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I became familiar with Dr. Ian on Celebrity Fit Club and heard about the Challenge on commercials. Every time I saw the commercial I was proud of Dr. Ian for sharing his knowledge with those people who needed it, never once realizing that I was one of "those people". I had been big all my life and never really noticed when I gained a little weight every year. The breakthrough came when I stepped on the scale and it read 250 lbs! I now weighed more than my husband who is a competitive body builder! I was in shock!
I've had high blood pressure since I was 25. I have a family history of heart attacks, strokes, high blood pressure and diabetes. Now at 30, knowing my history helped me see my future and I realized it was time for a change! Then I saw another commercial for the Challenge and immediately logged in. I was so excited! We all have heard that you need to eat right and exercise to lose weight but finally, concrete advice and an actual meal plan! The meal plan has changed my life. I have always had a hard time with my diet. I never planned ahead and only ate when I was hungry both of which were a huge mistake. I would end up ravenous and my search for food would inevitably lead me to a fast food drive thru line. I rarely ate more than twice a day but they were huge meals full of empty calories.
The meal plan has helped me organize and improve my eating habits. Using Dr. Ian's tools, I now shop weekly for the food I will need and I pack my meals daily to take to work. If I decide to eat out, Dr. Ian's plan provides the structure for what I am allowed to eat. I order my meals according to the meal plan. This plan has also helped me to realize that exercise is the key to success! Dr. Ian suggests that you just start moving and increase the program as you go. That is exactly what I have done. When I first started on the treadmill I walked at a slow pace with no incline and slowly increased both every two weeks. Currently, I walk at a fast pace for at least an hour five days a week, sometimes on my treadmill and sometimes around the neighborhood with my walking partner. Also, I weight train twice per week with light weight and high repetitions to tone my muscles.
The Challenge has really helped me take control of my life. All of the tools and the advice have made the difference for me. I started at 250 lbs on September 17, 2008 and my gooal is to lose 100 lbs by the end of July 2009. So far I have lost 20 lbs! For the first time in a long time my blood pressure is normal with no medication! There's no stopping me now! I'm on the move! Thank you Dr. Ian and the Challenge! Go Team BFF Club!
Comments (34)
Thanks you all for the kind words! I'm still working hard at it. So far I've lost 40lbs! 60lbs more to go! I still haven't broken the 200lb mark but when I do there will be a celebration! I'm not giving up, wish me luck!
Posted by Kyrston | March 23, 2009 10:38 AM
Posted on March 23, 2009 10:38
Kyrston, your story is great. I used to ask myself why we are we allowed to go thru things in our lives, and being saved I am finding out that it is to be able to help someone else who is in either our same situation or something we have already gone thru. I to know the issue of being well into the 200 pound arena, and I have gone down 100 pounds back up 60 pounds, back down 40 pounds, and etc... I was very inspired by your story, and reading the different comments definitely helps to motivate. Keep up the good work, I hope to read more about you in the upcoming months as you are on your way to reach your goal. God Bless.
Posted by Kim | January 5, 2009 12:32 PM
Posted on January 5, 2009 12:32
Congratulations on your success!!!! Stay the course! Remember, one little step at a time... one huge goal accomplished in the end! We are all in this together!!
Much continued success!
Deborah Wright
Fellow Featured Challenger
Posted by Deborah Wright | December 22, 2008 2:16 PM
Posted on December 22, 2008 14:16
You are on your way, and guess what, I'll be right there with you. I have to get back on track and thank you for being one of my Inspirators, we're in this together and for life..Good luck Lady!!
Posted by Cynthia | December 20, 2008 8:56 AM
Posted on December 20, 2008 08:56
CONGRATULATIONS!!!! I am so proud of you and inspired by your story. I had just decided, tonight, to get on a weight loss life plan....then I read your email and the link to this page. I am really happy for you and will be joining you on your journey. Love you!
Posted by Shay | December 11, 2008 8:01 PM
Posted on December 11, 2008 20:01
Congrats i´m so proud of you.
5 days a week for an hour plus the weights youll be there before you know it.´
in the meantime two hints from lil bro´
1. bacardi and diet- 19 calories
2. guiness draught (11.8 oz) not the yellow label...about 110 calories of nectar from the gods for the beer lover in you!
Posted by Chris D | December 10, 2008 9:10 PM
Posted on December 10, 2008 21:10
Congratulations girl! im so happy for you and i wish you the best in your quest. "An hour a day five days a week", that is absolutely amazing....if you keep doing that in conjunction with the weight training you will definitely reach your goal. 2 helpful hints form lil bro
1. Bacardi and Diet (19 calories for short and 52 for tall)
2. Guiness Draught in a bottle
NOW GET TO WALKIN!
Posted by Chris D | December 10, 2008 9:05 PM
Posted on December 10, 2008 21:05
PROMED - Thanks! I am definitely focused.
Marcus Waterhouse - Good luck! You can do it! Remember, take it one meal at a time!
NeishaPooh - thanks for the words of encouragement! love you!
Pauline - thank you for the kind words! Merry Christmas!
Ms. Parker - thanks girl! there's always time to change! love you!
Aunt Chris - thanks! love you too!
Carol - I'm ready for the stairs!
Gloria - thanks! i try to keep motivated everyday!
Antoinette - thanks!
Joan - we need to start working on adding that to the exercise program! A K-mart trip is always needed!
Cutia - good luck at the gym! all those fine men in there should keep you motivated! love you!
Tiff - thanks girl! trying to do my thing!
Mehdi - I miss you!
Posted by Kyrston | December 10, 2008 11:05 AM
Posted on December 10, 2008 11:05
I think your story is wonderfful, Its not easy losing weight. I think that you have to really be focused and as long as you keep god first and be serious about your life you will be 150. claim it!
Posted by PROMED | December 9, 2008 6:45 AM
Posted on December 9, 2008 06:45
Congratulations I joined October 11 and I am motivated by your story.
Posted by Marcus Waterhouse | December 7, 2008 9:25 PM
Posted on December 7, 2008 21:25
Congratulations Kyrston! You can do it!
Posted by Kaniesha McEwen | December 6, 2008 6:33 PM
Posted on December 6, 2008 18:33
You are such a natural beauty! I know you are feeling better as you lose. Keep up the great work and never give up the fight! Merry Christmas!
Posted by Pauline | December 5, 2008 9:38 AM
Posted on December 5, 2008 09:38
I'm sooooooo very proud of you. You are focused and that is very admirable. It seems that there is time to change what we need to change, and make life a little better. You go girl!!!!
Posted by Cortney Parker-Solberg | December 4, 2008 8:28 PM
Posted on December 4, 2008 20:28
I am so glad that my drop-dead gorgeous niece has taken steps to make sure she isn't going to drop-dead. Keep up the good work and I love ya Kryston.
Aunt Chris
Posted by Chris | December 4, 2008 5:42 PM
Posted on December 4, 2008 17:42
Bravo! Fantastic! Keep up the challenge! Sooo proud of you! Great testimonial! Congratulations! You are more than ready to tackle those stairs :)
Posted by Carol Stacey | December 4, 2008 3:36 PM
Posted on December 4, 2008 15:36
You are amazing and you inspire us all to do better with what we've got. Keep up the good effort and your beautiful happy smile.
Posted by Gloria | December 4, 2008 12:19 PM
Posted on December 4, 2008 12:19
You are an inspiration, girl!!
Your walking partner.
Posted by Anita Hamm | December 4, 2008 11:44 AM
Posted on December 4, 2008 11:44
YOU GO GIRl!!!.............I am so proud of you, you make me want to get back at during my thing............Thanks for the inspiration
BE BLESSED
Posted by Antoinette E | December 4, 2008 11:41 AM
Posted on December 4, 2008 11:41
That's awesome Kyrston! Snaps to you! Keep it up...Maybe we can convince them that walking across the street ; ) a few times a day shouldn't be frowned upon...it's exercise, right!?
Posted by Joan | December 4, 2008 11:13 AM
Posted on December 4, 2008 11:13
Way to go, Kyrston! I loved reading your story! Although I'm currently not trying to lose weight, you have inspired me to exercise more! I already took the first step by joining a gym, now I just have to actually go to workout! I'm rooting for you and know that you'll make your goal of losing 100 pounds!
Posted by Cutia | December 4, 2008 10:28 AM
Posted on December 4, 2008 10:28
That's what up Kyrston. I didn't know that you were doing all of that. I am familiar with Celebrity fit club and Dr. Ian and its good to hear that what he is teaching is working for lots of people. Keep up the great work. I'm proud of you!
Posted by Tiffani B | December 4, 2008 9:00 AM
Posted on December 4, 2008 09:00
Miss you a lot and love you my best friend. Wish you all the best
Posted by Mehdi | December 4, 2008 8:34 AM
Posted on December 4, 2008 08:34
Michelle - Thanks! It feels good to have control of my life!
Adrine - Thanks, girl! I'm gonna be all over this challenge like a spider monkey!
Nicky B - Thanks! I'm really excited about this plan! The more I eat right and exercise, the more it becomes like second nature. It has become easier everyday for me to stick with the plan! It is truly becoming a lifestyle change.
Rebecca Shomo - Good luck! I stay motivated with this plan because I see it works! I've lost an additional 6lbs since I submitted this posting!
Ramona - Thanks girl! Being a part of the "60 Minutes" crew keeps me laughing all day!
Posted by Kyrston | December 4, 2008 7:51 AM
Posted on December 4, 2008 07:51
Congratulations Kyrston.
Posted by Michelle | December 3, 2008 7:26 PM
Posted on December 3, 2008 19:26
I'm soooooo proud of you! I'm glad you've faced this challenge (and politely spanked it's azzz lol). Keep up the good work! (and I'll eat all of the stuff you're not supposed to ;-)
Posted by Adrine Fields | December 3, 2008 1:01 PM
Posted on December 3, 2008 13:01
Congratulations on your weight loss and your commitment to the meal plan and exercise. I have no doubt that you will reach your goal. You have inspired me to work harder towards my own goal. Thank you for being an inspiration and keep up the good work.
Posted by Nicky B. | December 3, 2008 9:58 AM
Posted on December 3, 2008 09:58
Keep up the good work, you have just motivated me to get back into the 50 million challenge, I slack off and thank you for sharing and helping get it together
GOD BLESS
Posted by Rebecca Shomo | December 2, 2008 1:12 PM
Posted on December 2, 2008 13:12
Thank you all for the kind words!! I feel absolutely great!
Porsha - Good luck with the Challenge! Just knowing that it works is sometimes enough motivation to keep going!
Seyi T. - Thanks girl and love you too! Seems to me we are always motivating each other! Thanks for the hair inspiration to go natural!
Teya - Love you too! Can't wait to see you on the beach! July 2009 I'll be in a sexy 2-piece bathing suit!
Ken - Love you!
Kia08 - Thanks!
Posted by Kyrston | December 2, 2008 8:54 AM
Posted on December 2, 2008 08:54
Congratulations on your success thus far!
Posted by Ramona | December 2, 2008 7:06 AM
Posted on December 2, 2008 07:06
I am so proud and happy for you!!! I just started with the challenge and hope to see results also.I pray that you stay encouraged and motivated!!! GO HEAD WITCHA BAD SELF!! LOL
Posted by Porsha Robinson | December 1, 2008 6:00 PM
Posted on December 1, 2008 18:00
Wow! You're so amazing! Congrats - your story has motivated me, too = )
Love,
Seyi T.
Posted by Seyi Tuyo | December 1, 2008 4:12 PM
Posted on December 1, 2008 16:12
YOU LOOK SO GOOD! It was just July when you were stomping around N.O. with the Ms. Cealey platts at 250 without a care in the world. I am so glad that you have taken an active role in staying healthy my dear friend! Your success and joy shows in your beauty and renewed glow! Love you lots and see you on the BEEEEAAACH! ;o)
Teya
Posted by Teya | December 1, 2008 9:28 AM
Posted on December 1, 2008 09:28
That's my baby!!
Posted by kenneth banks | December 1, 2008 9:21 AM
Posted on December 1, 2008 09:21
Keep up the good work & be Blessed!!
Posted by kia08 | December 1, 2008 8:30 AM
Posted on December 1, 2008 08:30