I consider myself one of the lucky ones becauseI have found my calling at a young age after many years of turmoil.  I have found my peace in triathlon and ultra running.  After losing my father at a young age, I struggled to find my niche and myself in life.  Now I feel as though everything had fallen into place.  I have been competing in marathons, triathlons, and ultra marathons for about 2 years and I enjoy every minute of it.

It all began as a gentle tugging on my sleeve when I lived in Hawaii and I began running 5k's.  As the time passed the pull to run and compete at a greater level became so strong I could not resist it; I ran my first marathon.  After that I was hooked and began looking for another challenge.  I quenched that thirst for the ultimate competition by becoming involved in full distance triathlons and ultra marathons.

I consider myself to be an ordinary guy that pushes himself to accomplish extraordinary things.  When I am not competing in races I divert my passion to inspire today's youth as an 8th grade health teacher in Las Vegas.  I tell the kids everyday that I practice what I teach; health is an important part of my life.  I also started a running team for the students and we compete in local races through out the year.  I believe that with this experience the students will gain self discpline and stay fit.  I must say that most of the time the kids inspire me more than anything else.  I love to run, and less than 100% is not an option.