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Carletta 153 pounds

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Transformation of the Day: Carletta 153 pounds. After having a complete left knee replacement, she knew that her right knee would also have to be replaced if nothing changed. She decided that it was time to make her health a priority. Eating low carb brought her success in the past, so she decided to give it a try again. Check out her story.

Carletta weight loss story

My weight has affected most of my adult life. The highest weight I can remember reaching is 373 pounds (height: 5’8″). Even at that exact moment, I did not decide to take charge and take the necessary steps to improve my health. However, a few years later I tried low-carb dieting, began going to the gym and lost 100 pounds. I did not reach my ideal weight, and slowly but surely the majority of the weight returned. Before long, I weighed close to 300 pounds.

In November of 2015, I had to get a total knee replacement in my left knee. I knew it would be just a matter of time for my right knee, because I have no cartilage there. I also have arthritis in both my knees. The knee replacement surgery changed my life! Once the surgery was over, I knew that ultimately I had to decide how serious I was going to take my health.

I began this journey at 300 pounds. Today, I’ve gotten down to 220 pounds by following a low carb lifestyle. I have tried many diets in the past, but none worked for me except going low carb… and that only works when I stay in first stage, eating 0-20 carbs a day. I reduced the amount of red meat I eat, as well as caffeine. I dont drink carbonated drinks, but I drink lemon water every morning. Also, I recently quit smoking. My goal weight is 190 pounds.

I still struggle with traditional workouts, but I do try to stay active throughout the day by
walking my dog, counting my steps and doing specific exercises for my trouble areas. Most importantly, I try my best to stay in good spirits and surround myself with great people.

The best advice I could give is that weight loss is a lifetime commitment, a lifestyle change. It begins and ends internally. If you dont address/correct the reasons you continue to overeat and yo-yo diet, you will stay in the same vicious cycle. Take care of yourself, both physically and mentally.

Jasmine lost 40 pounds

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Jasmine lost 40 pounds. As she’s gotten older, she’s seen the pounds pile on and wasn’t able to do all of the things she could do when she was younger. That had to change. She connected with a trainer who taught her how to get results by counting macros and focusing on strength training. Check out her story.

Jasmine weight loss

Hello, my BWLW sisters. My name is Jasmine and I’ll be 28 years old this year. What got me started on my weight loss journey? I never had a problem with my weight. However, as I aged, I saw that I couldn’t do the same things I was able to do when I was younger. The pounds just piled on. I could dress it up good, but deep down inside I knew I wasn’t happy.

So, I began training. I worked with a few personal trainers here and there, but I wasn’t getting the results I wanted or was looking for. One day, as I was scrolling through Instagram, I saw a post on Buffy the Body’s @brickbuiltapparel page shouting out this trainer and his client’s results. Once I saw that, I hopped on the trainer’s page and inquired about training with him. Skip Fitness is the trainer and I am glad to say it’s one of the best programs I’ve ever done… EVER!.

What is so great about what I’m doing? I’m pretty much eating regular food everyday. Skip taught me about macronutrients/macros and calories before we even got a chance to workout.

What’s another plus about what we’ve been doing? I’m only working out 2 days a week doing a Strength/Hypertrophy hybrid program. I exercise for 45 minutes to 1 hour one day and 20-40 minutes the second day. I’m not doing any cardio, which is amazing in itself.

I’ve lost 40 pounds. Started this journey on August 23, 2015 and my starting weight was 221 pounds. I currently weigh 181 pounds. My height is 5’9″. I’m going on my second year working with him and I’m still seeing improvements. I continue to follow the same recommendations of working out 2 days a week and eating what I want, as long as it fits within the context of my prescribed calories for that day.

Last summer, I looked great under Skip’s guidance, but this summer is going to be even BETTER! Now, I have the confidence to wear the 2 piece bikini and not have to worry about how I look. Although we’re not doing any cardio, I recently had to run for the bus with shopping bags in my hand and trust me, I was just fine. Didn’t even break a sweat.

In conclusion, I’ll say to all the ladies, “You can do it.” If I can do it, you can do it too. What really helped me the most was Skip telling me to slow down and concentrate. When I stopped making it a race to lose as much as I could as fast as I could, that’s when a lot of the magic happened.

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Keisha lost 61 pounds

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Transformation of the Day: Keisha lost 61 pounds. She remembered that she didn’t have many photos of her mother because she avoided photos due to her weight. This mom of two didn’t want her children to have fewer memories of her for the same reasons. Instead of dieting, she wanted to change her lifestyle and get lasting results. Check out how she did it.

Keisha weight loss

I’m a 35 year old mother of two toddlers. One day, I was going through the pictures in my phone and noticed that I wasn’t included in most of them. I started to think about my younger years, and realized that I don’t have many pictures with my mom in them because she was overweight. I didn’t want my children to have a faded memory of me because of how I felt about myself. That was the day that I decided to focus on changing my lifestyle, not just dieting!

Some of the unhealthy foods I cut out were cake, cookies and late night desserts. One of the main healthy foods I make sure that I eat every day is eggs. I drink a lot of water and a lot of green tea. I try my hardest not to eat after 7 p.m. or before 7 a.m. so that my body gets a 12-hour fast each day. I decided to continue to enjoy food and just have some things in moderation.

I do a three mile walk, 5 times a week. If not walking, I do some kind of activity for 45 minutes. I use Richard Simmons or Hip Hop Abs DVDs. Recently, I got into working out with Xtreme Fitness with Phil videos at home. Joining Fitbit challenges with my friends help a lot as well.

When I started this process, I weighed 226 pounds at 5 foot 7 inches tall. Now, I weigh 165 pounds. I can see myself hitting my goal weight of 145 pounds before July 2017. I don’t keep a strict routine because I wanted it to be a lifestyle. I like the new me. I started my journey last year in April 2016, but I didn’t really get serious and strict until August. In August, I weighed 210 pounds.

The best advice I can give to anyone who wants to lose weight is eat breakfast. Don’t skip it. Also, start over if you fail. You don’t have to wait till the next day or the next weekend. You can start over that day, that minute. Take a chance on yourself. Just do it.

The biggest lesson I’ve learned is that it’s a process. The weight doesn’t come off fast. It’s all about willpower. I still feel myself from time to time, but I enjoy the fact that I can restart. If I mess up in the morning, I’ve already restarted and recommitted by lunch.

Keisha weight loss

Keisha weight loss

Quick Clean Eating: 10 Delicious Sheet Pan Recipes

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sheet pan recipes

All you need is a sheet pan and great ingredients to make a delicious, quick, clean meal. Think of some of your favorite roasted veggies. Now, combine them with your favorite proteins. Bam!! You’re on to something. Cooking this way saves time, especially when it comes to meal prepping. Check out the recipes below for some great combinations.

Broiled Shrimp and Broccoli with Cashews Sauce – Ready in 15 minutes and just 267 calories per serving.  (via A Healthy Life for Me)

One Pan Roasted Lemon Pepper Salmon and Garlic Parmesan Asparagus – A delicious, super simple recipe that is great for family dinners. (via Cooking Classy)

Healthy Baked Chicken Italian Sausage and Peppers – Made with lean, nitrate-free and MSG-free chicken sausage. (via Organize Yourself Skinny)

One Pan Roasted Mediterranean Cod – This recipe is gluten free and paleo friendly. (via Kit’s Coastal)

Sheet Pan Balsamic-Herb Chicken and Vegetables – This is a great starter recipe for anyone who is new to meal prepping. Very simple to make. (via Skinnytaste)

One Pan Roasted Chicken and Potatoes – This one is not as quick (about an hour) but I’m including it because it tastes great! (via Laura in the Kitchen)

Apricot-Stuffed Pork with Potatoes and Brussels Sprouts – To make this recipe clean, choose an apricot jam with no sugar added. (via Martha Stewart)

One Sheet Pan Shrimp Frittatas – Shrimp, peppers, onion, olive oil and spices. Simple! Use whole wheat tortillas. (via. Number 2 Pencil)

One Pan Blackened Cod, Sweet Potatoes, and Zucchini – Sweet and smoked flavors blend very well in this recipe. (via Slender Kitchen)

Garlic Honey Chicken with Potatoes and Broccoli – Omit the brown sugar to make this a clean meal. (via Fleur de Lolly)

Priscilla lost 76 pounds

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Transformation of the Day: Priscilla lost 76 pounds. This proud mom of two gained 75 pounds during her second pregnancy. Clean eating and portion control helped her to get her eating habits in check. She also developed a love for running and is currently studying to become a personal trainer. Check out her story.

priscilla weight loss

My name is Priscilla and I am the proud mother of two beautiful daughters. During my first pregnancy, I gained 50 pounds. I was on bedrest from 19 weeks until the delivery of my first daughter on April 11, 2006. I was 37 years old at the time of her healthy delivery.

Fortunately, I was able to get back down to my pre-pregnancy weight before getting pregnant for the second time at 39 years old. However, with this pregnancy, I was again placed on bedrest from 24 weeks until the successful delivery on May 11, 2008. During this pregnancy, I gained approximately 75 pounds.

I stopped weighing myself. Following the birth, I gave myself a good amount of time before I
decided to go hardcore and attempt to lose the weight. I started first by down-sizing my portion sizes. Then, I started walking and slowly worked up to running again. I walked six days a week until I built my muscle tone from being on bed rest. It took about 6 months. I started running races and enrolled in a local gym to incorporate weights in to my routine.

Also, during this time I did not eat any sweets or breads. I would only drink 4oz of orange juice in the morning and for the remainder of the day I drank water. I developed a very clean eating plan, including fresh fruits, fresh vegetables and no fried foods.

I am proud to say that after weighing over 211 pounds in 2008, I now weigh 135 pounds and have been able to keep the weight off! My height is 5’5″.

Currently, I am biking, running, and walking for exercise. I’ve run two 5k races and will be participating in an 8k in September. Additionally, I have started an exercising group that meets every Sat at 5:30am. I am currently studying to become a personal trainer.

No matter where you are with your weight challenge, I am here to say that “You can do it!” Having friends along will make the journey even smoother, so please invite folks to join you. With discipline and a good schedule you can meet your goals! Thank you for taking the time out to read my success story. Now, go out and create your own!

Priscilla weight loss story

Jalena lost 33 pounds

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Jalena lost 33 pounds. She weighed in at her highest weight and found out that she had pre-diabetes during a routine physical. Not only did she want to avoid a family history of diabetes and other illnesses, but she also wanted to live a long, healthy life. With the help of an online training program, she got the nutrition and exercise guidance she needed. Check out her story.

Jalena weight loss story

Age: 30
Height: 5’3″
Starting weight: 253 pounds
Current Weight: 219.8 pounds
Weight Lost: 33.2 lbs
Starting Dress Size: 18W
Current Dress Size: 16 Regular
Representing: Hobart, IN

What was your motivation?
My motivation to lose weight was my health and just the way I saw myself. Two months before getting serious about losing weight, I went to my doctor for a routine physical. I have always dreaded going to the doctor because I always have to get on the scale. This doctor appointment was a little different, however. When I had gotten on the scale, I was bigger than I had ever been. It was embarrassing knowing that the nurse and doctor are looking at my weight. When I had my blood work taken, everything came back very well, but I was diagnosed as pre-diabetic. I was not too afraid at the time because I was thinking, “Well, at least it’s not full blown diabetes. However, my doctor seemed very concerned. She wanted me to come back within two weeks to speak with a dietician and get on some type of program. She also recommended Weight Watchers.

I went back to the follow-up appointment two weeks later to speak with the dietician, but I was still not convinced that I needed help. Therefore, I decided to do my own research about pre-diabetes and what I got was a wake-up call. I already have family who suffer from diabetes, high blood pressure and cholesterol. I realized I was not doing this for someone else, but for me. Living the rest of my life is my motivation. If I have the opportunity to make a change; why not do it?

My inspiration for starting my weight loss journey was thinking about the rest of my life and my family. I wanted to feel good in my body. I wanted to like the person I saw in the mirror. I wanted to feel good in clothes, and have a wide variety of clothing choices. At the time, I could only shop in certain stores or certain sections of the store. It became embarrassing, having to look at the plus size clothing when my friends were shopping in the regular sizes. Another inspiration was never wanting to say that I am a diabetic because of my weight. I also wanted to be an inspiration to my mother because I truly wanted her to lose weight too. If she saw that I’d become dedicated to nutrition and exercise, she would eventually want the same for herself.

How did you change your eating habits?
I have changed my eating habits dramatically. Fast food was my go-to for lunch and after work. If I did cook at home, it was something deep fried and I’d want something sweet afterwards. I was also a big snacker; even if I was not hungry. I needed some kind of junk food in my mouth.

Now, I have given up pork, beef and egg yolks. For protein, I just mainly eat chicken. I cook a majority of my food. If I am unable to cook, I will pick up a Subway sandwich on whole wheat bread. I no longer snack throughout the day, but I have a snack every two to three hours between every major meal. I make sure that I have a healthy snack with me when I am out. After I eat lunch and dinner, if I need something sweet to eat, I’ll grab a piece of fruit and/or a 90 calorie brownie bite that I purchase from Aldi. I am still trying to get better with eating enough vegetables, because vegetables have never been one of my favorite food groups. For my snacks, I will eat baby carrots so I can get my vegetables in throughout the day. I look at the nutritional facts on everything I eat to make sure I am making wise choices for my body. I also do not eat after 9p.m.

My nutritionist has taught me that for everything that I use to eat, there is a healthier substitution. Just because I have changed my eating habits, does not mean that I have to have food that does not taste good. My go-to drink used to be Pepsi or sweet tea (and I mean sweet), but I mainly drink water now. If I do have a craving for something else, I’ll do zero calorie flavored water. I have also substituted white sugar for brown sugar and substituted regular potato chips for backed chips. I have substituted regular bread for 100% whole wheat bread (and I loved bread). I do not eat any butter. I use cooking spray or extra virgin olive oil instead. My biggest weakness was Haribogummy bears, and now when I need something to chew on, I’ll get some sugar-free gum. I have learned how to make my own salad dressing and no longer drench my lettuce in fattening salad dressing.

What did you do in terms of exercise?
My workouts consist of Resistance Training and High Intensity Interval Training for an hour and thirty minutes. I was instructed by my personal trainer, Fire. I try to go to the gym between five and six days a week. Sometimes, I may go seven.

How long has your transformation taken so far?
My transformation has taken nine months. I began seeing results in the second month, when my clothes began fitting differently.

What advice would you give to other people who want to lose weight?
The advice I have for others who want to lose weight is that no one is stopping you but you. This is a process that is going to take lots of time and effort. If you dedicate yourself and put in the work, you will definitely reap the rewards. I have learned that we will face setbacks, but you can’t look at that as a failure. Instead, you have to see it as an opportunity to work even harder. Losing weight, becoming a better me and reaping every health benefit possible is a personal investment. I have learned that I never want to look at my body as a liability, but an asset.

Why did the Fitness on Fire Online Training Program work for you vs other programs you’ve tried before?
Fitness on Fire is truly a blessing from God. Before joining, I really felt that I would never be able to lose my weight and I would do nothing but get bigger. With this program you get a personal nutritionist and trainer who are with you every step of the way on your weight loss journey. Nutritionist Guru held me accountable for everything that I put in my mouth, so I am always thinking, “Is that craving really necessary?” Fire personalizes your gym trips, which makes going to the gym fool proof. This program was designed specifically for me because I would have not been able to this by myself. Just thinking about losing weight was frustrating and intimidating before. Now, I have the support of Nutritionist Guru and Fire, which makes this journey all worthwhile.

Annie lost 50 pounds

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Transformation of the Day: Annie lost 50 pounds. After she moved from California to Texas, the large portions of delicious food led to weight gain. Her wakeup call came when she viewed her graduation party/proposal video. She learned how to be disciplined and consistent when it came to releasing the weight. Check out her story.

April weight loss

I relocated to Houston, TX from California. During the 6 years I’ve been here, I gained about 80 pounds due to the abundance of delicious foods and large portion sizes. I weighed about 165 pounds when I moved here. Before I knew it, I weighed 245-250 pounds. I’m tall at 5’10”, so it honestly took a while for me to feel the weight gain. I got a wake up call watching my proposal video from my graduation party. I couldn’t believe the size of my stomach and my face.

I have always been active but I did not realize how sedentary my life had become. I worked out occasionally, but I always drank alcohol and ate whatever I wanted. I thought that I could bounce back, like I used to when I was thinner. I knew I had to take a different approach this time, because I never had to work hard to lose weight before.

I had to get my mind together to make sure I didn’t backslide. There were times when I binge ate gummi bears (my kryptonite) and drank alcohol, but overall I just ate veggies and lean protein. I cut out carbs, limited my alcohol intake and kept my eating habits simple. I got a great jumpstart from doing JJ Smith’s Green Smoothie Cleanse for 10 days.

The main reasons for my success was CONSISTENCY and drinking water. I drank almost a gallon a day. At first, it felt like I wasn’t making any progress but I kept pushing through. My clothes started to fit better and better, until they got too big.

I worked out about 5 times a week. I love the stair master and interval running on the treadmill. I also did 3 days of strength training from a 12 week custom workout plan I had. The 12 week workout plan was from Fit Affinity. I downloaded it to my phone and it was like having a personal trainer in my pocket. It came with a calendar and I was able to track my progress.

I currently weigh 200 pounds. I have started working on getting down to 180 lbs. and maintaining that weight to the best of my abilities. It took me about 4-5 months (From Mid-December 2015 to April 2016) to lose the initial 50 pounds.

My advice to women would be to be consistent and disciplined. The majority of the time, you will not feel like working out or eating right. The feeling of being able to wear what you want makes the sacrifice worth it. I also recommend drinking as much water as possible. I try to drink a gallon a day and I can immediately tell when I don’t drink enough water.

annie before and after

Melissa lost 31 pounds

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Melissa lost 31 pounds. This mom got the wakeup call she needed during an annual checkup. She did not want to be put on high blood pressure medication, and decided that day to start changing her lifestyle. Over the course of 6 months, she has transformed by eating healthy and exercising on a regular basis.

Lissa Weight Loss

What was your motivation?
My motivation was when I went to the doctor’s office for my annual checkup. I was told that my blood pressure was so high that I needed to take medicine. The doctor asked me if was already on medicine. I said (in the nicest way), “No, and I don’t plan on being on any medicine.” I knew that I didn’t want to be on pills for the rest of my life. However, I also knew that I wanted to stick around for my sons a little while longer.

How did you change your eating habits?
I changed my eating habits by eating more vegetables and fruit. I didn’t like eating certain things, and spinach was one of them. Now, spinach is my best friend, along with mix greens, kale, broccoli, and so forth. I stopped eating fried foods and broke away from junk foods. I also used the 10 Day Green Smoothie Cleanse. I also drank more water (96 -128 ounces per day).

What did you do in terms of exercise?
I worked out for 45 – 90 minutes, 6 days a week, doing something different on each day. That could be walking up and down my basement steps, skating, jogging, lifting weights, dancing, etc. I was always moving.

Starting weight/Current weight
My starting weight was 256 pounds, and now I weigh in at 225 pounds. I am 5’3″.

When did you start your journey?
I started my journey in 2015, but I got serious about my health on September 1, 2016. This transformation has taken me 6 months so far. No surgeries were involved. I did this the natural way, by changing what I ate, exercising and getting proper rest.

What advice do you have for other people who want to lose weight?
The advice I have for others who want to lose weight is:
1. You have to do this for yourself because sometimes YOU may be your only cheerleader.
2. Be dedicated to the process, stay focused and push yourself.
3. Don’t let disappointments stop you from reaching your goals.
4. NEVER STOP TRYING!

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Dana lost 44 pounds

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Update Sept 2017: Dana has dropped 6 more pounds.

I’m happy to announce that I am down to a size 14 at EVERY store where I shop! I’m so proud of myself for sticking to it and getting back on the wagon whenever I fell off. I’ve gone from a size 18/20 to a size 14 since Summer 2016. I know I could’ve been at my goal by now (170lbs), but I have no regrets for my setbacks. I still have about 50 pounds to go, and I’m taking my time and doing it my way. After all, I managed to lose 50lbs in a year and got to where I am today. I know that I will get the rest off. I’m encouraged and motivated!

dana before and after

Transformation of the Day: Dana lost 44 pounds. She is a proud mom of two boys who was tired of knee issues and being out of breath. As a Mental Health Professional, she recognized that she was dealing with depression and low self esteem. Logging her daily food intake as a major factor in her success. She’s not done, but she is celebrating her progress. Check out her story.

Dana before and after

Stats:
Height: 5’5
Starting weight: 269lbs
Current weight: 225 lbs
Pounds lost: 44
Clothing size start: 18/20
Current: 14 (Yeah out of plus sizes!! It has been 4 years since I have been
in a 14!!)
Amount of time: 7 months
Programs/Tools I Used: My Fitness Pal, Spark People and Fitbit Blaze

My name is Dana.  I am 37 years old and I have 2 sons who are 18 and 12 years old. 5 years ago, I was down to 152 pounds. I let life and excuses get in my way and soon found myself staring 269 pounds in the face! This was the largest I had ever been, weight wise, in my life. I started to feel that I was losing my self esteem and becoming depressed. Being a Licensed Mental Health Professional, I knew that I needed to do something about it.

I started with monitoring my eating habits. I knew that exercise wasn’t going to be a problem for me, because in the past I really enjoyed it. However, eating has ALWAYS been a challenge. I tried different programs and I didn’t feel like I could stick with any of them. I decided to go back to what worked for me when I was younger, counting calories. I’d already downloaded the My Fitness Pal app and I decided that it was time to start using it consistently. I started recording EVERYTHING I put in my mouth. Liquids and all. I stay within my recommended calorie range most days. I’m still a work in progress. Once I felt like I had my eating habits together, I decided to join a gym (Planet Fitness).

I started my journey in August 2016 at 269 pounds.  Today, I weight 225 pounds.  I lost 44 pounds in 7 months and went from a size 18/20 to a size 14. I’m 6 lbs away from losing 50 lbs in 8 months and I’M NOT finished yet! My long term goal is to weigh 160 pounds. I have no desire to be skinny. No honey, not me. I want to be slim, thick and healthy.

I am doing this for myself and also for my boys. I am tired of my knees bothering me and being out of breath when I shouldn’t be. I definitely can see and feel the difference compared to how I felt before starting this journey.

If I could suggest anything to someone who is newly on this journey, I definitely encourage them to take LOTS of pictures. Also, find different ways to measure your progress, outside of the scale.

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Kayla lost 55 pounds

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Transformation of the Day: Kayla lost 55 pounds. She has been on a weight loss roller coaster. Before losing weight, she had to sleep with an oxygen tank and was suffering with migranes. She lost the weight with Weight Watchers and regular exercise. Then, she slipped back into her old habits and gained some of the pounds back, but she is back on track today. I love that she is sharing her mountain top experience and her vally experience, because there are ups and downs on this journey.

Kayla success story

I’m Kayla and I am 25 years old. I have been on a roller-coaster of a weight loss journey since 2014.I am 5’6″ and my heaviest weight was about 225 pounds. After the new year of 2014, a switch turned on inside me and I decided I wanted to make a positive change.

Initially, I did a modified Daniel Fast with my church just to test my willpower. I cut out sugary drinks, fast food, desserts and carbs. At the end of the fast, I started using Weight Watchers online and used it for about a year and a half. It helped me a lot because I realized just how unhealthy a lot of foods that I had eaten my whole life were. It also helped me with my portion control because I can be a binge eater at times. One of my strengths is that I know myself, my habits and my weaknesses. If I had junk in the house I would eat junk. So, I eliminated the temptation and only kept fruits in my house to snack on when I got a sweet craving. Over time, as I gained willpower, I would treat myself and eat a kids meal or a kid’s size ice cream here and there. I learned to cheat in moderation.

I didn’t know much about working out when I started this journey, so I just focused on being active, which is what I think is most important for beginners. I went to the park any chance I got and walked a few miles. I also started to walk around my neighborhood. For about the first 6 months the only exercise I did was walking. I would walk 1-2 miles several times a week. Soon after, I got a gym membership and started to work on the cardio machines. I didn’t begin weight lifting until I started to work with my first personal trainer. By this time, I had already lost about 30 pounds on my own

Prior to beginning my weight loss journey, I suffered from severe migraines and slept with an oxygen tank next to my bed. Within a year, I had a gym membership, I’d lost 55 pounds and my migraines were gone! My smallest weight was 170 pounds and I was the happiest and healthiest I’d ever been.

When I wanted to give up, I would always think about how far I could go and what kind of results I could get if I DIDN’T quit. That’s what kept me motivated, my confidence in my own results.

Within a year of losing 60 pounds naturally, I stopped working out, fell back into my old habits, and regained about 40 lbs. This lead to some depression. I am now in a much better place mentally and on a second journey to rebuild myself even better than before! My current weight is 198 pounds. I began my second journey on January 1st 2017.

Advice: Start off with small changes and gradually add in more and more changes. Never quit. Even if you mess up, pull yourself together and keep going. The journey will not be easy or perfect but consistency is the number one way to achieve the results that you want.

Instagram: @ProjectConfident

Kayla weight loss story