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On April 14, 2007, one day after my 23rd birthday, I was diagnosed with high blood pressure and type 1 diabetes and my weight was 315lbs. I knew then it was time to do something about it. I'd told myself many times before that I needed to get in shape but I was never motivated enough to stick to it. But after leaving the doctor's office and crying and saying to myself "Christina you are too young for all of this," I was determined that day to make a change in my health and in my life.
I heard about Dr. Ian and The Challenge by listening to one of my favorite morning radio shows (The Steve Harvey Morning Show), so I decided to join the challenge to see if I could maybe help more young people who might be going through some of the same things. Joining has also given me that extra push I needed to keep going. It feels good to be able to share my story and to read about other people who have also taken the challenge to change there life style (if you look at it we are helping keep each other motivated).
My exercise plan is very simple; I go to the gym three times a week. I spend 30min on the treadmill followed by some weight training to shape and tone those "problem areas." On the days I'm not at the gym I try to continue my exercise by dancing in my living room for at least 30-45min (to make sure I get my cardio exercise in). This along with a 1600 calories diet and CONSTANT PRAYER has been the key to my success.
Comments (11)
How long did it take to loss the weight
Posted by Anonymous | April 14, 2009 5:39 PM
Posted on April 14, 2009 17:39
Hello
Iwant to let you no that you do awesome .Dr Ian
Has changed my life ive just joined this site today. you say why. because the great Dr. Ian
1 Year ago i heard Dr. Ian on our local Radio Station Here in Alt. Ga. i was 67 pounds over weight. i was out of control. my health was going down hill. a hereing Dr. Ian got my attion.i have hit rock bottom at this point . then it i got mylife own track . ive lost 67 pounds . as of 12-10-08 i weight is 177.4. my goal is 160. pounds with a healthy eating & working out and good people like Dr. Ian and Great frends Online and ever were. iam here for any one that wants to kick the fat bug butt forever. and keep it off a healthy way of life forever. Thank you Dr. Ian
Linda Haworth
Posted by Linda | December 10, 2008 3:06 PM
Posted on December 10, 2008 15:06
well, I am joining today, 43 and my BMI states I am overweight. I have been so depressed but know that I have to take controll.Some may consider my challenge small... but it is so big for me. wish me luck I ned to lose 24 pounds
Posted by denise | November 14, 2008 6:40 PM
Posted on November 14, 2008 18:40
I've been on the challenge since last August ...I had two goals...Get on a jet to the islands without a seatbelt extender and to shop at the regular mans store...Thanks to Dr. Ian's sharing of knowledge, I've gone from a 58 waist to a 46 (Just barely in the regular store). I started somewhere between 376 and 381, depending on which scale I used, lol...I weighed at the health club last week and was down to 310. When i first started I only walked 3 times a week, cause that's all I could do.
My eating habits have changed thanks to Dr. Ian and the challenge and my incredible energy level allows me to enjoy the health club 3-5 times per week. For the teammate who has bad knees...GET IN THE SWIMMING POOL! The water is where I lost a great deal (10-20 laps-3-5 times a week) and as my knees were also tender this was perfect...I Still do the water, but have added the elytical... The difference in my excercise this times is that I only do what I like..Swimming, the Elyptical(cardio) and a couple of times a week a trip thru the 9 machine "beginner's" circuit.
Kevan
Posted by Kevan | October 28, 2008 4:30 PM
Posted on October 28, 2008 16:30
I have started the 50 million lb. challenge about 1 month ago. I have only lost 4 lbs. but believe me I am a little discouraged. I am not giving up. I really haven't followed the diet exactly. I really felt that the food on the list was a little too much. It felt as if I was eating too much. I guess I have to eat what the plan is to see any results. Is this true or not.
Thanks, Faye
Posted by Faye | October 20, 2008 4:15 PM
Posted on October 20, 2008 16:15
Congratulations. I've lost 5 lbs already. I'd like to know how long ago you started the plan and how much have you lost. Great job keep up th good work.
Posted by Nadine | October 20, 2008 1:44 AM
Posted on October 20, 2008 01:44
I am having problems due to the fact I have bad knees and and I'm in need of knee replacement surgery. I can not eat fish due to alligries. I want to lose 40 pounds and I need to know what can I do to lose this weight.
Posted by Martha Jackson | October 16, 2008 6:08 PM
Posted on October 16, 2008 18:08
Congrats on the positive steps forward....keep up the good work, stay motivated, and continue to motivate...
Posted by Anonymous | October 16, 2008 11:06 AM
Posted on October 16, 2008 11:06
I don't really know you and I can say I'm happy for you. I just start this weight loss program and I want to see what it can do for me. I've heard so many great stories and how people have lost so much weight. It makes me excited to get started.
Good luck to you and thank you for sharing your story.
Posted by Tiffany | October 15, 2008 9:14 PM
Posted on October 15, 2008 21:14
Well, I fell off and now I am back on. I often need a goal to do anything in life. This weight lost process has been slow and sometimes non-existent. But that time has passed!! I just registered for an Iron Girl Competition, which will take place in Aug. 2009. It is a (.64miSwim, 17.1mi Bike, 3.4mi Run), I know it will be tough, but I am tough. Wish me well and I will keep you posted on my progress.
Posted by Shonna | October 15, 2008 4:32 PM
Posted on October 15, 2008 16:32
I am having so much fun with my challenge. It is truly a blessing. It has helped me renew my thoughts about food and overall health and it taste good too. The teams and the daily journal are awesome. It helps to share the joy I feel. Thank you so much Dr. Ian, you are god sent.
Posted by SHONDRICA | October 15, 2008 9:23 AM
Posted on October 15, 2008 09:23