Getting There! (Pics)

jdenig

I am a 26 year old mother of one. I have always been in decent shape throughout school with sports and other activities.

I love food. All food. Being able to cut down my portion sizes and the types of food I consumed was something I never really worried about.....I wanted to be thin and fit but I never really stuck with any plan to change. After seeing my "before" picture shown below I knew it was time to actually do something about my weight and health. That photo was taken at my daughter's 1st birthday party in December 2012.



I would flip flop from one fad diet to another, tried Insanity, 30 Day Shred and Wii Fit. Even though I found them effective I got bored easily.

I finally decided to stick with something and since the 30 Day Shred was only 20 minutes it fit better into my schedule I decided on that one. I woke up at 5am, completed my workout, showered, got my daughter up, fed her breakfast, took her to daycare and then went on to work. Sometimes, when I was feeling up for it I would go for a jog in the evenings.

I did really well on the 30 Day Shred, in fact, I stayed with it for 6 total weeks. I felt fabulous. Although, it began to get harder and harder to wake up at 5am....

I then signed up for the Tough Mudder Michigan 2013 and I knew I had to get myself in gear and if I didn't there would be high prices to pay!

I worked my buns off...literally! Went to the gym, started weight training, went jogging and started healthier eating habits.

My team and I killed it at the TM and we had an absolute blast while doing it. The experience is nearly indescribable as it was just as much of an emotional experience as a physical one.

3 days ago I began a Raw Food Diet. I call it a diet, but its really carving a path for a healthier lifestyle. So far, I have lost 6lbs in 3 days in a healthy way, and my energy is through the roof. I feel better than ever, on top of the world!

In 27 days I hope to share more photos of my successful journey.

I do this all for my beautiful, amazing daughter. She deserves to have a healthy Mom!

tanna82

Well done! Your hard work is paying off.

Sactown900

Good for you.

lauraellie10

Fantastic story. And amazing progress pic. Well done xx

norahwynn

You look great! Keep up the great work and I look forward to see an update in 27 days!! :flowerforyou:

DaniDC28

Awesome! You look great!

jdenig

Thanks everyone! We are all, always a "work in progress!" I appreciate all the positive feedback!

thesupremeforce

Looking good! Keep it up!

czardastx

Good job, the change is plain to see. Keep it up, you're looking fantastic!

jdenig

I made it to my goal weight to be under 130lbs, I have now been at 129 for 3 weeks and doing well maintaining. Looking back at photos really helps me see how far I have come!

I can FINALLY say I am happy with my body and the work it continues to impress me with, 21 pounds down!

I don't think losing more will be part of my plans now, toning and maintaining are on my mind!

SexyLovinmeCook

You look good girl!!!! Keep up the good work!