“The journey through adversity is inevitable if you’re striving for improvement. If things are progressing smoothly, where’s the need for self examination and growth? Why would we stop and evaluate if we were successful, always reaching the outcomes we have set our sights on?” -Tony Dungy

My life as an athlete is all about adversity and perseverance, and whether it was with 2 brothers (Ty and Titan) or with my wonderful mother and father (Terry & Ella, married over 30 yrs), it did not take me very long to decide on what I wanted to do with my life.

My problem was not deciding what I wanted to do but it was figuring out the necessary steps it would take to make that dream a reality. In 2007, I had somewhat of a plan, but it was not clear until I decided to give my life to Christ,  who strengthens me, tests me, scares me, pushes me and rewards me (just to list a few things). My calling for football and sports training has created my respect for His (God) power of change, which I’ve experienced countless times in my 5 year career as a professional athlete.

Im a big believer in the sayin, “it is better to be a sponge in life, than a rock”, and from a very young age, I was taught to absorb information, whether it be by lesson, plan, or example. It helped me make it to this point in my life.

I was a young boy always caught in the “little brother mode”, trying to imitate all they did unless it resulted in disciplinary action. What I did not know at the time is that the life lessons I learned as a youth would be my weapon against adversities that created a game plan of prosperity and perseverance…

There’s also an expression that states, “one man’s trash is another man’s treasure” and I believe that I’m the living testament to that quote. I’ve traveled from city to city and team to team, and I’m very grateful for every opportunity presented to me.

In 2007, I was headed to a place where I had never been.  I was recovering from injury and confused with what had transpired over the past weeks of my release from the NFL. Although I was nervous, I could feel it was the right thing to do. I took the chance to seize the moment and do what i wanted to do most – PLAY football. I have always dreamed about the goal of winning a Super Bowl, but never in my wildest dreams did I think I would become a CFL all-star or deal with anything related to Canadian football.

I’ve studied some of today’s great athletes as well as coaches up close and personal and spoke with some of the most intricate minds in the NFL.  I have also seen what it takes to push myself to that level.

A very important lesson I’ve learned is that everyone must take their own path. I’ve also learned that knowledge is power! I want to pass on what I’ve learned and my testimony onto future athletes so they understand what it takes to win, not only on the field, but in life as well.

In 2007, I became a licensed personal trainer. I plan to continue my education in the fields of kineseology, nutrition, sport’s fitness, and strength & conditioning.

In 2008, I began to develop what I believe is the Ultimate Training Guide for the offseason athlete anywhere (there will be news of this posted soon in the next up coming months). To be successful it’s important to know that “proper preparation provides premium performance”, which is the essence of performance FIVE (P5 training).

Its no coincidence the best athletes have the most interesting and challenging workouts, so I’m here to show whomever wants to learn what it takes to be a ELITE athlete!