My Fitness Journey

For over 22 years, I trained intermittently.

I started doing fitness 22 years ago in Bronx, New York. I had my son and started gaining weight; before having my son, I was in great shape. So, I joined the gym because I realized I had to get back in shape. I started working out five days per week. Then, my son got older, and it was time for daycare. The daycare was about a mile and a half from where we lived then, and I did not want to take the bus because of the hassle and inconvenience of closing the stroller down to get on the bus.

So, I started walking to drop him off and pick him back up, and walking felt great then. In no time, I started enjoying my walks, but it was taking too long, so I started jogging back and forth with my son’s stroller to drop him off and pick him up at daycare. Then running became something that I enjoyed, so I started running in the parks on my days off.

I moved to Georgia in 2005. I continued my fitness journey. I was training intermittently, but before the COVID-19 Pandemic, I worked out at the YMCA for seven years with a regimented workout schedule, five days per week, anywhere from 2 to 3 hours per training day, participating in mostly group exercise classes and free weights training burning at least up to 1500 calories per training day. My warmup would be a 2-mile stroller run with my daughter at the park before going to the YMCA in the mornings. I am a 3-time participant in our Atlanta Peach-tree Road Race.

When COVID-19 hit, I was unhappy that I couldn’t work out for a week. So, I scrambled and found whatever equipment I could get my hands on. Then, I started working out on our back deck. Then, I began to enlarge my territories, so I started working out in our driveway and then went to our local Parks to work out.

Despite all my hard work, I didn’t see my desired results. This was not new, as usual, but I was sick and tired of wasting my workout this time.

Transforming My Nutrition

I used to struggle with my weight for most of my adult life. I would work out at the gym and burn 1500 calories, but my unhealthy eating habits would undo my progress. I would often stop at Chick-fl-A and get their 4-piece Chicken Strip meal, which totaled 1,100 calories, on my way home, and that’s just one meal. I was an emotional eater, and I would eat large amounts of food, including 3 to 4 slices of pizza, a big bowl of ice cream, cakes, and two bags of chips; this unhealthy relationship with food contributed to my emotional and mental issues. I would go back into the pot for more food, even without finishing what was on my plate, which led to chronic overeating.

To lose weight, I tried many methods, including Yo-Yo dieting, quick fixes to weight loss, drinking more water, eating only salad all day, nutritional fasting, starvation, and different diet pills. Although some of these methods worked to some extent, my weight loss was always short-lived, and I would often gain the weight back, plus more.

I realized that diets are not sustainable solutions to weight loss; they are just quick fixes that work like band-aids to cover it up.

In 2022, I decided to take charge of my life and make positive changes in my nutrition. I began to clean up my nutrition and learned that nutrition plays a crucial role in shredding body fat and constitutes 80% of a fitness lifestyle.

I started making changes to my nutrition that would be sustainable. I cut back on high-trans-fat and processed food products, planned my meals ahead of time, meal-prepped, and practiced mindfulness about what I eat. Since then, I have been successfully shredding body fat and maintaining a healthy nutritional lifestyle. I have never been happier that I no longer have to follow a Yo-Yo diet to lose weight and have developed a healthy relationship with food.

My Health

Before, I used to experience shortness of breath easily when going up and down the stairs, which was a great concern for me. However, after implementing more regular, healthy, and practical lifestyle changes, I have significantly improved my stamina and endurance. I can now run up and down stairs multiple times without feeling tired or out of breath.

In addition, for years, my bad cholesterol level kept going up, which can lead to serious health issues. However, after making  nutritional lifestyle changes, such as incorporating more fruits and vegetables and reducing my intake of processed foods, I noticed a significant improvement in my overall health. My recent blood tests revealed that my bad cholesterol levels are now back within the normal range, giving me peace of mind and motivation to continue living a healthier lifestyle.

Getting Certified

After successfully achieving my personal health and nutritional goals. I wanted to gain knowledge and expertise to make a meaningful impact on the lives of others. That’s why I decided to pursue certification and attended Transformation Academy, where I gained comprehensive knowledge and skills in health and nutrition. After completing the course, I became a certified Health & Nutrition Transformation Life Coach.

I also earned certification from CPD in Physical Fitness Training to further expand my skillset, where I learned various techniques and methodologies to help individuals achieve their fitness goals. With my accreditation, I can now provide personalized coaching and guidance to individuals seeking to transform their health, nutrition, and fitness.

Sustainable Results

I am thrilled to announce that I have developed a highly successful health and wellness program that promotes sustainable fat loss through healthy eating habits and exercise. This program is designed to help you achieve your health goals without the need to cut carbs, follow intermittent fasting or eat salads all day.

If you’re looking to create sustainable fat loss, improve your overall health, address generational health issues, and transform your nutrition, then look no further. This program is the perfect solution for you. With my proven framework for sustainable fat loss, you can confidently achieve your desired results and enjoy a healthier lifestyle.