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Member Stories
MVP Stories
Read about the incredible journeys of our members and team members

Meet Kelly
Finding Her Fit
Kelly Turned Intimidation into Empowerment and Found a Fitness Family Along the Way

Meet Our Camp Counselors
Camp Days, Lifelong Memories
Jake, Rachael, and Megan help make Summer Camp an unforgettable experience.

Meet Madeline
Staying Strong for Family
After overcoming major health challenges, Madeline used MVP to stay strong and present for her family.

Meet James
Rediscovering Health and Happiness
After moving back to Michigan, James rejoined MVP and rediscovered the joy in his fitness routine.

Meet Donna and Laura
Service that Sparkles
When Donna lost a family heirloom in the pool, Lora dove in, finding the diamond and making a new friend.

Meet Dan
Staying Strong, Staying Connected
After a Parkinson’s diagnosis, Dan Royer leaned into community, consistency, and strength training to build a healthier, more connected life at MVP.

Meet Marie
The Gift of Wellness
After receiving an unexpected Christmas gift, Marie Twiss turned hesitation into transformation.

Meet John
From Setback to Strength
After major surgery, John made a remarkable return to the active lifestyle he loves.

Meet John
Overcoming Obstacles
Whether facing age-related challenges or carrying a sandbag up a mountain, John views obstacles as opportunities for growth.

Meet Erin
Strength With Every Rep
Through the Strength Development program, Erin discovered physical power, meaningful friendships, and a renewed sense of self-belief.

Meet Yumna
Cooking Up a Healthy Life
By blending fitness, family, and food, Yumna inspires a balanced lifestyle—both at MVP and through her online presence.

Meet Jana
Leading with Heart
From early workouts to lifesaving advocacy, Jana lives her commitment to wellness.

Meet Aaron
Mind Over Miles
MVP trainer and accomplished triathlete, Aaron shares the power of mindset to help push others to achieve their goals.

Meet Stephanie
Energizing Classes, Building Community
Through her energetic group classes, Stephanie creates joy and fosters connection among members.

Meet Noelia
Reclaiming Strength and Confidence
Through walking and Well-Fit classes, Noelia discovered confidence, community, and healing at MVP Rockford.

Meet Dave
Snow Shovels to Serves
After years of struggling to stick with a gym routine, Dave found joy, connection, and consistent fitness through pickleball at MVP Crahen.

Meet Jim and Cam
Old Injuries, New Strength
He may not be back at training camp, but personal training helped Jim Ayres rediscover his energy and confidence.

Meet Ben and Kyle
Fitness and Friendship
In pursuing their fitness goals, Ben and Kyle found more than results as they built a lasting friendship.