I was overweight ever since childhood. I was a walking cliché...the chunky bookworm who was always picked last for teams in gym class.
Through the years, I just accepted that I would always be heavy. I thought it was my fate to always wear double-digit sized clothes and I accepted that I would never be in shape.
But after having three kids, I felt I needed to find some “me-time” in my busy day devoted to taking care of others. I decided to join Fitness First Plus.
I started taking group exercise classes in the mornings. I met a lot of new friends, and the instructors were always motivating, helpful and enthusiastic. My kids loved going to the on-site childcare while I got my workout in. With the long list of classes to choose from---like toning classes, aerobics, Pilates, group cycling, yoga and Zumba---I found many forms of exercise that I absolutely loved and looked forward to going to every day.
I found my strength and energy increasing, and my clothing size decreasing. Feeling so good about these changes led me to make some much-needed healthy changes in my diet.
Since joining Fitness First Plus last year, I have lost almost 50 pounds! My pants size has shrunk from a tight size 16 to a comfortable size 6. I feel strong and healthy and can actually see muscles I didn’t even know I had before. My stamina and energy is incredible (and believe me, I need energy to keep up with three kids under the age of 5!) Shopping is actually fun for the first time in my life and I know that my exercise and healthy eating habits are setting a good example for my kids.
I am in the best shape of my life, and it’s all thanks to the great instructors and staff at Fitness First Plus.
- Emilene Leona