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Leslie D. Intro - Striving for a Healthier Tomorrow

lmf3e
lmf3e Posts: 1 Member
in Introduce Yourself
Hi, FitFam!

I'm on a journey to transform my life, and I wanted to share my story with all of you. A little over a year ago, my doctor dropped a life-changing bombshell: I needed to shed 40 pounds to escape the clutches of pre-diabetes, improve my blood pressure, and reduce stress. It was a wake-up call that couldn't be ignored any longer.

I'll admit, I didn't immediately jump into exercise after my doctor's recommendation. Procrastination seemed like my best friend for a while. But them something incredible happened. I was lucky to land a job that finally offered a living wage - a true turning point in my life.

With newfound motivation, I decided it was time to take my health seriously. I embraced fitness as my partner in the journey. And the results are nothing short of astonishing: I'm already 20 pounds down and feeling better than I have in years.

But the finish line is still ahead, and it's a 40-pound weight loss goal I'm determined to reach. So here I am, joining this incredible fitness community for inspiration, guidance, and a whole lot of motivation.

I know it won't be easy, but with your support and advice, I believe I can make it. Let's sweat, inspire, and celebrate each other's successes on this path to a healthier, happier life.

Together, we can achieve our fitness dreams. :)
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  • xbowhunter
    xbowhunter Posts: 1,323 Member
    Welcome!

    Yep it won't be easy. In fact, its f*^%ing hard at times.

    However, your off to a great start and if you stay motivated and don't slack you will get there... :)

    I dropped close to 30lbs in about three months. IF I CAN DO IT ANYONE CAN.. :)

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