FMM: You grew up in Akron OH, what was
life like at home as a child? What were your
interest/sports?
AK: I grew up in a lower middle class family in the
suburbs of Akron. I have lived in Akron my entire
life...even through college. Right now, Akron is just
my storage unit! I am constantly on the go and I
only spend a few days at a time in Akron before I
have to leave again for an appearance.
As a child, I participated in gymnastics. I
discontinued my involvement in gymnastics during
my sophomore year of high school. But track
however, is something that I participated in from
middle school through college. I ran the 400m
hurdles on a scholarship at the University of Akron.
FMM: Are you excited to have LeBron James
back in Cleveland and a real chance at an NBA
Championship?
AK: Oh LBJ!! I think it’s great that another
successful athlete is representing Akron. So of
course I have to support the home team. YES,
there is a chance.
FMM: What led you to fitness?
AK: I have always been into sports. This athletic
background gave me a great foundation to start my
career. Sports have taught me how to train hard
and eat properly.
FMM: What were some of the early jobs you
had to make ends meet before making fitness
modeling your full time job?
AK: I was a bartender for a few years during and
after college. I also worked promotional events.
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