Where were you born and raised?

I was born in Garden Grove, California in 1974. My family moved to Riverside, California when I was a year old. I spent my childhood in Riverside, California and decided to move out on my own at 22 years old. For the past 3 years I have resided in Yorba Linda, California with my husband and my two toy poodles. My immediate family still remains close by in Riverside, California.

How big is your family?

I have three sisters and one brother. My older sister Bonnie is ten years older than me, and is a registered nurse that works in ICU and does transports. She is the mother of two, Brooke and Brandy. Brenda is my younger sister by ten months. She is married to Wayne Cook and have three daughters Devin, Darren and the newest edition to the family is Tori. Stephanie is the youngest at 15 years old and just recently won the teen-age division at the 2001 Women's World Tri-Fitness Championships in Las Vegas, Nevada. My only brother is David Hill who is eleven years older than me.. My parents are James and Marcia Hill recently had their 39-year wedding anniversary. I inherited my dads athletic genes and competitive drive, my dad is a big kid at heart.

How long have you been married?

We got married on November7, 1998. My wonderful husband is Steve Teran. Steve is 32 years old and was born in Glendale, California. His family is originally from Peru. Steve has a twin sister Giannina and a younger sister Sueann and a brother name Drake. His mother and father are Blanca and Oscar. My husband is my best friend, my soul mate, and my workout partner, and my biggest support. I thank God everyday for having him in my life. He brought me back to the Lord and has improved my life ever since. Our marriage is built on a strong foundation. Having the Lord at the center of our lives changes everything. I feel very blessed to have such a wonderful marriage and very blessed that we are living our marriage the way God wants it to be. We have two toy poodles Daisy Duke and Quick Silver and two cats Prissy and Storm. Look for Quick Silver, he may be on the dog agility circuit soon.

What is your current job?

My husband and I run a personal training business called Fitness Success. We specialize in seniors, Kids, Athletes and people wanting to improve their health and overall weight loss. We also specialize in Fitness Competitors; we train women on obstacle course skills, agility, strength, and work on their poise, and onstage presentation for the swimsuit round. I am also a licensed esthetician/make-up artist. I also help prepare their hair and make-up for overall appearance.

Favorite (Cheat foods)

My favorite food is Mexican. I could eat chips and salsa all day long. My next choice is Peruvian food, I love all the garlic and the different types of dishes. Sometimes I really want to be bad, I would prefer In and Out burgers with grilled onions they are the bomb!

What are your hobbies?

I love all sports. As early as I can remember I've always been a tomboy playing anything and everything. I really enjoy water-skiing, ice-skating, jet skiing, rollerblading, running, white water rafting, volleyball, basketball and I am always looking for a new challenge.

How did you get started competiting in Fitness?

It all began when I got a job teaching aerobics right out of high school. One day while on the Stairmaster I saw a Fitness America pageant on television and I said to myself " I want to do that." I was determined to enter a show. I was enrolled at Riverside College in a weight lifting class and six months later I entered the Ms. Fitness Corona show.

What are your future goals?

My first goal is to keep serving the Lord Jesus Christ and always put him first in my life. I want to continue to be a role model for children, athletes, weekend warriors and anyone who wishes to lead a healthy lifestyle. I want to educate the public on how important it is to exercise and follow a proper diet. I would like to open an anti-aging wellness center offering everything from personal training, nutrition, sports therapy, skin care, massage, body treatments, day care and I would love to cater it to women.. I want to do whatever the lord puts in my heart to help make a difference in this world.

What is one of your greatest fitness achievements?

I would have to say going from 90th place in the Ms. Galaxy competition in 1996 to winning the overall Ms. Galaxy in 1997. (Anything is possible) I have to also say that being able to compete for all these years in fitness routines without having a gymnastics or dance background has been a challenge. I hope I can inspire all of you to go after your passion and your dreams, so you can believe in yourself.

What are your Bodily Stats? Height: 5'6" Measurements: 35-24-35 Hair: Ash Blond Eyes: Brown Shoe: 6.5 Dress: 3/4

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© Cynthia Hill