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Melonie Cannada

@body4lifefit

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✝️ Licensed Strength and Conditioning Coach.
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For a long time, I put myself on the back burner. No routine checks, no time to slow down. When the night sweats and exhaustion set in, I assumed it was perimenopause—just another quiet shift in a woman’s body. I kept going.

Then came the day the rhythm broke. I took off my sports bra and felt it: a distinct, unmistakable lump. Instantly, the inner voice of rationalization kicked in: It’s nothing. A cyst. Don’t panic. Yet, something made me make that appointment—never believing I was stepping toward a life-altering diagnosis.

By the grace of God, I am still standing, still fighting, and still here to tell you this: Stop ignoring your body. For years, my motto was, “Suck it up, you’re fine.” But brushing it off almost cost me everything.

Please, make the appointment. Get the screening. Don’t let busyness or false reassurance rob you of your health. Your life is worth the time it takes to check. by @body4lifefit

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11 days ago

Still seems so unreal but we laid you to rest, yesterday. As our numbers dwindle down, I can’t help but think of the day we will all be reunited again. I love and miss you Unc💔 by @body4lifefit

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I’m still in disbelief over that phone call yesterday. 💔 I don’t think I’ll ever be able to put into words just how much I’m going to miss our daily conversations.

I’ll miss hearing about your plans for the day—whether you were headed to West Texas, getting ready to play in a golf tournament, planning a hunting trip, or talking about all the things you were going to do once you officially retired. I’ll miss our laughs, especially when we would joke about how old we were getting. ❤️

I’m especially going to miss the karaoke night we always talked about having. You may not be here to fulfill our plans, but I know you’re up there now, so I expect you to have that karaoke night in Heaven and sing loud enough for all of us down here to hear you. 🎤❤️

You may not have kept your end of the bargain to make it to 100, but I know you’re up there celebrating with the rest of our family, and that brings me a little comfort.

I am beyond grateful that we got to become so close and that I was blessed to have you in my life. The memories, the conversations, the laughter, and the love will stay with me forever.

I love you, Unc. I will miss you more than words can ever say.

Rest in peace, forever in my heart. 💔 by @body4lifefit

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2 months ago

Hello you Sexy Beasts!

I’m definitely having to modify my workouts right now, but it feels SO good to be back in the gym! 💪🏼

Someone recently asked me why I record some of my workouts. The truth is, it has very little to do with me and everything to do with hopefully motivating someone else.

Somewhere along the way, we’ve gotten away from the basics. We’ve become a society that constantly looks for the next medication, supplement, or social media “cure-all,” while often overlooking the simplest things we can control.

I’m not saying medicine doesn’t have its place. It absolutely does. But if we never address the lifestyle contributing to the problem, we’re often only treating the symptoms.

Eat a little cleaner. Move your body. Build some strength. Take care of yourself.

You don’t have to train like an athlete or follow some ridiculously strict diet. Just start making better choices.

The benefits are REAL. Regular physical activity is associated with a 20–30% lower risk of premature death, along with significant reductions in the risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, depression and dementia. It also supports a healthier immune system.

I truly believe being physically fit helped me navigate my cancer journey, and I believe that same foundation will help me recover from shoulder surgery.

Fitness isn’t just about how you look. It’s about building a body that is better equipped to handle life.

This is something I’m extremely passionate about, which is why I’ve decided to offer my help completely FREE.

I’m a licensed fitness coach, and if you’re ready to take that first step, message me. No gimmicks. No hidden agenda. I simply care.

We can’t control everything that happens to us, but we CAN control how we take care of ourselves.

Start today. ❤️

#fitnessmotivation #starttoday #fyp by @body4lifefit

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2 months ago

Amazing day of worship celebrating our Lord and Savior. 🙏🙏

#godissogood #fypage #faith by @body4lifefit

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2 months ago

Remember when I said the other surgery was the last one??? Well, I was just kidding. This one is the last one, I think…. I hope. Awe hell, from this point forward I’m just going to wrap myself in bubble wrap 🤣🤣🤣.

#thestruggleisreal #fyp #funny #dogvscat #reels by @body4lifefit

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This one right here.. ugh my heart by @body4lifefit

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3 months ago

If you ever want to know who I look like, it’s this one right here 🤣🤣 by @body4lifefit

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3 months ago

Beautiful day to worship our Lord. Although, there was this couple sitting next to me that almost got all of us in trouble @hlnaylor @soswine68 🤣

#godissogood #faith #fyp #praise #worship by @body4lifefit

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3 months ago

Celebrating three years cancer free! God is truly amazing. I am eternally grateful for His love and the love of my family, friends and my treatment team (now close friends) @tabethawashok @brittney_m_baker. I am humbled every day by His amazing grace and the support of all of you.

Much Love Fam 🫶🫶🫶🫶

#cancer #faith #fypシ #godisfaithful #explorepage✨ by @body4lifefit

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4 months ago

This one right here 🤣🤣. At least she keeps life interesting.

#doglife #funny #fyp #funnyreels #trendingreels by @body4lifefit

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4 months ago

First the shoulder and now the screen. I’ll say one thing, at least she’s entertaining 🤣🤣🤣.

#fyp #funny #dogsofinstagram #trending #explorepage by @body4lifefit

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