Catrina Weight Loss Update

 Hello everybody!

I am excited to share with you a weight loss journey that we got a glimpse of last year. Catrina was featured in the February edition of the 2013 newsletter. Here is an update of her journey. If you have any questions for Catrina please put those in the comment section.


Catrina, Age: 40

Starting Weight – 200 Pounds  

Ending Weight – 145 Pounds 

What caused you to gain weight? Bad eating habits and lack of exercise. 

Did you/ Do you have any health problems? High Blood and a borderline diabetic.  Was this instrumental in helping you lose weight? Yes  

How did you lose the weight? I had a little professional help, changing my eating habits and exercise, and some support from family and friends.  

Last year you stated you wanted to lose 30 pounds, did you meet/exceed your goal? Yes 

What tips did you use that helped you in your weight loss journey? Portion control, learning how to weigh my food, eating more fruits and vegetables. 

What are your future goals?  Try to maintain my weight and do more exercise to tone. 

Thanks Catrina and keep up the good work! J

 

Note: Catrina's picture states her final weight as 140 pounds it's actually 145 pounds.

The Power of Words

The Power of Words

 

Have you heard this saying before? "Sticks and stones will break my bones but words will never hurt me". Well I'm here to tell you this is not true. Words will hurt you, especially the words you say about yourself.

When you are making a lifestyle change what you say can affect your attitude toward that change;  I can do this vs. I can't do this. The more you tell yourself something the more you are inclined to believe it. Words have power, what are you saying/declaring over your life?

What is the Purpose of the Winter Season?

Snowy Winter Day



Well it's winter season again; time for coats, boots, hats, scarfs, and etc.... Winter is also known as the season where people stay inside their houses. What is the purpose of winter? And why is winter important?  This is a question God had placed on my heart late last year.  Since winter is the season most people are "inside" this can force us to look, be, and examine ourselves. Now some people may wonder how is this a good thing? This is good because during the new year everyone usually want to make some type of change. Winter gives us the chance to work on those changes, goals, and mindsets while allowing us to bring them into habit before we are out and about with people (who may not understand or support you). By using this unique opportunity to establish those habits in our lives it then can become a lifestyle for us. What lifestyle do you see for yourself? I want to challenge you to begin to create the lifestyle you want during this winter season while you still have time to cultivate it on the inside. So that when you go "outside" those truths, goals, and mindsets are already shaping your life and will help you to continue on your journey when you have distractions that might be found on the "outside". I think we need to consider winter a good season and thank God for it!