I grew up in a small town located just
north of Boston. Growing up, I always managed to stay active by taking dance lessons, playing on my high
school field hockey team and just going to the gym regularly after school. I graduated high school in the spring of
1998 and I attended Quinnipiac University located in Hamden, CT that fall. During my four years at Quinnipiac University,
I joined the sorority Phi Sigma Sigma and became President of the Panhellenic Council. I became more independent, strong
willed and goal oriented. I graduated in May 2002 with a Bachelors Degree in Legal Studies and a minor in Sociology. Directly
after college, I began working for a large real estate law firm located just outside of Boston and then moved on to work for
a small community bank for five years. I am now finally pursuing my dreams of working in the health and fitness industry and
passing on my passion for fitness to others.
I have always tried to stay fit
and healthy by working out and watching what I eat. After reading an article in a magazine about competing in figure and fitness
competitions, I got an itch to learn more about the sport. I wanted to know how these beautiful women kept in phenomenal shape
and what it took for them to prepare for their competitions – could I look like them and did I have what it takes to
compete? I got in contact with Cathy Savage, a well renowned figure and fitness competitor coach. With her team’s help
and guidance, my desire was ignited and I plunged into my first year of competing in 2006 and placed in the top ten in all
three of my competitions. 2007 was an exciting year and I surprisingly found myself traveling outside of New England for all
three of my shows – all national level shows too! 2008 was filled with some unexpected lifestyle changes, which
unfortunately held me back from the stage and competing. However during this time, I was able to enjoy my time off and
to have fun with my training as well as spend good quality time with family and friends.
2009 has by far been my most challenging yet successful year both personally and
on stage. I decided to kick up my training and started competing in Fitness as well as Bikini (as my previous years were spent
competing in bikini and figure). Although challenging and sometimes frustrating, the joys and thrills of performing a fitness
routine on stage is what really drives me. I love the rush and being able to showcase both myself and my personality on stage.
The biggest surprise for me came
at the 2009 NPC Team Universe show in New York. I placed 2nd in the Bikini Short Class and therefore earned my
IFBB Pro Card! I went into this show with no expectations – to just have fun, as I always do with my Savage Teammates.
Needless to say, I was shocked with the results and thrilled. I’m still not sure what my next move will be, but you
can be sure to catch me on the pro stage in 2010!
Leading a healthy lifestyle and
competing have become a passion of mine. I thoroughly enjoy every moment of my training and preparation - from the intense
cardio and strength training sessions to endless cooking sessions to the wonderful women whom I have had the pleasure of meeting and becoming friends with along
the way. I only hope to motivate and inspire others to reach their own health and fitness goals. Message me for details
on how to get you started in your own personal fitness journey!
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