About Candice

I was born in Dallas, TX. I lived there until the age of eight, and grew up in Phoenix, AZ till the age of 23. Since 2005 I have lived in Orlando, FL. Growing up I  wasn't into sports much. My senior year of high school is when I became interested in lifting after taking a weight training elective class. It wasn't until 2005 when I became very interested in nutrition and fitness. I then began weight training consistently and paying attention to what I ate. 2008 is when I began training more intensely. I decided to try a figure competition November 8, 2008. I didn't have any expectations, I was doing it for the experience and to have fun. I ended up taking first in my class, as well as the overall. This was a level 5 show, which was a national qualifier.After winning my first show, I felt a great deal of accomplishment. I never used to set goals, so this show was my first real goal. Knowing I achieved it was a wonderful feeling. That day changed me and my whole outlook on life, and my personal self growth. Nationals was 2 weeks later, so I told my trainer Jamie Ibone I wanted to do it. Again, I  had no intention of going there and winning; I just wanted to have fun and to learn as much as I could. That night I earned my pro status. I couldn't believe it!! I discovered my passion. I was hooked with competing, and I was hooked on setting goals.

The same time I chose to do my first show prep is when I went back to school full time after 4 years of taking off. Since then, I have continued to take full time classes while at the same time competing. I feel this gives me structure and balance. I go to school full time working on 2 Bachelor Degrees. I am currently in the last 2 years of my Business/Marketing degree. I then will finish the last 2 years of my Nutrition degree. Depending on where I am in my life at that time, I want to continue on to receiving my Masters in Sports Nutrition.

I also own my own business. I created a product a year and a half ago, called ProCakez. ProCakez is a low-glycemic, protein meal replacement. They are absolutely delicious!:-) I will be slowly emerging it into the market, so be sure to look for them! I usually bring some with me when I travel to shows, so if you see me at a show be sure to ask me about them!:)

I absolutely love the fitness industry and love meeting new people. I am so grateful to be a part of it, and having the opportunity to influence other aspiring individuals who wish to achieve their personal goals. I hope to have a long successful career in the fitness industry and to reach as many of my personal goals i wish to achieve. I feel anything is possible if you have a vision for what you want and if believe in yourself. I would like to thank you all for your support! :-)

XOXO,
Candice Keene