Melissa Stables is a remarkable athlete who serves as an inspiration to many. She is a true embodiment of discipline, dedication, and hard work. At 39, she is not only a proud mother of two sons but also a full-time care manager for Blue Cross Blue Shield. But what sets her apart is her extraordinary commitment to fitness.

Melissa's day starts at an incredible time of 3:20 am, and by 4 am, she is already at the gym, giving her all to an intense workout session. Her morning routine is designed so she can be back home in time to take care of her family duties - getting her kids ready for school, preparing breakfast, packing lunches, and dropping them off before logging in for her workday at 8 am.

Melissa's dedication to fitness goes beyond her morning routine. She is constantly challenging herself, whether she's preparing for a 50-mile race or working towards a new fitness goal in the gym. Her relentless pursuit of personal growth and self-improvement is truly empowering, making her a shining example of what can be achieved through hard work and unwavering discipline.

Her dedication to fitness is rooted in her belief in discipline and consistency over motivation. "Even if you fail, eventually with that discipline and consistency you will succeed," she says. For Melissa, the key to achieving her goals is to show up every day and put in the work, regardless of how she feels. Her no-excuses approach to training has helped her push through tough times and emerge stronger on the other side.

One of the most impressive stories about Melissa is her journey of overcoming her own fear of failure. During her training for a race, she ran for two hours straight to prepare for the challenge. However, after running for two hours, Melissa called her husband to pick her up because she thought she couldn't run anymore. Her husband, knowing how much this race meant to her, refused to pick her up and instead encouraged her to run two hours back. This incident marked a significant turning point in Melissa's journey, and she learned that she was capable of much more than she thought. 

Melissa's remarkable journey embodies the Athletifreak mentality, and her story serves as a call to action for all of us to push ourselves to our limits, overcome our fears, and achieve greatness. Melissa Stables is a true inspiration for all those looking to live a life in the pursuit of something greater.