http://www.valspace.com/blog/ Siren - American Gladiator Valerie is a graduate of Brecksville High School and Ohio University, where she studied graphic design and played Division I volleyball. Today, Ms. Waugaman is an IFBB Figure Pro Competitor who competes nationally in figure contests. Of her many accomplishments, she claimed first place in both the 2007 and 2006 Colorado Pro Figure Competition and she also won the 2007 Houston Pro Figure Competition. She is currently training for the prestigious 2008 Arnold Classic Figure International in Columbus, Ohio where she placed in the top five in 2007. She has appeared on the cover of various fitness magazines, including Flex, M&F Hers, H20, and Oxygen with additional features in Ironman, and Muscle & Fitness.