I didn't have the money at first so I saved what I could to get a 6 month membership. Since then I now have a full membership. I never thought that in 6 months my life would/could change! I started personal training, started losing the weight, and seeing the difference.

I really got my mind set last June 2011 when my dad got cancer. I decided then I really needed to get healthy. My dad fought for 6 months with his cancer and lost his fight on Dec 16, 2011. But before he died I ran my first 10K (6.3 miles)on Labor Day 2011 and at that time had lost 30 lbs.

I dedicated that race to my father. My goal was to finish....and I did in 1 hr 20 min.

This year I am 50 more pounds lighter (total of 80 lbs.)and ran again on Sept 1st 2012 in 1 hr 10 min. I never would have ever thought that I would be running.

My whole outlook on life and the way I see things has changed since joining Fit4Life. I have more confidence and better self-esteem. I now have a new and better job that I really love. My husband John and I are more active, going for walks, playing bat mitten, etc. I can keep up and play with my 3 year old grand-daughter without getting tired. She and I look forward to our walks.

I also feel my new confidence in myself has reflected onto my daughters. My youngest has finished college and is pursuing a career as a police officer. My oldest is working hard and pursuing her dream to open her own gourmet coffee shop. My husband John, who has now joined Fit4Life, has stood by me and has been a big support. As with my family and friends, they gave me the push when I wanted to give up.

My next goal, thanks to Ann and her support and knowing all that she has accomplished, and my husband John and his support with my running, is to run a full marathon. I never thought I would run, but since joining Fit4Life and the support and encouragement I have received from everyone I feel I can do whatever I set my mind too and getting this member of the month just proves it!!"

Stacie Billings Age: 43