I began the Best Body Countdown because I wanted to improve my health. Over 6 months, I lost 41 pounds. I had to buy new clothes….. twice! Honestly the weight loss is amazing, but it’s not what has motivated me or kept me motivated. I have bad arthritis and papilledema (optic nerve inflammation). I wanted to increase my mobility and decrease the papilledema for which I have had to take two medications to control the headaches and inflammation….I no longer use a cane to walk and as of today, I have been given the go ahead to start decreasing my medication.
The most challenging part for me has been being accountable to myself and making myself a priority. My advice: it’s sometimes scary to be your own priority… but in the long run, if you don’t pay attention to and take care of yourself, you can become lost. This is a health program that isn’t based on gimmicks. The support has given me a new, stronger, healthier perspective of just what my body is capable of.
-Melissa, 54
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