Tarpon Springs

Member Since May 2006

My Story
Right after I hit 40, I went to the doctor for a check up. I knew I had gained weight and wasn't really that active anymore, I was always working or taking care of someone else. Imagine my surprise when the doctor told me that my cholesterol was way too high, my blood pressure was at stroke level and my heart had an irregular beat with some blockage in the center wall. My mouth hit the ground and I thought maybe my blood work and test results had gotten mixed up with someone elses, unfortunately, that was not the case. Well, I knew I was too young to have health issues like that, so I decided it was time..I had to do something for myself. I had tried to walk in the evenings, but that lasted about a week..it was boring and I needed someone, or something, that could help keep me motivated..someone who understood where I was and how I was feeling. Well, I searched on line and saw there was a Curves a mile away from my house, so I thought, why not, I'll give it a try...it's all women and they seem like "real" women not the "Barbie-doll" women you see in a lot of fitness centers. Thank you, God, here I am 3 years later and my cholesterol, blood pressure and heart condition are all under control. The blockage is gone from the middle of my heart and the doctor has said if I continue on this path, I will be able to stop taking the daily medications that I'm on. I work out at Curves, with Curves Smart, five days a week. Every morning at 6am, I meet other members there and we hold each other accountable. Curves is great no matter what your age or physical condition. The hyrdaulic resistance of the equipment, along with the guidance of Curves Smart, make it a unique and challenging workout for every individual. The staff are all very knowledgeable, are always willing to help perfect your form and encourage you to keep going...especially when Curves Smart is flashing yellow..lol. I still have 58 pounds to go to my ultimate weight loss goal, but I know with the support of my friends at Curves Tarpon Springs, I'm going to succeed!! (And, if I don't, that's ok too, because they will still support me and encourage me to keep trying.) I have made lifelong friends at Curves and can't imagine my life without them