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Are you feeling like a couch potato? Feeling like you have no hope for feeling good in your own skin? Here’s one of my client’s story. I’ll bet you can relate. She’s a great example of someone who just made the decision to get fit and get her body back. I’m so proud to have been a part of her transformation. Take it away Kelly:
I’m probably like thousands of women who are unhappy with there weight and yet never seem to really get control over it. I keep the pair of “skinny” jeans in my closet for the day that I am going to fit into them; I avoid being in pictures and instead become the photographer; I avoid the swimming pool at all costs… never to be seen in a swimsuit under bright lights.
I’d swear that this would be the year that I’d lose weight and get in shape; the years would go by and instead of losing weight, a few pounds would be put on; and when I looked in the mirror, I didn’t like what I saw. This was the cycle that I had been in. I tried different exercise programs but I was never really committed and I made excuses like money to stop me from realizing my dreams.
I’m writing this blog today as I have had an amazing last year where I finally feel in control of my life and happier than I have been in a very long time. Don’t get me wrong, I have an amazing husband, healthy and incredible children, an amazing group of friends, a supportive family, and a job that I love….and yet I was never completely happy due to my self image.
Over the last year, I have changed my diet and started exercising regularly. I lost 30 pounds and become inspired to get into shape. I became committed to an exercise program with Shawna’s Fit Body boot camp and have been going three times/week at 530 am for three months. The early mornings were tough initially but I now feel energized by the workouts and I feel the changes as my body becomes more fit.
I have become so inspired by fitness that I signed up for my first sprint triathlon. It seems crazy as I went from an overweight couch potato to a triathlete. I am not a runner, or a cyclist, and definitely not a swimmer so what am I doing??? For the past two months I have gone from my boot camp workout to the swimming pool to do laps. I haven’t been swimming for about 30 years! I cycle two days a week to work. Exercise/being active has become just a way of living.
Crazy but if I can do it, anyone can. I am 45 and have an new lease on life…it feels amazing. Thanks Shawna for boot camp kicking me in the butt and starting me on the road to an amazing active life. Kelly Bullivant
Let’s support Kelly with some encouraging comments! She’s a champ!
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Thanks for your inspiring story Kelly. I am struggling with lots of “stuff” right now and I know I was meant to see this. Congratulations and maybe one day I’ll see you at a Sprint Triathalon.
That is amazing, Kelly! You should be so proud of yourself…it’s hard enough to get in the habit of getting out of bed for a 5:30am workout, but to then go to the pool and do a sprint triathlon…AWESOME!
I turned 42 today and admit that I have wondered if it isn’t too late for me to get fit. Your story proves that it is not, thank you for sharing.
Way to go Kelly,
Talk about “First’s at Forty” I am a freelance writer and would love to do a story on women like you. If you are interested e-mail me back at klhagen@shaw.ca.
I am looking for a few women over 40 who have gone beyond their comfort zone, Kelly is a perfect example of that.
It can be anything from fitness goals such a Kelly. to a career change, to having a baby or anything in between.
Women like Kelly are an inspriation to all of us over 40!!
Kelly…You can definitely see the results….. Congratulations on your accomplishment! You look really great! Good luck on your Triathlon!
Great job Kelly! I did my first sprint Tri last year and am doing another one this year. The early mornings are a bit tough at the start but like you said, once you get into it, you feel so much better! Thanks for sharing your journey 😉
Kelly…I have known you a long time…you have always been a beautiful lady…but you are stunning now!! All your hard work and dedication is inspiring..
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Kelly, I know how you feel about getting a new lease on life. It is great to feel good in your own skin and your family will thank you for taking care of yourself and them as they learn from your new wisdom on how important exercise and a healthy lifestyle are. Good luck in your triathlon.