Transformations

TRANSFORMATIONS

Last week was certainly interesting. But in a good way! I've been pulled or pushed out of my comfort zone quite a bit and I always feel amazing once I come through to the other side. It started with my westside FIT meeting in Beaverton last week. Followed by a presentation on my Mt. Hood adventure and lessons learned. Then I signed up a new health coach (Welcome, Emily! She's going to do great, don't you think?!) Then on Saturday I gave the Take Shape For Life Presentation at Mt. Hood Community College in the Auditorium. Check out the size of that screen! But I digress. Let me tell you about what's on my mind this week.

THEN

Weighed WAY too much. A good day for me consisted of 7 items from Taco Bell, the kids playing quietly so I could take a nap after I was full and then avoiding people until I absolutely had to be with them. I think that, being a stay at home mom, perhaps I was feeling isolated and depressed. There was a cycle that I couldn't stop. Feel bad because I'm gross, eat because I feel bad, get gross because I couldn't stop eating. This was paired with a sedentary lifestyle.  

I've told people before about my breaking point, so if you've heard it, then skip this paragraph. Let me retell it here really quick.

MY BREAKING POINT

Obese as I was, I still enjoyed a thrill where ever I could find it. For my daughters graduation we flew down to Southern California to hop some roller coasters. I got to that Super Man ride at Six Flags and was pretty excited. The other coasters I had been on were fun. I was nervous each time, however, about whether or not I'd fit. This ride, I did not fit. With the whole roller coaster full of people staring at me, I had 5 park attendants jumping on me to try to close the gate. That didn't work. I had to get off that coaster, my daughter with me, and walk the plank of shame. Everyone knew that I was getting off because I was too fat. That moment ruined the rest of the trip for me. I was scared to get on any rides. I was depressed. I was embarrassed.

NOW

So, now, despite a few bumps in the road, I am down 120 lbs and feel better than ever. My immune system is strong. I am hardly ever sick anymore. I have learned the importance of healthy eating and movement. I've learned that it isn't about just one thing or one pound here or there, but its about changing your whole belief system about eating, weight loss and health. I've learned proper portion sizes, proper nutrition and proper activity. I've learned I love people. I love to help people, listen to people and talk to people. I have learned that Taco Bell is not good. Naps during the day aren't always necessary and you don't have to be full to get to sleep. 

WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE?

Take Shape For Life, my health coach Chemae and the support of my friends and family-that is the difference. You start with Dr. Anderson and his Habits of Health, you add the highest quality portion controlled meal replacements and you add a Health Coach. Magic begins to happen. You start to feel good, because you start to feel good you start to move more. Because you move more, you lose more. Because you lose more, you gain more confidence and you move more! Its a whole new cycle! Its a great cycle! This is the one you want! 

INVITATION

In conclusion, I'd love to invite you to just privately contact me if you'd like to know more about Take Shape For Life or my role as a health coach. I'm straight up. I tell it like it is and I will not pressure you. Even if right now is not a good time for you, get some info so you'll know where to go when it is time. Call, email, facebook, text... I'm available. You'll never know unless you ask. And by the way, this is not a program for obese people. I bet you know someone who could use health in their lives, has 10 lbs of vanity weight to take off, or needs help managing their hypoglycemia? ect, ect ect.

IN CONCLUSION

Check me out last Saturday telling my story at Mt. Hood Community College. Was the presentation perfect? NOPE. Learned a few things, kind of feel bad about one or two of them. And HELLO, check out my poor posture. I'll be adding that to the 'things to fix' list. But the thing is, I wasn't afraid to get in front of some of the people I admire most, a crowd and a big screen and talk! I wasn't afraid to fail! woah. Let me say that again. I wasn't afraid to fail. I just wanted to try, see if I am good enough to continue down that path and be invited back. 6 months ago, I got hives when I talked about calling someone on the phone. Now I'm here speaking on a big stage because I have the confidence to do so.

I really love helping others achieve their goals and dreams. Its my favorite. Don't be shy. Contact me today.

503-936-9728  husk7736@comcast.net