We had the good fortune of connecting with Melvin Stakely Jr. and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Melvin, the decisions we make often shape our story in profound ways. What was one of the most difficult decisions you’ve had to make?
The most difficult decision I ever made was to become a heath professional. Personal training, to bring a group instructor and yogi, specializing in Yoga therapy and self defense not to mention being a psych Night Nurse. This all spells sacrifice… I decided to be a service to the people. I realized my trials and tribulations would be lessons and blessings to others. In the middle of crisis I chose to be Priceless. The selflessness and courage it took for me to accept my position in life; we are all made to be or do something. It’s up to us to find out what our purpose is and what makes us happy and gives us the fulfillment we need. All that I have overcome and walked through; has given me the knowledge and experience that enables me to teach, help, share and utilize the tools. The tools one needs to be successful in this world. My decision to never give up, was also my decision to keep a promise to me all who encounter me. We are never finish, it’s always work to be done, there is always a fight to be fought. It’s up to you to decide. Nothing is worth more than you, you are priceless. And Priceless Fitness Mind and Body is here to help you see it.

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?
I’m come from the land of the have nots, these ghetto streets in Los Angeles, California are not made for living. Saturated with nutritional deserts, packed with GMO produce, fake fast food vast, the masses are literally doomed to lack of real nutrition and little knowledge of what’s going on. I was obese as a child so the proof has been lived and now I’m here to give all a heads up. The system clearly has a plan for us all that’s tied directly to what we put in our mouths. You are what you eat right ? Dedicating my life to obtaining valid and reliable sources of information I have been able to develop a program that offers all around health. A priceless gift for the mind, body and soul. Coming from one who has been expose to the brutal conditioning and conditions of our inner city communities… we can overcome. It starts with self and realizing your worth “PRICELESS”!… and then learn to live for you with that mentality. All I have done is give myself whole heartedly to each client, I’m just here to help. I wish we lived in a world where things were free because the first on that list would be me. So as always to whomever wants or needs to work with Priceless Fitness… name your price if I’m not affordable. That’s how important it is for me to make sure know how priceless you really are.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
You gotta hit up all the beaches… the city is play ground.

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
I’d like to give a shout out to all who have allowed me to serve them in the past… and I appreciate you trusting me to help you reach your goals. You truly are priceless!

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