“I’m just going to put myself out there. I’m going full force.” This week, Musulain Toomer excitedly prepares for her national stage debut at the 2021 Mrs. American pageant.
Member Spotlight
Prevailing Through a Pandemic: How Kristen Troy Made 2020 Her Best Year Yet
After losing 30lbs and running her first marathon, Kristen was able to turn a tough year into some positive accomplishments.
Shedding Pounds: Sydney Wolfe Loses 63lbs of Physical and Emotional Weight
After a 15-year battle with her weight and self-confidence, Sydney has conquered more than one beast.
On Your Feet: HAC Member Joyce Heritage Walks Independently for the First Time in Over 21 Years
Joyce become paralyzed from the waist down in less than 24 hours. More than two decades later, she’s pushing herself to walk on her own once again.
Underground Army; Miraculous Escape: Celebrating a 97-Year Old WWII Veteran
97-Year Old Witold “Vic” Brick shares his incredible story of his experience as a member of the Polish Underground Army, a Prisoner of War, having his Polish citizenship revoked by Russian Communists, and his journey to becoming American – all before the age of 30.
Better Together: How Mark & Angelica Push Each Other to Perform
You wouldn’t guess it by looking at them, but this duo is proof that working out with a partner yields better results. Read how Mark and Angelica became friends and workout partners in HAC Run Club.
Sewing a Future Without Alzheimer’s Disease
Five million Americans are currently affected by Alzheimer’s Disease. Rochelle Moneta, whose mother became a victim of Alzheimer’s thirty years ago, is still driven by her desire to find a cure.
Childhood Friends to “Swole Mates”: Lauren Smith and Rachel Evans
From playing in the schoolyard to lifting big at the gym, Lauren and Rachel’s friendship isn’t the only transformation that took place this year.
Judy Velazquez: Dancing Queen and Aqua Machine
In just a few short weeks, Judy went from aqua fitness newbie to esteemed champion of a worldwide Aqua Fitness program.
Man vs. Mountain: Graham McFadden’s Survival Story
Graham knew sooner than most that 2020 was going to be a tough year when a typical day on the slopes took an unexpected turn.
