"The Barix Clinics program has given us a new life," says Michael. "We've each lost 158 pounds. Now, not only do we rock 'n' roll and jitterbug, but we've taken county dancing lessons, too."

The key is all the added energy they've found - and the secret to their success is Barix's surgical solution for long-term weight loss. "I call it a miracle," says Michael. "I haven't had this much energy since I was 20."

Michael and Debbie were trim when they married, but years of recreational eating had taken their toll. Diets hadn't worked for either of them, so when they heard about Barix's comprehensive program, they were intrigued. Michael chose Barix Clinics because of the specially trained staff and custom facilities. "I felt more comfortable in a place that specializes in the surgery - where they know exactly what they're doing," he says. "And no matter who you talk to at Barix, they know what you're going through." Debbie was so impressed with Michael's results, she had her surgery less than three months later.

"Now, people ask us to slow down," Debbie says. "We're always doing something. It used to be that we didn't even fit into regular seats - on planes, at the amusement park, in restaurants. But not anymore."

According to Michael and Debbie, Barix has changed their lives completely - not only how they look, but how they feel about themselves. "Would I do it again?" Michael asks. "In a heartbeat."