My story

I just wanted to share a little bit of my story for the group so that you know who I am! I have always been into fitness, health, nutrition, etc. I grew up watching my mom run everyday and my dad play basketball and lift weights. I ended up being a competitive runner in high school and college. I loved running long distances and did 2 marathons. I worked as a personal trainer after college. I had 2 boys and tried to keep running while being a stay at home mom. It got harder and harder to find time to workout. In January of 2010 I committed to running every day and working to get back in shape. It didn't seem to matter how far I ran, the extra 20 lbs never wanted to come off. I never felt good about myself in my clothes and was getting frustrated. In December of 2010, after hearing people rave about p90x, I gave it a shot. I had so much fun doing this workout. Running was just getting kind of boring to me and it was great to do some different things like plyometrics and yoga! I built muscle and felt alot better. I didn't really lose much weight though. Enter Insanity in the picture! My waist lost like 3 inches within the first couple of weeks! It was great! By the end of the 60 days + a 3 day shakeology cleanse I had dropped about 25lbs! After that I did Insanity Asylum, Turbofire, Brazil Butt Lift, p90x2, and am currently doing Les Mills Combat. My weight has not fluctuated at all since them. I stay very consistent and I wear a size 4 jeans for the first time in my life!!!! I love it! I feel better than I ever have!!!

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  • Not sure if my pic is working right. All I can see is the before side, so here's the after :)

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  • meeramos
    meeramos Posts: 8 Member
    Hi All!!! My name is Maria. I am 48 years old, married, two boys, a step son, a daughter in law and three grand kids. I would like to lose 40lbs this year if I can keep drinking wine to a minimum.
  • jeffsweightloss
    jeffsweightloss Posts: 314 Member
    hey! great work...you look amazing! you've put in the hard work, and now it's paying off. i'm hoping that my journey leads me along the same path. i'm ready...so i say lets do this! i'm ready for the challenge.
  • Thanks Jeff!!!!
  • jeffsweightloss
    jeffsweightloss Posts: 314 Member
    you are always welcome. i'm glad that you are in my corner supporting me.
  • fitoforty
    fitoforty Posts: 21 Member
    Suzi, you look great! I'm approaching 40 in the next 5 months and want to be in great shape! I'm glad you created the group for support and encouragement.
  • wendybird5
    wendybird5 Posts: 577 Member
    So awesome!! I've lost a lot of weight but am definitely not bikini ready.
  • Great job!!!! You look fabulous!!
  • You look great! Keep up the good work!
  • Sherry2555
    Sherry2555 Posts: 17 Member
    wow Suzi! great results! I am struggling with my last 15-20 pounds to lose and you are an inspiration!!!
  • yobby1969
    yobby1969 Posts: 80 Member
    Thanks for starting the group! You look so good...better than I did at 25! lol I'm just trying to get to a healthy weight and tame my curves.
  • TisheaDH
    TisheaDH Posts: 32 Member
    Thank you for sharing your story.
  • SFsista
    SFsista Posts: 30 Member
    Hi Maria, isn't wine good for your heart? ;)
  • Veglady12
    Veglady12 Posts: 8 Member
    Wow, you look great Suzi! Wow, new longterm goal. I was going to settle, but not now!
  • BadAzzBea
    BadAzzBea Posts: 461
    Jesus you look beautiful!!!
  • PhotogirlTX
    PhotogirlTX Posts: 85 Member
    Suzi... amazing results! You look great! Well, I have just committed myself to run a half marathon in June... any advice for a beginner would be appreciated! I am hoping that while I am training, I can continue to lose weight!!
  • Ghette
    Ghette Posts: 350 Member
    Well done!
    I'm looking forward to getting healthier.
    Wine is good for everything! :drinker:
  • slinkycat1729
    slinkycat1729 Posts: 13 Member
    All your hard work has really paid off, you look fantastic! Your stomach is fab!!!!!! Ive got about another 6 pounds to go, which are going really really slowly. I have a shoulder injury at the moment which means I struggle to do the boxing that I love so much, as it kills me after. And I'm waiting for surgery on my foot for an old injury, but Im fighting thru them. Ive started doing a new Ministry of Sound Pump It Up, Move It Lose It, which Im really enjoying and isn't putting too much pressure on my shoulder. So fingers crossed I can shift another couple of pounds and tone up my wobbly bum!
  • forwesgar13
    forwesgar13 Posts: 56 Member
    To being fit and fabulous at 40! You look great ! Thanks for the add to the group !
  • Thanks everyone! If I can do this you all can too!!!
  • AaronsMFP
    AaronsMFP Posts: 7 Member
    Wow Suzi, Awesome! Sounds like some of the Secret of your Success is to mix up the workouts. I too am stuck in a rutt, Maybe I'll try something a little different. I noticed they have a class for "Les Mills" at my health club, maybe I'll give it a try! Thanks for sharing and know that you are truly an inspiration!
  • ginamarina0622
    ginamarina0622 Posts: 6 Member
    Hi - Wow, you look beautiful! I've never heard of Asylum, Turbofire, or Brazil Butt Lift but I'm going to check them out. Do you do these workouts every day?
  • chelivia7
    chelivia7 Posts: 21 Member
    Insanity here I come! lol
    You look fantastic!