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Well,I was in a car accident in 1999. I was at a dead stop and was hit from behind at 45 mph. I suffered a fractured disc,and some torn muscles in my upper back. I also had a serious case of whiplash! I guess I came out of it better than I could have. I was in physical therepy for seven months.My physical therepist told me that I would have to be a body builder for the rest of my life to keep my muscles strong. So, I started lifting and really enjoyed it. Life kinda took me away from the gym for a few years until in 2005 when I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia. I had suffered from a lot of unexplained pain as a child,but no one knew why,so I did just that...suffered.
I think I have always had Fibro,and my car accident really set it of. So,I realized that I would have to take care of myself to be stronger and hopfully lessen pain. I started lifting and working out religiously! I loved it! It has helped me SO much! I still struggle with Fibro everyday,but when I lift,I am challenging this illness to try and stop me! I am too stubborn and strong willed to let anything keep me down. My faith and determination drive me everyday.
Why I Love It:
Just love to sweat! I love to push myself in everything I do. I love to be stronger and see the results. I am very passionate about living a healthy lifestlye. This is the only body God gave me, so I want to take care of it!
How I Stay Motivated:
I am very self-motivated. I CHOOSE to be healthy and strong,not just for myself,but for those that I love. I want to help others overcome chronic pain or any other obsticles that might keep them down. I know that I was meant to help others,so I must get ready to do so:)
I also have ADHD, so being a little hyper helps!
BB Accomplishments:
Well...it was'nt 'MAJOR',I guess,but I was featured on the front page of the website. Hey...it WAS a big deal to ME!!! It made my day!!
Forum Signature:
If you can't give 110%, DON'T BOTHER.
'A cheerful heart is good medicine,but a crushed spirit dries up the bones'. Proverbs 17:22
'I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.' Phil 4:13
'The only handicap we have to overcome is ourself.'
So,my most favorite thing to do is to go for a long walk. I started when I was 14 to kind of escape my unstable home life. It was a great way to get away and release my stress. I would look through the windows of the houses as I would walk past and imagine what it must be like to be a part...
I was hesitant as well because there are alot of weird folks. However, the good thing about it is that if you don't like someone then you can refuse them and or set your profile to private.
Hey hey! I'm so ready! (I Think) I don't know what will be lean enough. haha I'm nervous/excited/stoked/scared/ enthused/anxious... you name the emotion, I'm feeling it! haha
