Jessica developed a passion for powerlifting and started competing when she was only 8 years old. She traveled all over the country for competitions, and she can proudly say she’s been to more than half of the United States. Her love for traveling started early, as her mom’s family lived in Arizona, and she has fond memories of spending time with her grandparents there. Her dad’s parents lived in Cupertino, CA, where her parents grew up, and they visited frequently.