Madison, WI

Member Since June 2007

My Story
I have been overweight most of my adult life and have struggled with weight for most of my life. Ive tried so many diets and programs I cant even count them. Like most people, I gained a few pound every year and just bought bigger clothes when I really needed them. As I got bigger and bigger my body started aching. I had problems with my knees, feet, and I was never able to keep up with others when we went anyplace we needed to walk. I avoided places and activities that I knew would be difficult for me so I wouldnt be embarrassed. One day, I was watching a show on TV and it talked about how the average person gained about 10 pounds a year. As I was approaching 30 at the time it hit me.....by the time Im forty Ill be 100 pounds heavier or almost 400 pounds!!!! At that moment I knew I had to do something different. I joined a weight management program, but realized that I needed to exercise too. My Mom and Co-worker suggested I try Curves.

Once I joined Curves I loved it, 30 minutes 3 times a week, it was perfect for me. I come during my lunch break and besides being good for my body, it really helps with stress too. I really enjoy all of the staff and feel they are always encouraging. I was truly amazed when I started getting measured on a monthly basis. I really couldnt believe that this was working and I enjoyed it!!! Now I feel like I have so much more energy and my body doesnt hurt anymore! I cant even describe how much better I feel about myself, it is truly amazing to me. When I first came in, I couldnt even reach my feet when I stretched. Now I can reach my feet and beyond!!!! Since I started my weight loss journey Ive lost over 105 pounds and went from a size 26 to a size 12.

I have hit points where Ive hit a plateau and I was frustrated, but I knew if I kept coming eventually I would break through it and I did. So my best advice to anyone is to keep at it!!!! Believe me, if I can do this anyone can!!!!!

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