Diet

I finally realized my mission in life…..Inspire and Change Lives!

Only a person who has been there and has faced the same challenges and struggles can truly understand the difficulty, physically and emotionally, of trying to lose weight. I have been there, FACED the challenges and OVERCAME the struggles, and I truly understand how difficult it is. It's never too late to get yourself in the best shape of your life!!

If I had the option to choose my dream job, it would have to be Chris Powell's on Extreme Makeover Weightloss Edition.

Helping others transform their lives and showing them that IT CAN BE DONE is my Ambition in life. This is something I am very passionate about.

"Making the Impossible, POSSIBLE!"


This must be the most asked question.
What did you do?

I would not call it a diet but rather a life-style change.
After being challenged by a friend of mine, WBFF fitness model Andrey Davidenko, and speaking with a few people on what I should eat, I chose a High Protein Diet with a Moderated Carb intake. I did not completely eliminate Carbs because they are a major source of our energy. I used the "little rule" If it was originally white in color, I removed these items from my diet. These foods consisted of rice, pastas, breads, crackers, and tortillas. When it came to eating Carbs, I would eat whole vegetables, whole fruits, and whole grain cereals. When eating out and ordering a salad, I completely ate it dry. Absolutely No Dressing! Dressing takes the HEALTHY out of the salad. I also stayed away from Ketchup and Mayonnaise. I completely removed sodas, juices and any other item that are not Water. I strictly drink Water!!

I allowed myself one cheat meal a week which usually fell on Friday Nights. When going out to dinner with friends, I would eat whatever I wanted, but sticking to water as my beverage.

When it came to Exercise, I stuck to straight Cardio. I began walking for 45 minutes a day and did so for at least 1 week. The following week I began jogging, working my way to where I completely jogged for the entire 45 minutes. I am currently running anywhere from 5 to 10 miles a day.

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Here is a little write-up the Gym I attend did about me as I was chosen May 2012 Member Of The Month.


Oct 3, 2012

Good Morning America

I know its last minute.... Tune in tomorrow to GMA. I have been blessed with the opportunity to share my story on GMA!

Sep 24, 2012

How Bad Do You Want It?

Listen to this clip and ask yourself, 
"How Bad Do I Really Want This?"

Kinda of just puts things in Perspective!



You can accomplish anything you put YOUR ALL into!!!

My passion a literally become to help Motivate and Inspire others. It can be done! I'm living proof!

Sep 14, 2012

Grocery Shopping While Dieting


Grocery Shopping While Dieting

Include a variety of fruits and vegetables on your shopping list.
Food shopping can be dangerous when you're trying to lose weight. It is easy to buy impulsively. Arm yourself with these top ten survival skills.


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  1. Plan ahead. Prepare a weekly menu, including regular meals and snacks to minimize impulse buying.
  2. Make a list before you go shopping, and stick to it. Let your list be a compass that guides you on a safe course through the supermarket. And be sure to make up the list at home -- after you've eaten!
  3. Choose a nutrition-friendly grocery store. Look for a store with shelf-labeling, nutrition booklets, recipe cards, and a variety of healthy foods at reasonable prices.
  4. Keep your shopping trips to a minimum -- once a week, if possible. This saves time and limits temptation.
  5. Get into the label-reading habit. Check the serving size, calories, and fat per serving so you know what you're getting.
  6. Bypass the danger zones: aisles filled with your "problem" foods and tasting islands with free food samples.
  7. Shop when you're well-rested and well-fed. You're more likely to purchase high-calorie junk food when you're hungry.
  8. Do not overbuy or become coupon driven. Avoid the economy size of "problem" foods. If you have trouble controlling your portions, buy single-serve containers.
  9. Take your groceries home unopened. Don't nibble on food in the store or on the way home.
  10. Ask your local grocery-store manager to stock any items that you can't find. The wider variety of lower-calorie foods on your supermarket shelves is largely due to customer requests.