Howard County fitness transformations

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Erin Day once smoked a pack of cigarettes a day and struggled to keep up with her young daughter, Skylar. (Photo courtesy of Erin Day)

With support from family and fitness instructors, these three Howard County residents made dramatic transformations after months -- even years -- of rigorous exercise and throwing out calorie-laden, processed foods. What they had in common was a desire to be healthy for their kids or spouses.