Colette is originally from Pennsylvania, but has lived in Florida for the past 20 years. She has been involved in athletics since high school, as a competitive runner of cross-country, and track and field. Today, you can find her running a 5k or 10k race on any given weekend.

Colette has always loved the challenges that come with competing. She is a very disciplined and focused individual, both mentally and physically. When it comes to preparing for something in life, she does whatever it takes to be her best. Colette credits God for giving her the strength and guidance to excel, and for blessing her with a healthy life. She says, "By trusting God, and with a lot of hard work, you can accomplish your dreams, as long as you have one".

Colette owns "Fit For You", a personal training business in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. She loves training individuals to live active lifestyles, and helping them understand the importance that goes beyond the physical appearance.

Colette's journey in the sport of women's obstacle course racing began in 2001. During that year, she participated in both the Galaxy and Women's Tri Fitness (WTF). To prepare for these events, she traveled every weekend to Orlando, Florida, three hours each way, to practice. It is there that she met Beth Patterson, Tonia D'Anna, and Kristia Knowles, who asked her to participate with them as a team at the WTF World Challenge in Las Vegas in 2001. At this competition, they won fist place in team relay, and Colette finished fifth place overall in obstacle. These women continue to be a great support for Colette, in addition to being a great inspiration in her life.
Colette says women's obstacle racing has taught her a lot about inner strength, and is very proud to be a part of the sport. As a competitor, she has met some of the greatest people and most dedicated athletes.
Colette is respected as a very energetic and motivated individual. She thanks Al Rosen of WTF for all of his positive support and patience. She is also very proud to be a new member of the ATX Team, coached by Dr. John Atherton.

Accomplishments:

The Nova Galaxy, 2001 Master's Division. 1st place in Physique, and 3rd place overall in Obstacle and Physique (Her first race).

WTF World Challenge, 2001. 1st place in Team Relay, and 5th place overall in Obstacle

WTF Eastern Championship, 2001. 1st place in Team Relay, and 3rd place overall in Obstacle

WTF Eastern Championship, 2002. Obstacle Champion - 1st place overall, and 2nd place in Dual Fitness Optional.

WTF Southeastern Championship, 2002. 1st place in Physique, 1st place in Dual Fitness Championship, 1st place in Dual Optional Championship, and 1st place in Fitness skills.

The Florida NPC Gold Cup Classic Women's Figure Championship, 2002. 1st place overall, 1st place in Over 30, and 1st place in Open Tall Class.