Transformation of the Day: Katonya misplaced 47 kilos. At the moment, she is celebrating her 57th birthday. Her weight reduction journey started after her marriage ended and after she eliminated a number of adverse folks from her life. On the time, she additionally discovered she had diabetes.
What was your motivation? When did you start your journey?
The image of me in blue was taken in 2017. In August 2021, I walked away from a dishonest/mendacity husband. Then, I eliminated adverse folks/relations from my life. That was really an eye-opener for me as a result of I’d all the time put everybody else’s wants earlier than mine.
I had a bodily and weighed 222 kilos (that was my highest weight ever). I additionally discovered I had Kind 2 diabetes. I used to be shocked as a result of I felt effective (or so I believed).
How did you alter your consuming habits?
My physician put me on Trulicity, and it undoubtedly curbed my urge for food. I didn’t eat as a lot and had a lot power.
What’s your peak?
I’m 5’4″.
What’s your present weight?
I now weigh 175 kilos, and my aim weight is 170. I lastly discovered myself and needed to begin loving me for me. I’ve a 17-year-old daughter that I wish to be there for. I’ve been glad ever since.
What’s the largest lesson you’ve realized to this point?
The most important lesson I realized is to place your self firstly. Some folks could name it egocentric, nevertheless it’s part of an extended and wholesome life.
What’s your exercise routine?
My exercise routine is strolling daily. I put music in my ears and hold transferring. It’s my stress aid.
What recommendation would you prefer to share with girls who wish to reduce weight?
My recommendation for ladies who wish to reduce weight…change their consuming habits. Within the mornings, I eat (oatmeal, fruit, and yogurt). By lunchtime, some days, I’m nonetheless full from snacking on objects I had for breakfast. By dinnertime, if I’m hungry, I’ll generally eat one thing mild or eat extra fruit earlier than 8 p.m. From the phrases of Rupaul, “How the hell you gonna love someone if you happen to can’t love your self???”
