TELLING MY STORY...*Because I know someone needs it*

Krys_T

So I thought that this would be an awesome place to share my story and hopefully inspire someone who may need it today!

I was an athlete all my life, and have never been a skinny girl because I was normally one of the tallest, if not the tallest girl in my class and now I'm 5'10 and naturally have a solid frame. I was an all CIF- volleyball and softball player through high school and then I hit college. I hit college and decided not to play sports, and it was the biggest mistake I ever made. I got to college, missed my friends and family and turned to food and a sedentary lifestyle. There were times that I can remember ordering a medium pizza and would eat almost the whole thing. I worked full-time and was a full-time student with no physical activity in my life. From the time I graduated high school to when I found out I was pregnant (5 year span) I had gained 90lbs. I don't even remember hitting 200lbs.

I tried Weight Watchers and quit, tried TurboJam when it first came out and quit, took diet pills and quit...I lost myself. I became pregnant with my son...I was so scared to gain anymore weight. My OG/GYN flat out told me that I couldn't afford to gain anymore than 15lbs. I gained 16, and after having my son I weighed in at 266lbs in September of 2008. I went to the doctor for a physical in November of 2009 and my doctor told me that if I didn't do something, I would die. My little brother had told my mom when he saw me gaining weight, "I don't want mu sister to die.". The fact that, at the time, a 12 year old could have the concept that I was so slowly killing myself was flabbergasting to me. So I knew I had to do something and fast! I knew that I was disgusted with who I had become, buying new sizes every few months, not confident enough to go out with friends that were thinner than me. It was enough!

I started on a 1200 calorie diet and walking two miles a day. I lost 17lbs the first month. I moved to Atlanta, GA in January of 2010 and started to take my life back in May. Started working out everyday and watching what I ate. Joined MFP in June of that year and just knew that if I stayed focused, I could do it. This time I used moving away from my friends and family as a time to focus on ME. My health and life was too important to let slip away. I had a son that I wanted to play with and to live for! Now less than a year from when I really decided to be stricter, I am 60lbs down! And have never been happier of what I have accomplished. I created a blog to chronicle my journey, started a challenge group on MFP, looking to write a motivational fitness book, became a BeachBody Coach and going for TurboKick and Zumba instructor training! I would have never thought that today I would be helping keep others motivated and accountable for their own health and fitness. I didn't have anyone to push me, to motivate me...I had to push myself!

Through this journey I have learned that it is doable, it is possible and we are so much stronger than we give ourselves credit for. I still have 40 or so lbs to go, but I want to let everyone know that we can do it! Don't give up on yourself. Did I have days, weeks, and longer where I just messes up...yes! But I remembered what my goal was and there are temptations out there and we will cave sometimes...but never forget how amazing you are! Your body is a temple! Don't let your head get in the way of your dreams, your goals, and your destiny!

I am an open book if anyone needs any kind of motivation, advice etc. Let's do this! Let's take our lives back...ONE DAY AT A TIME!

-Krystle

cassie128

that is a beautifuul real story keep praying and god will see you through

janecl

Thanks for the post!

VixFit2011

Great post...very inspiring

poodle89

Thank you for sharing your story with us. It is definitely motivating me to stay on track. Congrats on your weight loss.

squishycow7

That's awesome very proud of you, an inspired! Thanks for sharing.

snazzycee

Great Story and thanks for the positive read! :flowerforyou:

gingerfoxxx

I really needed to hear that today, thanks for sharing!

HollyLayman

Thanks for posting!!! Just what I needed to hear!!!:happy:

dot513

Thanks for posting!

teelt13

Thanks for sharing! Congrats on your success..it is very inspirational.

BabyDuchess

Your post is very inspirational and I can so relate to the gaining so much weight and losing myself part. Thanks so much and good luck in your journey and all your outstanding goals!!

mishamae

:flowerforyou: You look amazing Krystle! Thank you for sharing your beautiful story, it really does motivate myself and others to keep on going!

nmccabe33

Thanks for the post! I needed that today. You are an inspiration!!!

arw3b3

Thanks for sharing your story!!!! Keep up the good work:)

maorifulla

awesome post, thanks for sharing

misskimlilac

Very inspiring!! You look great, thanks for sharing your story.:flowerforyou:

bigmommy2011

Thanks for the post, I really need this today. You or inspiring to me. And yes we can do this One Day At A Time.Great job on your weight lost so far.WTG.:bigsmile: :happy:

kisha1977

Thank you so much for sharing your story Krystle! You're right, I really needed that (smile)!

momogogo

Ok. I am crying. I love your story. There are thousands of us who can relate and it's nice that you opened up to share. Continue great success on your journey.
Monja

jlsAhava

Thanks for sharing your story! You look great! Keep up the good work!

2011_4mygirls

You have had an incredible journey so far! I admire your determination and motivation! I hope that I can get this far!!!

cherish55

YesI needed it!! Thanks!

ChristieDF

Thanks for sharing! Congrats on your weight lossand we can do it!! Keep it up!!

MNG3

Thanks for sharing your story...very inspiring!

Crissy143

You look great! Keep up the awesome work!

abeautifulvoice

Very inspiring! Thank you for sharing.

lil_missfit

Thanks I needed that:))

Krys_T

Thanks everyone!

socialite51

Wow!! Thanks for sharing. It was truly motivational for me :bigsmile:

Krys_T

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