Seneca Oleyte

Female

19

Spencer Health & Fitness Center
197 Keawe St
Hilo, HI
United States

University Of Hawaii At Hilo
Attended 2008 to Present
Hilo, Hawaii
United States

Kau High & Pahala Elementary School
Attended 1995 to 2008
Pahala, Hawaii
United States

Jul, 2009

Ever since that first bite of real food, I was introduced to bad fitness and nutrition habits. I have always been accustomed to overeating, and constantly consuming foods with poor nutritional value. My body began to change, in a negative way. I was not active, thanks to junk foods, oily meals, and overused couches. When it came time to participate in outdoor activities, the task of playing and running around with my brothers was a challenge. My parents would always be too tired to participate, and I would end up in back pain and shortness of breath in a matter of seconds. In 9th grade, through continuous poor eating habits and exercise negligence, I personally came face to face with my arch enemy, obesity. That’s when I knew my body was in crying need of a change. My bad habits needed to be adjusted not only for my own benefit, but for my family who needed a model, motive, and mentor to jump start a healthy and active lifestyle. At 5’4” tall, and an unhealthy weight of 226 pounds, I knew I was about to embark on a strenuous journey down. I then started to research proper eating and exercise habits. Spending the next four years cutting fast food, white rice, and candy was an initial struggle, but a beneficial challenge. Also joining the high school tennis and volleyball team, my fitness began to improve. At the end of this four year process, I finally met my savior of success and graduated High School at a healthy weight of 130. THEN I hit a low--During my first year in college- I've made a terrible mistake. With the adjustment to a whole hectic schedule, HIGH stress levels, and overall different way of life.....I turned to the University's Gym to go RELIEVE STRESS..and Work out to lower my tensions...however, I "over-did it"..and found my self at a weak looking 117 pounds =(. My body wasn't getting ENOUGH fuel for my increased energy usage..., and I looked sick. =(....Fortunately, I recovered during Christmas (thank you gingerbread cookies)...and bulked back up to 142 pounds by spring! (a little too much cookies)...but I didn't mind---I believed I had what it takes, and started to do MORE RESEARCH .lol...on the Exact amount of Each nutrient I needed, that would be enough to fuel my workout plan and goals! Currently a Sophomore (& a half) in college...I am proud to stand at 5'5" and 127 pounds!!!!... !!!!! I run longer, lift stronger, and eat smarter!!! ...and am determined to progress!!!!!!!!

After working out, I feel a relief of stress, as well as success of completion.

Music is my top motivation. Also, I remember I'm doing this to suit my own benefits and goals.