immediate attraction, as if my heart was telling me to stop and investigate. I had to find out what this place had to offer. Upon expressing my interest in joining, the courteous attendant at the front desk introduced me to Emery and Wendy Williams, the owner/operators of Total Fitness. Although I had no inkling at the time, these two exemplary individuals were to change my life forever. I felt welcomed at Total Fitness, I felt that the staff would truly care for the fitness of my family and me, and I couldn't deny the quality of the Total Fitness facility itself. With much hope for a more healthy future, I joined Total Fitness.

Now, my long journey to fitness began. I had many personal foes to fight, such as chronic fatigue, irritable bowel syndrome, thyroid disorder, sleep disorder, food allergies, candida, and anemia. Besides these intimidating obstacles, I was also overweight and my fitness level has degenerated to the point that walking for 30 minutes was nigh miraculous. However, have the long distance goal of being fit again, and understanding that it would take much determination, pain, and change, I set my heart to take my health back one day at a time, one workout at a time, one meal at a time. Through Wendy's astonishing knowledge of dieting, nutrition, and exercise, I began to understand the physiology of exercise and the necessity and definition of a proper diet. Wendy's words of advice and experience constantly rang in my ears as I began exercising and dieting. I was also introduced to a wonderful weight loss product; combined with a new lifestyle of diet and exercise, I lost 10 lbs. in one month. I was amazed and jubilant! I was encouraged to continue making dieting and ex cerise a fundamental party of my life. Each day I renewed my determination to apply a new measure of discipline to my habits and lifestyle. I began taking part in high-intensity aerobics, coached by one of the best instructors at Total Fitness, Chari Simmons, along with Wendy herself, who also began teaching me kick-boxing and strength principles and techniques.

Where am I today? How far have I come? My pursuit of health and fitness has culminated in a complete change of lifestyle. I realize and implement the knowledge that the key to a successful, enjoyable life as well as the energy to deal with the natural stressors of everyday is the consistent and determined engagement in a well-designed exercise regimen and the application of sound dieting principles to one's eating habits. Thus far, I have gone from a size 20 to a size 14, losing a total of 35 lbs. My long term goal is to lose approximately 100 lbs, and I am well on my way to achieving this goal. My cardiovascular ability and muscular endurance have increased tremendously. I am more flexible, stronger, faster, more energetic, and more active than I have been in years. Most Importantly, I am more able every day to live a fuller life. I cannot express in words the overwhelming thanks that I owe to Emery and Wendy Williams as well as the entire well trained and caring Total Fitness staff.

In Closing I only hope that I have given you an idea of the monumental change that has taken place in my life. I pray that you, like me, will decide to live a richer and more fulfilling life. I believe that at Total Fitness you will find the knowledge, motivation, care, and sense of belonging that will propel you to a achieve Total Fitness! I certainly have! I look forward to seeing you at the gym. GET READY TO LIVE! -

JenniferR. Foltz