Mission Viejo

Member Since July 2007

My Story
I have always had issues with my weight; I was a chubby child and as a teenager I struggled with eating disorders and crash dieting. But in 2005 (after having two kids) I found myself not only overweight but in the worst shape of my life. I felt so unhealthy and lacking in energy plus I had chronic heartburn and shortness of breath. My father had died suddenly that same year and I was using food to pacify my grief and feel better.
By 2007 I was up to 190 pounds and was becoming more and more isolated, depressed, and embarrassed. I knew that I was way too young to be this unhealthy and if I continued down this path I wouldnt be around for my family. So I broke out of my shell and joined my churchs weight loss group in the spring of 2007. I finally learned how to face my feelings instead of stuffing them down with food. I also learned how to eat more moderately and make small changes in my diet which made huge changes in the long run.
By the fall of 2007 I had lost 20 pounds and was brave enough to start an exercise program. On a whim I walked into the local Curves and saw a bunch of women who were exercising with smiles on their faces! I signed up on the spot and have never regretted my decision. Curves has given me the opportunity to strengthen my body and spur on my weight loss journey. After joining Curves (and Curves Smart) I was able to drop another 50 pounds which of course has completely changed my life. I am so much more outgoing and confident now; I feel like I can handle anything! My energy level has drastically improved to the point that my body will wake me up to exercise. Moving my body is no longer a chore but a privilege. Success at Curves has encouraged me to try other types of exercise: walking, then biking, and now running. Im amazed to think that I just completed my first 1/2 marathon when 2 years ago I was winded by just climbing the stairs!
For the first time in my life Im confident that I can keep the weight off for good and I owe it all to Curves. I am living proof that Curves works!!!!

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