My client and friend, JoAnn Sampson, a vibrant 83-year-old, is not only a mother of three, grandmother of three, but also a great grandmother of three. Retiring in 2000 after 35 years of teaching with the Miami Dade County Public School system, she renewed her teaching certificate for another 5 years due to her love for education. At 62, she embarked on a new path, becoming a senior athlete and joining the senior games in 2002, specializing in the 50m, 100m, and 200m sprints. Despite an impressive career, her last year involved overcoming a heel injury and the loss of her longtime coach and love, John F. Her recent gold medals at the Florida Senior Games State Championships mark a historic comeback, demonstrating her resilience and determination. As we celebrate Black History Month, I honor JoAnn Sampson, a remarkable African American woman who overcame adversity and continues to inspire. Happy Black History Month! -From Marcel Desir (Personal Trainer)