My Journey So Far

I guess I'll start by telling my story of where I was at and where I am now in regards to my weight loss journey.
I separated from the Air Force September of 2007 and I weighed a whopping 183 pounds. I only have myself to blame. I led a careless lifestyle of partying all night, drinking too much, eating like crap and failing to exercise. I moved to Wyoming to live with my now husband, who has always been incredibly fit and trim. I struggled with my weight over the next 4 years, yo-yoing all over the place.
Finally in January of 2010, I had caught a good pace and lowered my weight to 163. I was on a great path and had finally hit a good stride. I bet you can guess what happened next.....
BAM! Pregnant. Of course we were thrilled and I focused on healthy eating for me and the baby. Since I ended up being diagnosed with Gestational Diabetes, I only gained 25 pounds during the pregnancy. I ate healthy and never caved to late night pregnancy cravings.
I gave birth to a beautiful baby girl on October 6th, 2010 and 6 weeks later I weighed in at 175 pounds. I let myself stay there for way longer than I liked to admit. Between being a new mother and finishing my Bachelors degree, I really let my own personal issues fall to the side.
I got a wake up call about 3 months ago. I was starting to become breathless and dizzy while climbing the stairs. My blood sugar would drop and I would almost pass out. I was scared that I was going to end up with diabetes. The doctor told me that I needed to take care of myself and loss weight. I thought about what not taking care of myself would mean to our daughter, and I decided that it would not be fair to her either. I want to be a healthy role model for her and so that's what I set out to do.
The beginning of March I began my quest for a new healthy lifestyle. I began my journey with a 1 week juice cleanse which really kick started my weight loss process. I began that cleanse at 165 and ended it around 160. Shortly after that I began a new way of eating. I try to eat lots of protein, fresh vegetables and fruits and smart grain choices. I use myfitnesspal to log all of my information each day and it really does help to keep me on track. I try to not eat any fried, fatty and processed foods if I can help it. I feel active, healthy and amazing to say the least. I began Beach Body's program Insanity 5 weeks ago and man what I fantastic workout. My stamina is increases, my muscles are showing themselves and I feel strong! What a great way to get in shape at home.
Today I weigh 149 and I'm pretty dang proud of myself, and I have lost several inches along the way as well. I will post a before and after once I complete the program in 4 weeks as I am eager to share the results because it really works!
Well thanks for taking the time to read this entry and I look forward to hearing from you and sharing ore success along the way!

Welcome!

Hello Friends!
I've been wanting to start my own blog for several years now, and I have finally decided to just go for it. As many of you  know, I have successfully turned my life around and finally have the happiness I've always wanted (and deserved!)
The main reason I have decided to start up this blog is to journal my foray into fitness. The past few months I have dedicated myself to become healthier, happier and to lose those last stubborn pounds. I have immersed myself into the wonderful world of Beach Body (I know, I know) but these programs really work! I am well into my fifth week of Shaun T's Insanity program, and I have already lost 10 pounds and 15 inches off my body overall. It's tough, but with Danny doing the program to push me along, all my hard work is really paying off. I'm hoping to really tone up and the turn around and help others to do the same. Once I reach my desired goal of 125, I plan on pursing the idea of becoming a personal trainer ;) I mean I know if I could do this, there is no way others could not have the same success I am having.
So thanks for reading this, and I hope you follow my journey and maybe it will inspire you to do the same.
Let's do this!

Jess