Benjamin Hersh

 Hometown:  Rockville, MD

Fun facts:  Ben lost 105 lbs over 5 years through lifestyle changes. He teaches cooking workshops and loves rock climbing & camping. He also volunteers regularly as a kitchen supervisor, and recently finished his first marathon.

Favorite things: Mid-season peaches, cooking, deck-building games.

Inspiring quote: “Only entropy comes easy.” — Anton Chekhov

Education: A.A.s in Health Fitness, Business Management, and General Studies, & certificate in Advanced Personal Training from Montgomery College, A.A.S. in Digital Animation from School of Communication Arts.