“My name is William Clay and I am your 2026 Spring Transformation Challenge Winner. My journey actually started 3 years ago and I’ll explain. 2023 I tore my wrist in a car accident didn’t get surgery because my daughter was a month away from being born and I wouldn’t have been able to drive or hold her for a long time post op so I picked working through the pain over that reality. I also live with Crohn’s disease was diagnosed at 14 which life is unpredictable at times with that as well. Fast forward to 2026 I was over weight, unhealthy, and fresh off a serious Achilles surgery. I had every reason available to let that be my story but God had other plans for me. I entered the Spring 1Up challenge while still recovering from surgery and decided to dedicate my come back to my daughter and fathers in my position in general. The quote in my mind through the competition was Eric Thomas “Get a reward for your pain” I did that and encourage any one in my position to do that same. Be great”
