Over the course of the last couple of weeks, Michelle McCool has been the subject of discussion amongst wrestling fans everywhere. Her recent push, as some may call it, has thrust Michelle into the spotlight, where fans of World Wrestling Entertainment from all around the world, took notice of the small-town girl, hailing from Palatka, Florida. Many are already well-aware that Michelle grew up in a home where wrestling was more than a sport, but a family pastime. A former all-star athlete, fitness and gymnastics competitor, gym instructor, and school teacher, etc… Just about everything Michelle had done prior to becoming a member of the prestigious WWE family, has helped mold her into the success story that she is now.

MichelleMcCool.net had been lucky enough, for the forth time, to have Michelle grant us with a rare online Q&A. In this short interview, Michelle talks about dreams, her future goals, the Women’s Championship, her religious faith in God, being labeled a ‘Diva’ and a ‘Sex-Symbol’, and so much more! And just who watches after Jonah (her Golden Retriever) when she’s on the road? Become Teacher’s favorite pet, and learn more about WWE’s next great Diva!

MichelleMcCool.Net: What advice would you give to any fans that might be thinking about becoming a professional wrestler/valet?
Michelle McCool: To go after your dreams because if you don’t, someone else will.

MM.Net: Many of your fans are well aware of your strong Christian faith; do you feel that God is using you, in the place that you’re in?
MM: I always feel like God is using us and gives us opportunities in our life to glorify Him. Not only is this a dream of mine, but hopefully I will be able to make a difference in other people’s lives as a result of this job.

MM.Net: If people didn’t know you, what would you most like them to know about yourself, that someone might not be aware of?
MM: I get labeled alot before people ever get to know me. I am a very down-to-earth person. I love to laugh, make other people smile, goof off, dance, etc… I hate when people stereotype others. I try to find the good in everyone (honestly, you can ALWAYS find at least one thing great about everybody)! I live for sports and love the beach!

MM.Net: What is your dream for the future; what would you like to do or accomplish?
MM: I want to become World Wrestling Entertainment Women’s Champion!!!

MM.NET: When you’re on the road, who looks after your Golden Retriever, Jonah?
MM: My parents… He loves the beach – guess he gets that from his Mama!

MM.NET: What is usually running through your mind when you’re making your way down to the ring to perform?
MM: I don’t know…lots of different things, depending on the crowd, where we are, etc..

MM.NET: Not many people may realize, but you’re an active user on the World Wide Web, has this helped you get a feel for what the general fan looks for in their female performers?
MM: Hmph, not sure here. I look at your site (which you do an amazing job on) and on WWE.com, but that’s about it!

MM.NET: What kind of workout do you do and how much time do you spend on training and keeping in shape?
MM: It’s hard to get in good workouts while you are on the road, so you have to be creative. When I’m at home, I love to run with my dog. On the road, I do a lot of stairs, run outside, train weights when possible and workout in the ring!

MM.NET: If someone were to go through your iPod, what songs would they find?
MM: Oh goodness….everything from alternative to country, rock to Christian, old school, etc…

MM.NET: What was your initial reaction when you made the November cover of WWE Magazine, front and center with Candice Michelle and Kelly Kelly, and how did your friends and family react to your first magazine cover?
MM: WOW, that was amazing. I had no idea that we were going to be on the cover. I was actually in the hospital when it came out, but I had some friends/family bring me copies. They all loved it as much as I did!

MM.NET: Do you consider yourself a sex symbol?
MM: Nope, not at all. Don’t get me wrong, that’s an awesome compliment, but I’m not sure I’ve ever been considered one???

MM.NET: The current travel schedule for the WWE is pretty tough. Wrestlers are not only working the weekly television show but also several house shows and the WWE are increasing the number of overseas tours. Many wrestlers can handle the travel schedule but some, like Brock Lesnar, have found the schedule to be too demanding. How do you cope with life on the road, who were your road buddies and did you have any favorite cities that you loved to perform in?
MM: Life on the road can be very tough. We are with our co-workers more than our own families. That’s why we truly are like family. There are many guys and girls that I am extremely close to that make life on the road a lot easier.

MM.NET: How would you like to be remembered by wrestling fans?
MM: As good-hearted, all-American girl who always smiled and gave her best!

MM.NET: Any message that you would like to send out to everyone reading this interview?
MM: Just the normal….I love each and every one of you and it’s you guys who make this job possible!

Be sure to catch Michelle in action every Friday night on The CW’s WWE Smackdown… but don’t be too surprised if she starts showing up on The USA Network’s WWE RAW, as many have already picked Michelle as their wildcard Diva to be drafted this Monday night! For more all of the latest career updates, as well as outstanding photo archives, be sure to check out WWE.com and MichelleMcCool.net for more!
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