What would you recommend to others who want to be fit and healthy?

Be patient with yourself. Don’t give up. Stay consistent and the results will show. Believe in yourself. Diet is key. Once you start to see results it will be such a phenomenal feeling.

How does fitness positively influence your life?

It keep me in line with my body. I have celiac disease and this lifestyle makes it easy for me to not eat or do what is bad for me. I’m more focused and driven in all aspects of life. I’m allowed to inspire people which is the best influence it gives me to give to others.

If you were the next Ms Health and Fitness, what would you do with $20,000?

I would return to school and finish my teaching credential!