Stephanie, aged 33 from Unley SA joined Fitness First in 2008 to focus on getting her life and her health back on track. Struggling to cope with raising 2 young ones and a baby alone after the collapse of a relationship, Stephanie found herself starting to live an unhealthy lifestyle and found emotional comfort in eating food. Her weight ballooned to 80kg (she's 5ft 2") and she found herself discontented and disheartened when she looked at herself in the mirror and lacked confidence within herself . After listening to the advice of a friend, Stephanie began to watch what she ate and starting weight training at Fitness First. With daily dedication she quickly started to see her body change and then a visit to a body building competition motivated her to take training to the next level. She revised her diet again, engaged the services of Personal Trainer Michael Johnston and continued even more passionately on this mission to transform her body and compete in natural body building competitions. Stephanie followed her trainer's strict guidance and provided her with support and encouragement to help her achieve her goal. Stephanie's achievements have allowed her to find much peace and contentment in her life. Her children see a much happier mum and have been inspired to enjoy sport themselves. Stephanie's transformation has allowed her to find her self worth and most of all she has recognised even as a single mum.. anything is achievable.

Lorraine, aged 56 from Ruse NSW joined Fitness First Campbelltown 9 years ago. Focussing on raising her daughters for 20 years, Lorraine's fitness deteriorated rapidly, becoming breathless even when walking the family dogs. At age 50, a fellow Fitness First member taught Lorraine how to ride a bike and she also started participating regularly in cycle, boxing, bodypump, pilates and aqua classes. Her fitness quickly improved as did her passion for bike riding, competing in her first big ride covering 40km with her training partner and mentor Bill. From here, Lorraine progressed to the NSW Big Ride riding to country NSW over 7 days. She has since purchased 2 road bikes which have taken her on rides from Sydney to the Gold Coast, riding 1000km each time and raising money for various charities. Lorraine is a fitter, healthier and more positive person and her motivation and dedication has enabled her to attempt things that she would never have dreamed of trying a few years ago. She trains at Fitness First most days during the week and races every Sunday with the Waratah Veterans Cycle Club. Lorraine hopes her story and achievements will inspire other men and women aged 50+ to get active and make the most of their lives.

Tony, aged 67 from Duffys Forest NSW joined the Fitness First Dee Why club in 1998 aiming to achieve a high level of mental and physical fitness so he could "live like a 30 year old" and excel at his favourite sport of kayak racing. Originally working in advertising, Tony's days were long, exhausting and stressful causing him to overeat, often consuming a huge meal when he arrived home from work at 10pm. The stress in Tony's life finally took its toll on his health when he was diagnosed with cancer and developed non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma 3 years later. Following chemo and radiotherapy treatment, Tony was in desperate need of a lifestyle change and for the past 3 years has trained with Fitness First Personal Trainer Mark Patience to help improve his muscle tone and overall fitness. Mark has guided Tony through the ups and downs he has experienced in his life and exposed him to training techniques and intensity levels he would never have reached on his own. Tony also attends weekly yoga classes and uses the cardio equipment at Fitness First plus runs his own very successful kayak tour and training company that introduces people who have never paddled before to many of the 18 different waterways around Sydney. With a motto of "No Concession for Age", Tony is on a mission to encourage people of his age to exercise regularly and develop healthy eating habits ... a true ambassador for good health in later life!

Steven, aged 24 from Glen Waverley VIC, joined Fitness First in 2007 to gain his independence, improve his quality of life and get his drivers licence. At 3 years of age, Steven contracted a Polio infection in Vietnam and now suffers from Post Polio Syndrome. His body is severely deformed and metal rods have been inserted into his back to prevent further deterioration. Upon arriving in Australia in 2006, Steven was given a very basic exercise program by his doctor due to the severity of his condition which delivered minimal improvements. Determined to make the most of his life, Steven joined Fitness First and engaged the services of Personal Trainer David Armstrong who designed a program specifically to improve his strength and movement. Working solidly together for 12 months, Steven has achieved many of his goals from the increased strength and improved range of motion in his joints. He can now use light leg and arm weights, ride the stationary bike, crawl, swim and best of all, he has qualified for his Victorian Drivers License, a goal he was told was unachievable. David has introduced harnesses and elastic ropes into Steven's training to further improve his mobility. Steven's next goal is to scuba dive and then he plans to focus on his biggest challenge, to eventually walk again, a challenge he is confident he will achieve.