I met Carla and her husband at church. They’re weight loss success stories are so inspiring! I’m so grateful Carla is sharing her story with us today. Her ‘before’ picture was July of 2009 at 211 lbs. Her ‘after’ picture was in October 2012 (trust me… her triceps are STILL just as fabulous today). Her desire is to share her story all over the country and to help other women realized that they too can become healthy, fit and fabulous at any age!
How much weight have you lost?
- I have lost a total of 94 lbs. However, I’ve gained 10 lbs of lean muscle mass.
What motivated you to get healthier?
I was told by a health care professional that I was pre-diabetic, pre-hypertensive and had osteoarthritis in my knees. I knew that I didn’t want to stick myself with a needle or take a bunch of pills for the rest of my life. I walked out of that appointment with determination to change my ways and to lose weight. I started educating myself more and more and began my personal transformation journey.
When you felt discouraged, how did you remain focused on your goals?
- I didn’t have any big challenges in the beginning. I didn’t really feel discouraged until I hit a plateau. Then I re-evaluated my diet and changed my exercise program. Within a few weeks, the weight started coming off.
What suggestions, tips, or advice would you share with someone who is just beginning their weight loss journey?
- 1) Remember that personal transformation is a lifestyle change. This must be a permanent new way of life.
- 2) If you change your way of thinking, then your body has no choice but to change. You can change physically BUT if you don’t change mentally then your physical change will not be permanent.
- 3) You won’t always be perfect 100% of the time BUT eventually it will become a habit.
Thank you, Carla, for motivating us today! Do YOU want to share your weight loss success story? Please email me at [email protected] and I would love to feature you!
Great tips/advice. I agree with everything that was said! I lost 47lbs & have kept it off for about 1 1/2 years now. It’s definitely a lifestyle change & there are some days that aren’t the best, but you don’t have to let one day get you down. Just do better the next day (It doesn’t have to be a Monday to start either.) 🙂
Thanks for sharing, Amber. Are you feeling the urge to share your story on my site?
That is totally awesome! I like the idea that we don’t have to be 100% perfect because sometimes I can’t resist a little chocolate and peanut butter 🙂 Weightloss, to be effective has to be a lifestyle change because otherwise we’ll go right back. Thanks for sharing!
Absolutely, Britney. Healthy living doesn’t mean deprivation. It means moderation.
So inspiring! I love that your attitude has to change too – you don’t usually hear about that part of the transformation, but it’s so crucial. Thanks for sharing!!
Attitude is key, Kaylynn! Carla is a perfect example.
Amazing! Im in need of that personal lifestyle change myself. Great tips!
You came to the right place, Amber!
Great advice! And way to go on your success!
Isn’t she amazing, Jesseca?!?!