Hi, I'm Erica, California born and raised but currently living in La Paz, Mexico with my teen daughter. I'm 57 years old and generally happy with my physique although I'm game for improving it, seeing where I can take it, kind of like an art project. Weight lifting is my mental health therapy. Nothing beats picking up and putting down heavy things to crush mental pain and make you feel alive. I know building muscle takes time and patience. I'm in this for the long game and want to be training throughout my 60s, 70s, and 80s. So I'm here to learn to train smart, recover well (my current Achilles heel), and fuel my body appropriately as aging is not for the weak. Fun Fact: I'm a complete introvert hiding in the guise of an extrovert. Nothing makes me happier than being home alone with my rescues (5 dogs, 4 cats, 4 parrots) and my kid. And I wish the world was more quiet.