Last Visit: Dec 20, 2009 11:16am Last Forum Post: Apr 23, 2009 1:52pm Last Photo Upload: Apr 9, 2009 7:03pm Last Profile Update: Dec 5, 2009 5:31pm Last Blog Post: Nov 29, 2009 10:52am
Fit Status:
Eating clean bring on the protein and veggies!
Motivation Level: 7/10
Personal Info And Background:
Real Name:
Sex:
Female
Age:
33
Location:
Washington, United States
Occupation:
Employee Relations Manager- Medical Company
Personal Website:
Primary Gym:
College:
High School:
When I Started:
Jan, 2009
How I Started:
About 3.5 years ago I was diagnosed (after many months of being severely sick) with Vasiculitis. Due the very heavy doses of medications ( prednisone, chemo) -I have gained about 45 lbs. I have always been a small person at my heaviest about 112lbs. This Christmas I weighed in at hefty 160. This shocked me. I decided to take control of my body. I started slowly weening myself off some of the medications as the side effects are not so pleasant and decided to start excersing. I was tired of being exhausted all the time. I was tired of using my condition to be lazy. I know this disease is the reason why this happended to me but some of that weight was just from me giving up. So I decided to make a change. I know I will always be on some kind of medication but I could at least try to be healthier. So far I have lost about 10lbs in 4 months which is encourgaging. At first I could only walk for 15-20 min at a time without hurting or being exhausted, then over time I moved to the ellipital for 10 min at a time. I am proud to say I can do 60+ min a day on the elliptical and have been lifting weights. I have lost about 10lbs slow but its happening and have a considerable amount more energy. I know I will always need to be careful and I probably will never fully be off the meds, as I suffer from lapses here and there but everyday I focus on making a change. This whole experience has made me stronger and taught me NOT to give up, no matter what the odds against you are.
Why I Love It:
I am always so happy about how I feel after a workout especially when I really push myself. Seeing progress motivates me to try harder do better!
How I Stay Motivated:
This website and hearing everyones story really motivates me.
BB Accomplishments:
Losing 22.6 pounds since I started.. slow but its happening!!
I want to be proud of my body and feel healthy and look good in a bathing suit. I want to be tiny again. I know that I can make these changes in my life and stay committed.
hwy2hottie- is AMAZING. She has transformed her body like you would not believe. She is such an inspiration to me. She never gives up- is always kicking some butt and always stays on top of her game and keeps me positive. She keeps it real and is a great supporter of others on their journey.
mrinkysplaytoy- is another example of pure achievement. This girl is kickin butt and keeps it real in her blogs. She has done an amazing job in transforming her body and is a true inspiration to me. Thanks for all your support!
Yesterday I went to the store and bought all kind of clean items, then came home and cooked the chicken for the week. Had a great eating day, no cheats not even a taste. Going to try and keep up this burst of momentum!
Of course lots of water is important too!
You are very welcome! Every step you take forward is in itself its own reward, and you definitely are moving forward!
Yep girl the setback hit me hard. But I do believe I will make a comeback harder than before so this is going to get intresting!! You with me this time??
WOW! I just read your blog...I'm so glad that you are done with all that and back at it. Good for you for jumping right back into it. One day at a time girl make sure you stay healthy!
I just realized you have been very ill. I am so sorry that this happened. I hope you are ok and are on the mend. I'm sorry I didn't know. Wishing you well and sending you happy thoughts.
~L~
OMG! I'm so sorry to hear that girl. I hope you make a speedy recovery, nip it in the butt for good and never have to deal with it again! You are in my thoughts and prayers! I'll check in with you again soon.
what's my motivation right now? hmmm, the deadline!! i already know i'm going to be the big girl on stage, but i just want to look good in my suit. i'm waiting for the base to try on this week. crossing fingers!
girl, busy is the magic word these days! but when is it going to slow down, really?! just keep writing things on paper and you find time for all of it! but stick to your planning cuz if you dont write it down and you try to fit it in, you knock off the priorities.
My weekend was good, had some nice hard workouts and ate pretty damn clean. I read your blog too. Make all of your food for the week on Sunday night. I swear that makes it sooo much easier to stick to the diet. How was your weekend?
I neva knew about yur family lolz,lucky u...well rani i just have about 7 days of fasting remaining and then once m done with this holy month u will find me bak in the gym,m so excited :)
Also tough. It is paying off though. I look forward to the weekends when I can do my carb refeeds. I just have to make sure to eat clean carbs...not bad ones!
Oh rani glad u hit me bak,i thought u wer not interested to talk 2 me,well rani training at my end have been on a break for more than a month as i ve been fasting for the holy month of ramadan,still have 8 more days to fast and then i ll be gymming bak again,u still in usa???any plans visiting india?
that is so funny! I just posted on your blog while you were posting on mine! haha, lets do it Rani! thanks so much for the support, we can do it together! :)
