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My Photos | GiNaGiNa Spending most of your life overweight is a way of life. You get used to no one really taking much notice of you, and staying in the shadows. You close yourself up, and stay inside as much as possible. For the longest time, I just thought I would never amount to much of anything. I believed that I was destined to be overweight for the rest of my life, I'd have a decent job that paid the bills, and Spending most of your life overweight is a way of life. You get used to no one really taking much notice of you, and staying in the shadows. You close yourself up, and stay inside as much as possible. For the longest time, I just thought I would never amount to much of anything. I believed that I was destined to be overweight for the rest of my life, I'd have a decent job that paid the bills, and would spend my life alone. Too be honest, I just stopped caring about life and the people around me. I was 23 years old, did nothing on weekends, spent my time indoors, could care less about my grades in school, was very careless with my money, and in general just a sad human being. I don't want to make this depressing, I just have to give you a clear picture of what I used to be. Well no longer. A little over a year ago, I decided to take hold of myself. I made a decision that it was time to wake up and live my life to the fullest. I worked hard. I was incredibly strict with myself. I began reading like mad, learning as much about fitness and nutrition as possible. Slowly overtime with my new habits (exercise & eating good foods) I realized that not only was my appearance changing, I was becoming someone different. I began to care about people and myself in a way that I never had before. I began to realize the opportunities I had at my feet and that I needed to take those. I realized that I was worth it! And so here I am. Half of my old self. 154 pounds and 181 inches of me is gone, FOREVER. I am happy. Healthy. Energetic. Empowered. Confident. And you can be too! I've grown up in a small town called Grottoes in Virginia. I've lived here my entire life. I haven't really been too many places aside from that. My new plan is too see as much of the world as possible. I'm 24 years old. I work full time and I'm a full time student. Between my posting on here, coaching, working and going to school, I don't have a huge amount of free time. But when I do I love working out (I make time for this!!) with my turbo jam videos. I also love baking cakes, and I've been told I'm pretty good at it. I love to watch movies of all kinds. I enjoy dancing around with my mp3 player too all kinds of music. I love to go four wheeling and get covered head to toe in mud. I'm pretty much game for anything lately. I have so many things on my to do list to try and experience. I plan on spending the rest of my life fullfilling my dreams while I'm as fit as possible! My Progress My Fitness Goal: Transformation Story
I began my weight loss journey back in December of 2005. I made a decision the day before Christmas that I really needed to change my life. I also figured that if I could avoid all the unhealthy food More...
I began my weight loss journey back in December of 2005. I made a decision the day before Christmas that I really needed to change my life. I also figured that if I could avoid all the unhealthy food my family makes on holidays, that I could probably handle just about anything. So that was the beginning of my new life. I started slow by changing a few habits, eating after 7:30, eating fast food and eliminating sweet iced tea. It was really hard to make these changes, but it really worked. Pounds quickly came off as I worked to improve the habits that I've had for years. I also began an exercise routine. I started with walking outside, using a gazelle, and creating a strength routine with some basic equipment (a body ball, medicine ball and free weights). This set the wheels in motion for my transformation. As time grew I wanted to do more and learn more. So I began reading books about diets, nutrition and fitness. I wanted to educate myself on the right way to do this. I've never dieted in my life, this was my one time shot to change my life and I did not intend to fail. As I became more educated and determined I wanted to find new ways to exercise. So after about 7 months of working to improve my health, I ordered Turbo Jam. I have to say that Chalene Johnson truly helped to change my life. I loved the program and became a total Turbo Addict. I now have all the videos and just can't stay away. Turbo Jam actually made me realize that exercise can be fun and not feel like torture. Within 8 pounds of learning how to rethink the way I eat, move and think I had lost a whopping 154 pounds and 181 inches total. I was and am now I totally different person, not just outside but on the inside. I have regained my confidence and self esteem. I know now that I'm not limited and I can do anything I set my mind too. I have an easier time making friends and meeting new people. I'm more comfortable in my own skin. Right now I own just about every program offered by Team Beach Body. :) I have quite the collection. I do a combination rotation of Turbo Jam, P90X, P90, Slim in 6, Hip Hop Abs, Yoga Booty Ballet and Rockin Abs. I enjoy them all for very different reasons. So if you want some information on a program, definitley drop me a line!! I just recently got certified as a Turbo Kick instructor this past March and I'm thrilled to be able to share Turbo with my community. I plan to instruct at local community centers and possibly a few churches to get the word out. I want people to know that their weight loss dreams can be achieved and it doesn't need to feel overwhelming. Currently I am studying to be a personal trainer through the International Sports Science Association and I plan to get Certifications in Group Fitness Instruction as well as Nutrition and Wellness Consultation. I also hope to attend a Hip Hop Hustle workshop this May. My life has changed as you can tell!! I love to help people realize their potential for a happy, healthy life. So if you're ready for the challenge...and want someone to help you on your way, drop me an email and we'll get started. Stop waiting and putting this off until next week, next year or even tomorrow. The time to start is NOW. It's time for you to start exercising and reshaping your body. It's time to get gain more energy, and make yourself happier and healthier. It's time to fuel your body with good foods, stop dieting and get serious about this. Realize that their just isn't a quick solution to your weight problem and you need to work hard to change your life. Nothing in life thats worth it is easy. REMEMBER THAT. Now stop readin'...and get movin...it's time to CHANGE YOUR LIFE!!!! | ||||||||
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