“You can do anything, as long as you work for it”. -- Zeda Zhang . Makes History as the First Female Asian American WWE Wrestler . Growing up she used to be very shy and had social anxiety but through MMA it gave her the confidence, felt safe and that she can do anything. After her first tournament, she learned that it’s all about mindset and goal setting. . When she started in MMA, she had it tough. She slept mostly in the car, and going to the gym for at least half a year. When she trained, she often needs to fight people bigger than her and she relates to overcoming any challenges that is bigger than yourself. . Born in Charlottesville, Virginia, the 32-year-old fighter has become an icon to many Asians and Asian Americans. . Julia Ho is an American model, singer, mixed martial artist and professional wrestler previously signed to World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE), where she appeared on its developmental brand NXT under the name Zeda (Pronounced: Zay-dah). . After her release in June 2018, she began competing on the independent circuit in the Florida wrestling promotions and later that year wrestled for promotions in China and Singapore. . Zhang’s interest in the sport began while being raised by her grandmother. And since her grandmother didn’t know English, Zhang grew up watching pro-wrestling shows with her grandmother while her parents work at the restaurant . . She sings too, her singing stage name is Julie Real. . Trivia: She is often compared to #ChunLi from #StreetFighter and her favourite wrestler is #HulkHogan . . #ZedaZhang #JuliaHo #JulieReal #WWE #Zeda #AsianAmerican #MMA #Motivation #Inspiration . Follow her @ zeda_zhang . Source: prowrestling.fandom.com/wiki/Zeda nextshark.com/zeda-zhang-wrestler-interview South China Morning Post (SCMP) . Photo: SEScoops.com (at Los Angeles, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/B0IAQS6JB97/?igshid=1bd61ahuhg1jj
