order every supplement from Bodybuilding.com and read the articles to gain knowledge about fitness.
Competition History
- 2014 NPC NY Metropolitan - 1st Place Teen Physique