“Part of me is to set an example and tell them that there are people out there with PKU on stage.” —Aiden Young Every athlete faces challenges on their journey, but few overcome obstacles as formidable as their own genetics.  Aiden Young was born with phenylketonuria (PKU), a rare disorder...

“Becoming a mom is hard, especially when your little ones want you and only you. Don't be hard on yourself. Take your time.” —Margarita Vailas For many busy mothers, the challenge of balancing career, family responsibilities, and personal health goals can seem insurmountable. Between shuttling...

“Enjoy every second of it whether it's the offseason where you're building to get to your first prep to start your cut. Don't feel like it's a chore because it’s a huge commitment. It's time, it's body, it's everything. It's all of you.” —Renee Gareau Undergoing bodybuilding prep requires pushing...