Member of the Month

Lynn Suhay and Vicky Melton

Or rather, Members of the Month are Vicky Melton and Lynn Suhay. Singling out just one would be like asking for a cupcake without sprinkles.

Each month we like to recognize a member for the effort they put forth at Mountain Fitness. This month, we’re lucky: we get to distinguish two members that we think represent a commitment to fitness and wellness we truly admire.

Members of the Month: Vicky Melton and Lynn Suhay
Members Since: December 2010
Friends Since: 1980

Why we picked Vicky and Lynn: Sometimes, great things come in twos, like Laverne and Shirley or Hollywood and Vine. Vicky and Lynn have the kind of easy friendship we all seek. They work together to achieve results and, when things aren’t working for both of them, they step back and reassess. With a new plan in hand and a smile on their face, they move forward – working hard toward their goal of being healthy and happy.

Why they picked Mountain Fitness? “Everyone takes care of you at Mountain Fitness,” Vicky says. Of Ted’s training, they both agree that the hour they workout with Ted, it’s all about them. “He listens to us and readjusts our workout,” Lynn says. At first, their regime wasn’t working for both of them, but as a team – Ted, Lynn and Vicky – took a closer look and came up with a plan that did work. “I did not want to lift weights and bulk up,” Vicky notes. But now the two admit to being able to dead lift 125lbs. And they both like the results they are seeing.

What motivates you to come to the gym? Lynn says one of the things she looks most forward to is working out with Ted. “And, Zumba: I would never miss it,” adds Vicky.  Overall, they both admit: We come to the gym and we feel better. With their workouts, they know they can handle anything life throws at them.

What’s in their future? Last summer Vicky and Lynn decided to compete in a triathlon – their first ever. We asked them what motivated them to push through the uncertainty of a swim, followed by a bike, followed by a run. “I don’t ever want to DQ [be dis-qualified]; I always want to finish,” says Lynn. They each received top honors in their age groups and, this year, they’ll continue to add races to their calendar. Vicky will be participating in Open Air Big Bear’s Grizzly series while Lynn will compete in the Conquer the Cub.

Their parting comment on being named Members of the Month: Ted should be the member of the month. “We value him on so many levels,” Lynn says.