From Bodybuilder To "Bachelorette," Rickey Jasper II Makes The Cut

The first thing you notice when you meet Rickey Jasper II is his smile. And for good reason. The Team Bodybuilding.com athlete and fitness entrepreneur exudes smiles and positivity no matter what life throws his way.

And now that Jasper is appearing as a contestant on the upcoming season of "The Bachelorette," he'll be flashing that beaming smile for a whole new audience.

Things weren't always smiles and sunshine for Rickey Jasper II. After a few career setbacks, this Virginia native found himself out of work and back at home, living with his parents. Determined to make it on his own, Jasper made a bold move.

California Dreaming

In 2016, Jasper packed his bags and moved across the country to San Diego, where he launched his online coaching company, 4:13 Health and Fitness, inspired by the bible verse Philippians 4:13, "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."

"I started 4:13 Health and Fitness out of a place of pain," Jasper explained via his Instagram feed (he's...

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