My husband has always been a gym rat and has an amazing figure. He's always tried to get me in there, but I've been too intimidated. I thought I could just run and get the body and shape I've always dreamed about. I ran numerous 5ks, 10ks and three half marathons in the last YEAR. Even though I lost weight, I still wasn't as toned as I thought I should be for having ran almost 500 miles in 1 year. I found a personal trainer online and started training with her. She was great. She helped me feel comfortable lifting weights in the gym. I trained with her for a few weeks, but I had to stop due to my husband's military work schedule. That's when my husband showed me bodybuilding.com. I found a workout plan that I thought I would like. I dove right in. I haven't missed a single workout in the program yet, I freaking love it.

I love it because it makes me feel strong. I feel like I'm doing something that not a lot of woman do. I'm changing my body and my mind every single time I step in the gym. I'm realizing that I am more patient and disciplined now. The only regret I have about deciding to change my mind, body and life is that I didn't start earlier.