Cicero, NY
The year 2008 and 2009 were tough years for me, challenging me both physically and mentally. I was diagnosed with breast cancer on my son's 14th birthday, April 1, 2008. Since then I have undergone 9 surgeries, including a double mastectomy, 16 weeks of chemo and will soon be finished with my breast reconstruction My name is Melissa and I am a 46 year old single mother to a wonderful 16 year old
The year 2008 and 2009 were tough years for me, challenging me both physically and mentally. I was diagnosed with breast cancer on my son's 14th birthday, April 1, 2008. Since then I have undergone 9 surgeries, including a double mastectomy, 16 weeks of chemo and will soon be finished with my breast reconstruction My name is Melissa and I am a 46 year old single mother to a wonderful 16 year old son.
In my late teens, I started to become very active, being a member of one fitness club or another, and have continued down that path, more or less. What I was lacking, was proper nutrition. Not having issues with weight gain, I could eat whatever I want, whenever I wanted. When you are struck by a disease such as cancer, you come to realize that sometimes "you cannot control your fate". What you can control, however, are the days that we are here, and the way in which we choose to live them.
I have had my share of "real" excuses for not having worked out regularly the past 18 months. I also have came up with those "other" excuses. I miss the endorphin buzz, the boost of energy, all that accompanies a good work out. I lost my father to cancer a little over a year ago, and although cancer may have struck me as well, I still have my "faith in my fate".
I may not have been able to give 100% to my workouts, but I also didn't commit to eating healther. I need to set a better example for my son. I have no more excuses, I am ready. I am ready to take back control of my body and my life. I have polished up my sneakers and am ready to "bring it". I am on a journey to succeed and to get that P90X booty butt!
If you, or anyone you know, is looking to live a more fit and healthy life, please feel free to contact me.
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