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Ms. Fitness USA 2007, Ms. Fitness World 2007

To me, living a fit and healthy lifestyle is simply a bonus to enjoying life to the fullest; because even more than how a fit and healthy lifestyle makes you look and feel, it’s what it allows you to do that truly matters.

For example, last October I moved to the beautiful state of Colorado, and being fit has allowed me to enjoy all of Colorado’s natural surroundings, which go far beyond just the views. With wonderful endurance, stamina and strength, I have been able to experience all of Colorado’s countless adventures. I have hiked for miles up gorgeous trails, snowboarded for hours on end, and mountain biked some pretty steep terrain—all things I wouldn’t be able to do comfortably, if I was out of shape.

So, not only does a fit and healthy lifestyle benefit the way you look and feel, but it also benefits the way you are able to live every day of your life. Because take it from me…the views look even better when you’re strapped to a snowboard at 12,000 feet.