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Sports season is upon us. We are now juggling dance (both girls), lacrosse (Liam), track (Aiden) and percussion ensemble (Liam). In the midst of chaos I’m trying to capture family moments and soak in every second with these amazing young people. Life moves so fast and these babes of mine are getting older by the minute. While it often feels like we are barely keeping our heads above water trying to schedule everything and attend everyone’s events I know I’ll soon be wishing for these moments to return!

Goal weight achieved. I’m officially 50
Lbs lighter than I was in May, but more than that I FEEL better.

Weight loss for me is more than cosmetic. I’m severely insulin resistant which means I also have chronic inflammation. The inflammation leads to serious joint and back pain. Loosing the weight meant my insulin levels became more regulated (it’s a catch 20 with PCOS. You need to loose weight to regulate insulin, but the insulin resistance makes it so so difficult to loose weight!!!) My inflammation markers are normal-no more pain!!!! I have more energy and working out feels fun again.

I’m also now less at risk for having a heart attack (which after loosing mom at 59 has been a MAJOR fear), but also have less risk for a stroke and diabetes. Both of which run in my family.

At the end of the day at this weight, or the one I was in May, I’m still me. Just a lot more healthy!!!

Don’t be afraid to ask for help. If a doctor tells you “just diet and exercise” after you’ve been trying that and its not working, find a new one!!! Trust the nutrition plans, know that cheat days won’t blow it and that if you need medication to help there is no shame in it. I’m thankful for doctors who listened, family and friends who hype me up and taking this all one day at a time.