Success Stories

After recovering from a life-changing brain aneurysm, one woman discovered a workout program that helped her change her lifestyle and lose nearly 70 pounds.

How one man — after losing his wife to leukemia and surviving his own cancer treatment — reclaimed his health and completed a 365-mile bike ride through Israel.

Playing lacrosse gave one young woman newfound body confidence — and the motivation to stop seeing food as the enemy.

Pursuing a newfound love of the outdoors motivated one attorney to rethink his career path.

How EL’s six-month workout program helped one cancer survivor find the support she needed to take back her health.

A dietary shift offered hope to an overweight, socially isolated man, but it was a rescue dog that saved his life.

How an elimination diet — and some tenacity — helped one young woman reverse her alopecia.

One woman’s yoga practice spurred her recovery from an eating disorder — and offered her a path to self-acceptance.

How one man is creating a family tradition of healthy living by making manageable changes to his own diet and lifestyle.

How a new fitness regimen helped an overstressed mom manage the pressures of raising a special-needs child.

How cognitive behavioral therapy gave one woman the tools to work through depression and start a social-media movement.

One man's sobriety led to lower cholesterol, stable blood sugar, and a healthier, more vibrant life.

Despite an injury that left him blind, this Army veteran sets his sights on triathlon's most legendary event.

How one woman — determined to transform her lifestyle and inspired by Zumba — shed more than half her body weight.

How one man returned to a favorite childhood pastime to overcome a traumatic injury and years of obesity.

Wrestling champion Anthony Robles hasn’t let anything keep him from standing at the top of his game.

A promising young hockey player survived life-changing brain surgery and is now sharing his message of hope with others.

How one woman’s daily journaling helped her overcome an obsession with “healthy” behaviors.

One man’s journey to move beyond poor health habits — and overcome an undiagnosed eating disorder.

When a lifelong dieter gave up sweets, smoking, and a sedentary lifestyle, she rediscovered her sense of self.