I have been training for about 14 years, but only competing for 4 years. I competed in three state- level shows, and then tried my luck at the Nationals. I placed 5th at my first Nationals in '04. I am currently training for the '05 Nationals. I have been very lucky to have the people in my corner that have made this possible. I love the sport of bodybuilding and believe the future of the sport is in the hands of the competitors.