“I had a lack of oxygen going to my blood. After I fell three times, they loaded me up and took me to the hospital. I was on a ventilator for two months. “Whew, it’s been a rough time. I told them to just let … Continue readingHe fights health challenges to get back on Harley
“I used to weigh about 380 pounds. It was slightly in the genes, I guess, but it was more just living a sedentary life, being lazy and not keeping up with myself. “I grew up playing sports. When I was in high school, I was … Continue readingDiabetes risk motivates him to lose weight
“I began losing weight when I was 29 because I really didn’t want to start my 30s being overweight. I decided it was time to get healthy. “I lost 40 pounds while working out at the YMCA, and now I’m a fitness instructor there. I … Continue readingShe sets good fitness example for her children
“I’ve been on different sides of the spectrum of unhealthy. I was overweight and I’ve been super underweight. “It was teenage girl problems. A bad breakup. I got overweight when I was with him because I got comfortable. I gained every bit of 50-60 pounds … Continue readingThrough hardship, she found a healthy way to live
“We’ve been walking and running mostly, plus eating more healthy.” “As Hispanics, we’re used to eating a lot. We put a lot on the plate and sometimes go for seconds. But now we’re using smaller plates with smaller portions. It’s a challenge.” “I’ve seen a … Continue readingShedding pounds provides more motivation
“I used to be really, really, really fat. It’s crazy how skinny I am now compared to back then. My face was so puffed up, I could barely see. “In eighth grade, I probably weighed 240 pounds. Then I started playing football and working out. … Continue readingLosing weight brings gain in confidence