Tell us about how you started Ruck and Sandbag training or events (if applicable).

Prior to rucking/sandbag; CrossFit was my primary training program.  I am fairly new to rucking world and events. The year 2022, Allison introduced me to GORUCK and its workouts.  I went on an adventure with Allison; briefly stopped at Idaho.  Allison suggested a 10-mile ruck with coupon carry. I thought it was a great idea and didn’t think it through. I had no knowledge on rucking or coupon carries. I received a crash course on the 10 miler. Midway through the ruck; Allison told me to stop being a little bitch(joke) and had no choice except turn back to finish. I kept moving and accepted the pain until we finished the 10 miles. Toughest thing I experienced but I appreciated the challenge.  From that point forward I started to incorporate more rucking/sandbags with my workouts. Slowly, I started doing GORUCK events and training.  I failed at an event and did not finish. Failure is one those things that can bring you down or give you the motivation to try again. From that point on I was on a mission to redeem myself and attempt the event again. I switched my training program (per Allison’s recommendation) and joined The Bakery. Best investment ever!

Most Memorable Event or Fitness achievement?

Most memorable events are completing BRAGG and SISU Iron challenge. By far the hardest endurance events I have completed.

What are you training for?

Currently I am training for 911 HTB and Recon HTB.

Tell us about why you train with The Bakery?

First all of I think the Bakery is amazing! Like minded bad ass humans that train hard and love to do hard shit; my kind of people. If you want to be the best you need to train with the best.  I love what the Bakery represents and the amazing community it brings. Joe Baker’s training program produces results in strength, endurance, and mental grind. It has a little bit of everything and prepares you for the unexpected. 

What drives you in your fitness journey?

I saw the struggles my dad faced when he was ill and eventually passed away. I realized I needed to make changes to improve my health and live life to the fullest. 

If you could set one fitness-related world record, what would it be?

Nothing comes to mind.

If you could train with any athlete (past or present), who would it be and why?

I don’t have a specific athlete in mind. I have been fortunate to train with strong; badass people that inspire me to be a better person.

What’s the best piece of fitness advice you’ve ever received?

What’s the best piece of fitness advice you’ve ever received? The best investment is in your health, mind, body and soul.  The second best piece of advice I received from my friend is stop being a little bitch:)