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Imagine an exhausted and depressed mother of 3 young children, 35 lbs. over weight, and raw from the news that she has just been diagnosed with cervical cancer. This was my story just a short time ago. However it feels like a lifetime ago…. And thanks to Team Beach Body, it truly is!

Let me jump back a bit to give you the full picture. I have been an athlete my whole life. I was raised by a mother who was very passionate about creating healthy meals for her family. I played sports year round from the time I was 13 years old. I played softball in college and remained in great physical shape throughout my early 20’s.

Here came my child bearing years. After my first child was born, my body bounced right back. A few years later, my son was born weighing10 lbs. Let’s just say my tummy was not quite as forgiving the second time around. I got pregnant again with my 3rd child and I was exhausted. Though I LOVED being a nursing mom, my body was not responding with such vim and vigor. My last baby was born at home and came in at a whopping 12 lbs! Tummy= bowl of Jello.

I gained 60 lbs. during my last pregnancy and I was so low energy. It was very frustrating to go from the life of a top athlete to barely functioning. I went to the doctor for a routine check up and to discuss my super low energy levels. I was desperate for any suggestions to help me feel better. They ran several tests on me.

A few days later, I was diagnosed with cervical cancer. Cervical cancer is caused by the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) Because of subsequent births, exhaustion and poor nutrition, my immune system was very low. When the immune system is low, the virus begins raging through the body. Here began the breakdown of my health.

When I was diagnosed with cervical cancer it was terrifying. The Doctors where pushing for radical surgery. In that moment, it was hard to be clear and trust which were the best steps to take. It is difficult to trust your instincts inside a body that seemingly has failed you. But, I decided to combine the recommended surgeries along with some alternative methods. I began the process of a very balanced diet; free from any processed foods. I began feeding my body with potent supplements and exercising vigorously. Combined with quiet meditation and taking physical action, I began feeling really strong and healthy.

When we went in to test how advanced the cancer had spread, the doctors where stunned! The cancerous cells where just surface level. They scrapped the minimal cells and all tests came back clear. My doctors called me with the results and kept voicing astonishment. Based on the initial diagnoses, statistically they where sure the cancer was advanced. However, this was not the case with me. The doctor actually used the term “miracle”. She asked if I would be willing to share my success and healing with the Medical board at a major University. Of course I was pretty excited and passionate about my health at this point.

This was the beginning of my pioneering journey to educate myself on true health and fitness. So, you can imagine my enthusiasm when I first began to learn about Beachbody and all their phenomenal programs and nutritional support. For me, exercise and healthy food choices are not a luxury, it is a MUST! The journey of health and well being can be a lonely path. But, it doesn’t have to be. BB has provided me with the support and accountability through the online community that gives me the push to keep going when I don’t quite have the willpower.

The awesome thing about Beachbody is that their nutritional programs provide me with alternative foods to support my continued health. They offer information on gluten-free foods and dairy alternatives. This is such a relief because as you can imagine, it is difficult to find something to support such a strict diet regime. They have put together a holistic approach that is the perfect recipe for success! They even provided me with a personal coach.

And, what a treat to be personally coached my dear cousin Traci Morrow. She helped me choose the right program to begin with. I completed Power 90 Masters series. After falling in love with the workouts and seeing immediate results, I was sold! I felt so strong that I decided to order P90X. I was in for a ride! It was rough, but through the message boards and other’s stories, I felt encouraged and inspired and knew I could continue on.

Within just a few weeks I was seeing even greater results. I could not believe my eyes. Before I was driven to keep my clean bill of health, never did I dream of getting a rockin’ body as a by-product. But, did I ever! Those glorious ab muscles begin smiling up at me and I was on fire! I reached my goal weight and lost several inches all over my body. I feel spectacular!

The BB supplements keep my body functioning at peak levels. I am the strongest, and healthiest I have been in my entire life! I continue to get stronger and more ripped. I NEVER thought I could have great abs after my 3 births. I can say whole-heartedly that even with university level athletic training, my body never looked as chiseled and lean as I do now.

Friends and family have said to me, “Oh, you must spend hours everyday working out and eat nothing” I am always so thrilled to share with them that I actually eat more and exercise less. It is just that Team Beachbody has refined exercise and nutrition to the most efficient and fun programs. They have made it so easy and rewarding to succeed!

BB has truly changed my life. It has given me a way to stay healthy and fit beyond my wildest dreams. It is so thrilling to consider how far I have come. Each step is a success. BB knows this, and is there to cheer me on along the way. My energy has skyrocketed and I am using BB programs to train for a ½ marathon in Malibu with Traci Morrow, and several other members of the BB community.

My passion now extends beyond my own fit body. I want to share with all those folks that fitness and well being are achievable; and easier than you think! BB Coaching is just the ticket. Now I have the awesome chance to support others on their unique path to health and freedom. Thank you Beachbody for providing the vehicle to transform my body into the glorious reflection of all my inner strength and achievement and giving me the chance to help others do the same.