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My story isn’t any different than anyone else’s. The difference is that I chose to do something about it! The heaviest I weighed was 275 lbs (medically recorded). I had weekly physician check ups because my blood pressure readings were consistently on the high end. I was diagnosed as hypertensive and borderline Type II Diabetic. I was prescribed five different medications to control my blood

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My story isn’t any different than anyone else’s. The difference is that I chose to do something about it! The heaviest I weighed was 275 lbs (medically recorded). I had weekly physician check ups because my blood pressure readings were consistently on the high end. I was diagnosed as hypertensive and borderline Type II Diabetic. I was prescribed five different medications to control my blood pressure - six ,if I included the water pill. I was obese with a body fat index of 34%! OBESE ~ a word that took me aback because I was a former fitness professional and competitive aerobic champion. I never thought I would allow myself to become that large. I was tired of being tired!
Action: My fitness journey began with the purchase of the 10 Minute Trainer. I committed myself to eat healthier and stuck to a fitness program. Afterwards I began walking for 30 minutes then progressed to running and weight training. As the weight dropped two things happened: my clothes got too big to wear and the compliments and questions from friends and co-workers were frequent.
Results: My current weight is 175lbs and have maintained the weight for the last 2 years. I wear medium size shirts and 33 size pants. At 45 years old I am more active and have more energy than my early years! I am eating better and smarter! Shakeology and the P90X bars supplement my dietary needs. I run approximately 25 miles a week and cross train with weight training, P90X and stretching. My accomplishments include running several 10K races and a marathon!
The Lesson: It's all about progression folks! No quick fixes, no short cuts, no diet pills. My past medical cost included $5000.00 in Doctor Visits, $2000.00 in lab tests and $3000.00 in medication cost. My journey to health all started with a personal investment of $80.00!
Commitment: “I am a living testament that YOU can change your health and improve your life. I am committed to a healthier self and community by touching the lives of people whom I come in contact with."
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