“One evening six months ago I made a decision that would ultimately reshape my life, my mind, and my body for the better. With my trainer Samantha Yonev at LivFIT, I embarked on a journey with one goal in mind – compete in the IDFA Calgary Classic on June 22nd. From January 15th to one day before the competition, I dedicated myself to a 5 day/week workout plan, clean eating, and a promise to stick to the goal no matter what!!! I would be lying if I said it was easy – and if it wasn’t for the support of those around me – especially my husband, two children, and trainer – I could not have done it. Throughout the months however, the results spoke for themselves, and I was hooked. My photo session with Perry Thompson celebrated my journey. He helped me to embrace my new self, and really be proud of what I had accomplished. A little nervous at the beginning, he brought out my confidence, and created images that I can only describe as absolutely stunning!! Whether he knows it or not too, the whole experience got me ready for the competition, and gave me that extra boost of courage I needed for the show! This was so much more than a photo shoot. It was here where I truly visualized the change I had made in my life, and I can only thank Perry for helping to capture that! I stepped on stage June 22nd my two children in audience, and proud husband cheering me on. It was a feeling of absolute gratification! I didn’t need to win that day – to my family and myself I was already a hero. I set a goal, and I stuck to it. I placed third, so proud of myself, and excited to do it again. This is not a just a physical feet – this is a battle of the mind – the hardest part is believing in yourself, and knowing that anything is possible! ”
- before shot in january 2013
