“Growing up in the South with only one gym in the entire town and a family that drank soda for breakfast, it was very…
Weight Loss
From Depressed and Overweight to Finding My Life’s Purpose
“In 2009, I suffered a really bad breakup and lost myself in depression. It was a really bad time for me. I was overw…
I Lost 100 Pounds AFTER My Wedding
“I’ve struggled with my weight for practically my entire life, but had managed to get to a healthy weight before my w…
How Online Dating Changed the Course of my Life
“I was a big little girl. I remember being in kindergarten and being in the 90th percentile for children my age. I al…
116 Pounds Lost, A New Me Gained
“In 2015, I made a decision to turn my life around. I was tired of being overweight, so I made a commitment to get he…
How a Deal With my Mom Changed My Life
“My story starts with a bribe from my mom. In June of 2013, we took a road trip to Boston with my aunt and cousins. W…
I Don’t Need to Hear the Music to Feel it in my Heart
“I’d like to tell you about my student, Mikey Krajnak. At least that is his legal, written English name. His deaf nam…
I Transformed My Body and I Love It
“At a very young age, I started dancing and fell in love with rhythms like jazz, hip hop, salsa, and belly dance. In …
I Lost Myself When I Lost My Mom
“I went through a lot at the age of 26 when I lost my mom. She lost her battle against cancer and it was a very depre…
This Woman’s Weight Loss Journey is Incredible
“Back in 2015, when I weighed in at 233 pounds, I found the idea of going to the gym very intimidating. From past exp…