I competed in track for 10 years and have been doing kickboxing forever.

People get on a show and they fought tooth and nail. Almost 95% of the actors out there want to be on a television series. Then as soon as they get onto one, no, no, I want to be a movie star. This television series stuff, no, no no.

I think I've paid my dues. I've really put in a lot of time on set.

It's all about exploring the more unpredictable aspects in the character, not just fighting people.

Linda Hamilton is my hero. She was so tough and so strong and so vulnerable at the same time. I think that's what woman action figures are allowed to be: vulnerable, in a way that women are.

When you're fighting with a stunt person, your intent is to miss.

Women can't be afraid to look like action heroes. It's not always pretty, but when it's on the screen, it translates well to the audience.