NO LIMITS TO LOVE

Story: Chris Gerbasi Photo: Douglas Tyler

“Power couple” has added meaning to Rick and Teresa Copley as they power through a workout at No Limits Fitness, the gym they co-own with another couple. Rick and Teresa work together, play together and eat healthy together through another business venture, The Fit Life Meals.

born in Tavares, attended a class taught by Rick at the city’s YMCA. When they married eight years ago, they also had to blend their families: Rick’s son and Teresa’s two sons. The children got along well with each other and also have followed the couple’s example by exercising, playing sports and leading active lives.

Rick and Teresa opened No Limits Fitness, 15841 Old U.S.

business experience but soon also started The Fit Life Meals, a meal preparation company.

“I love to cook. It’s always been a passion of mine,” she says.

“That’s why I married her,” Rick chimes in. Teresa cooks healthy ready-to-eat meals at a professional kitchen in Orlando, and then the couple deliver the meals around Lake County and distribute them from their gym.

After she cooks, he does the dishes. That’s part of the complementary relationship they have in their work and at home. They also distribute all-natural supplements, and Rick says that running three businesses naturally intertwines with their lifestyle. They’re eating healthy and helping others eat healthy; working out and helping others work out.

“It’s hard work, but it’s fun,” Rick says. “We’re providing multiple services to multiple groups of people, all revolving around healthy living.”

The couple works so well together that they manage to avoid serious arguments at home as well, Teresa says.

“We kind of click and get along well, so I never really feel like what we’re doing is work. It’s more of a passion,” she says.

The Copleys’ marriage advice

Have the same mission and something of value that you do together.

“If you’re trying to go to a certain destination, there may be different ways to get there, but they’re still going to the same place,” Rick says. “Whatever it is you can do together to help other people, that’s something that can bind you long term.”

“Have a weekly date night. Never stop dating your spouse,” Teresa adds. “Always be open and tell the other person what you’re feeling. Don’t hide your feelings.”

Getting through arguments

“We’ve had ugly arguments, but one partner cannot be the dominator and the other one a doormat,” Karin says. “Being honest and open and speaking your mind is healthy. Just learn how to do it in a respectful way.”