When I first set foot in the Healthy Inspirations Center, I was depressed because of my lost control over my weight. It was just easier to EAT than not.  I was always tired, crabby, and not a very pleasant person to be around.

                                    (Even my daughters told me so!)

            I was more comfortable in baggy tops and elastic waist pants, than something that might even HINT of a huge weight gain over the past fall and winter.

            I started resigning myself to a certain fact, that I WAS 50 and FRUMPY and there was just nothing I could do about it anymore.

Anyway, most 50+ year olds ARE FRUMPY, right??  Why be different, right?  I was embarrassed every time my husband looked at me, though he always told me I looked fine to him… (He is such a nice, careful LIAR!!)

When I began making excuses not to go places because my size 16 pants only fit if I had a “big top” on and could keep the top of the pants undone, I knew I had to get back in control!  I had NEVER worn since 18 and I was not about to begin!

I began researching my options in the Madison area, knowing what I did not want, someone’s pre-packaged foods, a health club environment and no accountability factor.

I stumbled on Healthy Inspirations. I did some online research and emailed others who had been in the program for their take and successes. I was so impressed that I called the Madison location and signed up.

I have just completed 6 weeks and I cannot be more pleased. At my one month weigh in and body comp, I was 8 pounds down and lacking 10.5 inches all over.

                                                Nice!

I had to toss all my size 16 pants in the dryer several times to shrink so I could wear them WITH the button done. Now I am doing the same for my size 14 pants.  I have not worn a size 12 pant since BC (before children) 12 years ago……

I am thinking a shopping trip will be in order soon!

Healthy Inspirations gave me the accountability I lacked to get this change in my life. I KNEW   what had to be done, just could not do it alone.

I have not had a migraine since beginning this new life style journey.  Prior to this,  I was getting them weekly.

I have renewed strength and energy to keep up with my young fanily, rather than making excuses and sitting home I sleep much better at night, barely waking and if I do , I fall back to sleep quickly. My night sweats and hot flashes have diminished quite a bit!

I really love the fact Healthy Inspirations promotes healthy eating right along with exercise. IN THE SAME BUILDING.  What a concept!

Healthy Inspirations program counselors are all women who have been down the same road of up and down weight issues. They can relate to all aspects of your life and really encourage/ motivate and guide you, along this great new path to a better you!

Oh!  Guess what ?  I am not embarrassed anymore when my husband looks at me, and my daughters both agree, mom is REALLY fun to be around again!

My advice to anyone contemplating or just  beginning the journey?

Listen to and talk with your counselor.  You are not alone. Get your family to buy into this with your, and support you all the way.

Be honest with yourself. You only hurt you and your progress if you aren’t.

I just read a saying on the board in the center,

“A wiseman can move a mountain, doing so, one stone at a time.”

We are no different. We can change our body, our self image, our health, our lifestyle, one pound at a time.