My story begins as an overweight and depressed teenager.  I was about to graduate high school giving me an opportunity to start fresh.  My older brother challenged me to run the Columbus Half Marathon.  Eagerly accepting the challenge I immediately began training.  I scoured the internet looking for some guidance.  After 9 tough weeks of training, I ran that half marathon and I was hooked, finishing in 1 hour and 35 minutes.  Over the past ten years, I dove into the leading research, best selling books, searched out the industry leading mentors, and developed my physiological and psychological expertise.  I've earned multiple certifications and earned a masters in Sport Psychology.

Since that first half marathon I have been on the top of podiums, overcome serious injuries, and fought through deployments with the US Army.  I have learned what it takes to balance life and sports.  I have learned what it takes to overcome a diagnosis of never being able to compete in sports again.  I have learned what it takes to reach your goals.  I know what sacrifices have to be made and what doesn't need to be sacrificed.

What drives me today is one thing: Legacy.  To me, legacy is the measurement of impact you made on other humans during your life.  It is a culmination of your service to others.  I want my legacy to be made through helping people reach new heights through sports.