Throughout my life I’ve been active in year round competitive sports and I’ve always eaten fairly healthy foods. Despite this I have always struggled with weight issues. When I was very young my mom began bringing me to doctors to see why I kept gaining more and more weight. No one had a reason and all of them had the same advice: eat healthier and work out. Although it is easily said and I have tried, it is harder done. As the years passed I tried to stay positive, but found it extremely difficult when I could do nothing in my power to lose weight. Then three years ago I was diagnosed with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS). Some of the symptoms of this condition include weight gain and difficulty losing weight. Although I finally had a reason why I struggled with weight loss, I felt utterly defeated, depressed, frustrated. I continued to work out on my own, to no avail. With the odds stacked against me I reluctantly signed up for small group training (with Fit Figures) this past spring. After only six weeks of training I lost a total of 20 pounds, gained body strength and developed knowledge about a healthier lifestyle. Finally! This program was exactly what I was searching for. I still have work to do, but I’m well on my way. I am so grateful to the trainers for pushing me to my limits and helping me to make significant progress in my journey. As you can see in the picture posted above not only am I more tan, but I am a lot thinner than before. Although this is all about my last summer adventure with weight loss, it is time for me to get back with what I am doing. I have been working out for a month at Fit Figures again since being back from college. So far, I am down ten pounds. At Fit Figures I am pushed beyond belief, having a personal trainer and small group sessions is truly life changing. They make sure that I correctly do exercises and even give people a meal plan. I would say they give me a meal plan but the doctor has me on a different diet (low carb with fasting). One thing that keeps me motivated to keep going to the gym (Fit Figures) are their competitions. Fit Figures always hosts competitions to encourage weight loss and a continuation at the gym. The prizes result in cash, exercise equipment or just a major congratulations with the success. I am looking forward to my successful journey this summer and I cannot wait to share my results.
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