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Bio
Up until Melissa was in early twenties, Melissa was mostly healthy while actively involved in softball and daily workouts. Then she got married she packed on a full 40 pounds during the first three years of marriage and added another 20 following the birth of her children. While in law school, Melissa chose to eat out, rather than prepare healthy meals for her family. When it comes to her clients and the courtroom, Melissa lets nothing stand in her way. But, when it comes to the gym she finds every excuse not to go. Losing weight will help Melissa obtain a life-long goal and develop a new lifestyle of fitness. Melissa's tenacity and sheer determination give her the mental capability to achieve her weight-loss goal, but she needs help making the most of her emotional and physical capabilities as well.
The Team
As the parents of two children, Melissa and Lance set very poor examples for their children when it comes to health and fitness. Evenings at the Morgan house consist of take-out, video games and hours of television. Lance and Melissa realize that now is the time to make the changes that will affect the lives of their family -- forever.