Beginning My Journey

A few months ago, my husband deployed. I found myself in a new town where I didn't know many people, a brand new house that I had no idea how to take care of, and no job to be found in this small town. I was lonely, depressed, and significantly heavier than I had ever been. Upon printing the pictures that were taken of our "see you soons" (you never say goodbye in the Army), I realized just how bad it had gotten. I was looking at a person that I didn't even recognize. I was crying into my heaping helping of macaroni and cheese with extra hot dogs and feeling like my life was over.

I remember doing my hair and makeup to send this pic to my hubs overseas. I was forcing a smile and trying to feel pretty, but all I didn't even send it to him because I was so embarrassed at how round my face was. Total wake up call!

A lot of military wives I have met over the years seem to fall into this self pity phase. Some remain stuck in that miserable place until their loved one comes home. I chose a different route. I chose to throw out that stash of Cheetos and Snickers bars and face this thing head on. I wasn't sure where to start exactly, but I knew I couldn't spend the next 9 months feeling miserable, so I chose a new path.

I chose health. I signed up at my local gym and tentatively began to attend classes. At first, I started with Zumba. That first day of class, I thought I wouldn't make it out of there alive! I was shocked at how out of shape I really was and how in denial I had been about it. Once I got a little more brave, I started trying different classes, including Spin and Pilates. I loved the rush that I got after each class I completed. I felt so alive!

We're almost halfway through this deployment now and I am happy to report that I am just shy of 20lbs lighter. I am no longer pre-diabetic, and my overall health has improved drastically. My new found love of fitness has changed my life for the better.

I'm taking it to the next level now. I have recently started running and am participating in a Mud Run in 10 days! Eek! Once that is over, I am starting BeachBody workout programs. I never would have imagined doing these things just a few short months ago.

I am currently working towards my certification to teach fitness classes and have become a BeachBody independent coach. I am thrilled to be able to have the opportunity to help others do the same as I have done and put down that spoonful of mac and cheese and become a happier, healthier person. Feel free to contact me to see how you can change your life as well!