How it all began...

I have always strived to push myself beyond my limits. I will never forget the times, as a mere 12-year-old growing up in Dallas, Texas, when I’d ask my mom to meet me at school, while I challenged myself to run the mile-long distance as she drove!

This unwavering determination has been the driving force behind my journey.

Fast forward to my time in the Army, where I stood out as an anomaly - someone who actually enjoyed the tough morning physical training (PT) sessions, even with the drill sergeants' booming voices.

During this time, I met an amazing woman at the gym who was in phenomenal shape. Her strength and beauty lit a fire within me, compelling me to achieve what she had. She graciously took me under her wing, sharing invaluable tips on proper nutrition and its profound impact on the body. 

Noticing my enthusiasm, my former Army sergeant generously offered to guide me through workout routines, carefully focusing on each muscle group. Feeling incredibly empowered with this knowledge, I embarked on a fitness journey that has persisted to this day — with just as much fire and passion as when it first began.

Naturally drawn to the discipline and rigor of the bodybuilding realm, I participated in numerous bodybuilding and figure competitions, winning every single one. 

But, after a decade of immersing myself in this intense lifestyle, I began noticing the toll it took on my body. I had to make the difficult decision to step away from competitions, dedicating time and effort to understanding my body's truest needs and finally establishing something more sustainable.

That decision changed my life forever. It created in me an intense desire to share my experiences, inspire others, and provide the guidance and support that I once received from that woman at the gym and my former Army sergeant.

I would soon go on to serve as a diet technician, providing dietary guidance to patients in a medical setting.

The birth of my son and daughter whom are 11 months apart, motivated me to explore simpler approaches to fitness that didn’t involve going to the gym with 2 babies, ultimately giving rise to my YouTube channel, Puzzle Fit. 

Over the past decade, Puzzle Fit has evolved into a trusted platform, offering a variety of fitness disciplines, including the recent addition of Ashtanga yoga.

On my morning runs through our charming Madison, Alabama neighborhood, fond memories of those childhood races to and from school resurface, serving as a reminder of the unbreakable spirit that has brought me here. I am truly grateful.

Today, I extend my hand to you, eager to guide you on your own unique journey towards becoming the strongest and most radiant version of yourself. 

Together, we will victoriously cross that finish line.