Samantha Johnson is a 28 year old powerlifter who started her fitness journey at her home with booty bands and online workouts n 2017. Her goals were to grow a butt and "get toned." She laughs about this now but this is exactly how a lot of people start! Unknowing what actually grows a butt and, that getting toned isn't a real thing. 

After isolation, and the gyms finally opened, she took a risk and tried something new, weights. Shortly into this new journey, her sister inspired her to look into barbell training and powerlifting with a trainer instead of generic online programs. 2 months later in early 2021, powerlifting became her life.   

Present day, she lives with her boyfriend, Mike Risti who also powerlifts, and their GSD-mix puppy, Maya. She has 5 powerlifting meets under her belt with more to come. Follow her here.