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Diana's Journey

Diana's Journey

My name is Diana and I have a weight problem.

I have been on a weight loss/gain yoyo since my early teens. I can blame my shape on genetics, but the majority is my fault. I eat when I’m upset, when I’m happy, to celebrate, or just because it’s there. I can honestly say that I love food.

I’ve joined numerous weight loss programs over the years, and have been able to reach my goal a few times, and then, feeling that I could keep on top of my weight by myself, I’d leave the program and end up gaining all my weight back, plus more. I weigh more now at 240lbs now! In fact, I weigh more than I did when I was 9 months pregnant with each of my children. I feel very uncomfortable in my own skin, I avoid getting pictures taken at all costs, and I am tired most of the time. Not to mention all the health issues that this has caused, like Type II diabetes, and high cholesterol.

I had noticed that a friend at work had lost some weight and was looking amazing (not that she didn’t look amazing before), so I asked her what she had done to get to that point. She told me about Christina and the healthy living program that she was following. My friend then asked me if I’d like her to give my information to Christina so that I could meet with her and find out more about the program. After meeting with Christina, I had to make a decision as to whether I wanted to do this. I wanted very much to lose the weight and feel better, but I have to admit that I was a little scared at the same time because I knew I’d have to be strict with myself. I talked to my husband and he said he would support me completely in my decision, so I decided that I needed to do this so here I am…

Goodbye 20lbs!

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Time has flown by, but I’m not going to lie and say it’s easy. It’s been hard, but well worth the effort. I don’t just feel like I’m on another diet though. I can’t really explain it, but it’s more of a thought process change, as well as an eating change.

Each week, Christina has added more or changed exercises, or adjusted my meal plan based on the results I’ve had each week. She explains why she is doing certain things or changing exercises, based on how my body reacts and how I feel. I’m not just another sheep in the flock, my plan is for me, and it’s making a big difference.

I’m so happy with my results so far. Not just the weight that I’ve lost, but my energy level too. I feel so much better already. I can’t wait to see how I feel when I lose the next 20lbs.

Thanks Christina!

Another 20 Lbs!

I’m so happy with the progress I’m making. I have not had a week go by where I haven’t lost at least 1lb. The pants that I was wearing before I started the program now literally fall off, belts aren’t even an option, and I’m thrilled.

Every person I know tells me how great I look, and I owe it all to Christina. Having Christina in my corner is keeping me from only working on this journey halfheartedly. I feel motivated to keep going, and look forward to our meetings each week so I can see how much more progress I’ve made. 40lbs in 14 weeks is better than I ever thought would be possible. I weigh less now than I have in the last 10 years, and so does my husband. He is down an incredible 45lbs, and has been so very supportive in my/our journey.

I’m excited for the next 20lbs to disappear, and for me to be at my goal weight.

GOAL!

I never thought I would actually say that. I had hopes, but I think deep down, I still doubted myself a bit. I probably would have had another failed attempt to lose the weight if it hadn’t been for Christina keeping me on track.

This has been a great experience for me. I’ve learned more than I knew before, or should I say “thought” I knew.

I’m so very happy that I have hit my goal weight and that I’m now in maintenance. Although, the thought of starting to eat more “regular” foods does scare me a bit, and I worry that I will start to lose track again, and start creeping up. I know that with Christina in my corner, I’ll have a better chance than ever before.

So here’s to this new phase in my life, of being healthy, and looking pretty darn good. I’m NEVER going back to the old me.

Thanks so much Christina! You have made such a difference for me. (((HUGS)))