xerxes-50378410
xerxes-50378410 @xerxes-50378410

I've always been the type of guy who's drawn to fitness and nutrition. I come from a pretty sporty family - my dad was a former college wrestler, and my mom was an Olympic-level track athlete. So yeah, competition is definitely in my blood.

Growing up, I was always the kid who was trying out for every sports team, whether it was football, basketball or wrestling. And let me tell you, I wasn't always the most coordinated guy - I mean, I had my share of wipeouts on the track and dropped passes on the gridiron. But I never gave up. I kept pushing myself until I finally got to where I wanted to be.

Nowadays, when I'm not working out or cooking up a storm in the kitchen, you can find me outdoors, whether that's hiking, fishing or just enjoying nature with my closest friends and family. I love taking breaks from the city life and getting back to basics - there's something so rejuvenating about being surrounded by trees, rivers and wildlife.

I'm thirty years old now and still going strong - physically and mentally. Sure, there are days when I don't feel like lifting weights or pounding the pavement, but my passion for fitness keeps me motivated. I've been fortunate enough to share this journey with some amazing people along the way - friends who have supported me through thick and thin, coaches who've pushed me to be my best self, and even a few ladies who've caught my eye (wink