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Dr Ian thank you so much for what you are doing to help people get healthy. I listen to Steve Harvey Morning show and that's how I first heard about the Challenge. I know I wanted to be a part but did not start right away. I am a mother of 2 girls, and want to be an example to them as well rounded African American woman.
I am normally a very healthy, Muscular build person, ex-military, active person. I had a stressful job in civil service, and my eating habits changed to not eating enough of the rights foods, or not eating at all. A few years of this and the weight ballooned to 176 at one point. At this weight I am very uncomforable and have to do something. I would usually find some weight loss product and loose 8-10 lbs, and each time I would gain it back. This has been my pattern for 10 years.
My sister told me about the "4 Day Diet" so I researched it and bought it. I liked the every 4 days eating something different, because I know I get bored easily. The book sat on my shelf for months. TWO months ago I took my blood pressure and it was higher than normal and it scared me. I knew it was time to do something.
I took the book of the shelf and started reading. I decided I will do whatever this book says. It started out with dealing with MENTAL Preparation which I knew for me would be key. I did all the exercises and got myself prepared mentally. I immediately started moving, walking, then jogging, aerobics at home. I knew I had to do something at least 4 days a week and I had to mix it up, so I would not get bored. I started taking suppliments again. I like liquid suppliments to ensure more absorption. I did not feel hungry or craved anything. I drink my water, which was not easy for me; because I drink a lot of tea & ice tea in place of water. Now, I prefer water over anything else. I am now 3 lbs from my goal of 150 which I choose because of my muscular stature. I love the way my kids comment on how I look.
I have a whole new look, and I am now noticing I am turning heads of strangers. I am on my way to being that example to my kids and to my family and friends. Thank you again Dr Ian for life changing experience. May God Continue to bless you, your family and your ministry to the world.
