My Story
When I was asked by Harbor Athletic to do a blog I was excited, but not really sure what to expect. I had never done my own blog before - especially sharing personal issues like weight and fitness. As I thought more about it, I am thrilled to have this opportunity! My hope is that, besides keeping myself accountable with my own goals, I will help you, who read my blog that have similar stories, and to have all of you share your journeys with me as well!

I have always had ups and downs with my weight starting as a young kid. Last year I was at my heaviest and I was also diagnosed with Type-2 Diabetes and sleep apnea. I had low energy and was understandably depressed. I joined a weight management group which focuses on eating low-glycemic foods, exercise and stress reduction. With the support of friends and family, I made the jump to hire a personal trainer at Harbor and it is hands down, the best thing I have ever done to improve my health! Yes, the eating part of it is just as important, but I found that the other large hurdle that I have always struggled with is that I am not a naturally active person. (It's not in the genes! LOL) It is something I have to really work at.

Having my trainer Teri at my side for 7 months changed my whole outlook on fitness and the importance of moving my body! I took a few months off from training (still continued my workouts) and I have started up again in the new year. I will continue to share some of the good results I've had over the past year. Please join my blog and share your stories if you wish - we are all in it together!

When Away from the Club...
Well it was back to Harbor tonight after being away a lot and traveling for the holidays. I scheduled a training appointment with Teri Stratton to get a jump start on the new year! It went really well, and it was what I really needed. All day I was thinking "I can't wait until I work out with Teri tonight!" The holidays were a challenge - mainly because I found myself not exercising enough, and my body was letting me know me know it wasn't happy! One thing that dawned on me as I was feeling kind of yucky from lack of exercise last week, is that I CAN move and stay fit even though I don't have my health club at my fingertips all the time. I have been so used to doing regular workouts at Harbor all year, and I forget sometimes that I can get involved in more activities outside of the club for when it's not there for me! A couple things, in the winter months is to learn to snow shoe, and cross country ski. Does anyone do these? I have friends who do and I look forward to getting out and actually doing winter activities...what a concept! :-)