I was always so skinny growing up. I could eat anything I wanted and still be skinny. Once I hit my 30's, I noticed the fat staying on after eating burgers, fries and sweets. I knew I needed to start working out but I never really stuck with it. I'd do good for a few weeks then fall off the wagon and start eating badly. My problem is that I love food! I got married in 2009 and my husband is 17 years older than me. He's so fit and actually, the day we met, that's what sparked our conversation; working out. He told me I wasn't losing any weight or seeing results because I wasn't following a clean, whole foods diet. I lost 32 lbs within 3 months. I was amazed! I really didn't crave sweets anymore and I was so proud of myself! I've slacked off since then and have now put back on lbs.

I am so proud of myself to be working out. If there's a day that I'm so sleepy or tired and I still go to the gym, I leave feeling a huge sense of accomplishment. My husband is a great motivator. I definitely wouldn't have been eating right if we hadn't met. He introduced me to his nutritionist and now I see food and dieting in a whole new light. I want to live longer and I know that I need to be healthy.