May 3rd, 2010 - Greetings!! My apologies on not updating my blog weekly but, Its been a crazy  month for me. I have been really sick. The pollen has nearly taken me out this season.  After 2 trips to the hospital, 2 rounds of antibiotics and 50+ breathing treatments ….I am doing MUCH better!

I realized last night that I only have 11 more days of this challenge. WOW! I am so excited to see how everyone has done.  My sickness has set me back a few pounds but, I am still going strong and still losing the weight.  I know that I have said this before however, I feel like my life is finally getting on track. I start school today! That coupled with getting healthier makes me feel like I’m finally doing right.

I must confess that I DID slip up and begin smoking again a few at a time.  But….I have once again kicked the habit for good and have been smoke free for almost 20 days now .  Something that I have learned in life- sometimes we take 2 steps forward and 1 step back but, as long as we continue to strive towards the goal and don’t give in. We still win!

A year ago today my Father went to be with our Lord. This has been by far the hardest year of my life.  However, I must not give up. I must push on and shine the legacy of the positive things that he instilled within me.  I’m working towards the goal that we set together in the room that day- I know that he is proud of me and more importantly. I’m finally proud of me too!

God Bless,
Kristin



 

March 30th, 2010 - Greetings, I’ve been staring at this blank screen for quite sometime now.   I'm wondering how I can portray exactly what I’m feeling today. A year ago today is when I was forced to call 911 for my father. His oxygen had dropped so low that his nails were turning a slight shade of blue. I spent the last few moments that he had in our house with him - the last few moments that are etched in my head forever.
 
I haven't been in control of all of the changes in my life over the last year - but I’ve grown as person and realize how much more I treasure the smallest moments with the ones I love. I have felt a lot of different emotions over the past year ... sadness, hopelessness, and anger. I sometimes get so angry at my Dad for the choices he made - choices that caused him an early grave - and the more hypocritical I feel.   How am I any different for allowing myself to get to this point? I have been feeding my body with crap for more than 20 years. Eventually (had this challenge or weight loss not begun), I too would have encountered an early grave.
 
Fortunately for me, I have begun to put my life back in order. I have a choice. My Bishop, Alan Mushegan at East West Church, recently spoke on the fruits of the Spirit. The last one he spoke about was Self Control. I highly recommend you checking out the website and watch this sermon if you are struggling like me. (www.eastwestchurch.org)  For so long I have greatly lacked this one; I have eaten what I wanted when I wanted with no regard for the future. I am learning to FINALLY take control of my thoughts and body and get myself in line for what God has for me.
 
I have 5 more weeks of this challenge and I have stepped it up in my weight loss. I have more energy than I’ve ever had and I am starting to see definition in my legs and arms from training. Healthe Trim has become so much more to me than a pill to suppress my appetite and give me energy. It has kick started me on my road to success. I have a long road ahead of me but each day the path gets shorter and shorter.
 
Thanks for taking the time to read, be blessed.
 
Kristin




 

Mar 8th, 2010 - Hey!!!! I’m feeling the best the I have felt in a long time. I’m have
more energy and not only is my body reacting positively- I feel as though my life is getting in better order.  Since I lost my job I am able to spend more time focusing on this challenge and continue making better choices.

For the first time in my life- I proud of myself for sticking to a program.  Normally I loose about 5 pounds and then fall off the weight wagon. Heathe Trim and BBA have provided me with not only the tools but the accountability that I needed to get this weight off.  I can’t thank them enough.

We have about 55 days left of the challenge and I about 25 pounds down.  I am excited to see how much more I can loose.  Until next week…..
--
Kristin Ivester


 

Mar 1st, 2010 - This week has been awesome! I know that I have said this before but, I
really can’t believe how much energy I have! It used to be a must for me to be able to take an afternoon nap or go to bed at a decent hour.  On Thursday of last week, I took my nephew Joseph to Jump for Joeys (inflatable kids play place) to get out some energy. I was able to keep up with him and do all the “obstacle course” myself.  After about an hour of that we went to McDonalds (where he became real concerned
on why I didn’t want my regular “crabby patty”) He played on the play ground until it was time to meet my sister in law, Kara. Without skipping a beat- I went to the gym and worked out for TWO HOURS with my new trainer, Chris.  I can’t believe that I was physically able to do go that far. It may not seem like a lot to you. But, when you are
way overweight like me- it’s hard to keep up with regular day to day activity.

After meeting with Chris I took a step back to think about how truly blessed I am- This week I joined IQ Fitness and what an incredible place- everyone I meet is so nice and encouraging. I can’t wait to start taking more classes and working up my endurance.  While my body is sore and some days wants to kill me. I change my thoughts immediately to my goal. Like Idella says, think positive.  I can do this because I’m worth it.


Thanks for reading.
K


 

Feb 15th, 2010 - I can’t believe that we are already on week 2. I am feeling healthier and making better food decisions daily. I have learned from this past week that food is a true addiction like any other. I am learning to recognize when I am hungry as opposed to when I just want to eat. I can’t begin to tell you how much Healthe Trim has helped with my eating habits. As I mentioned on the air, the less food decisions I have to make, the better. HT takes these small choices away from me - I’m not hungry ALL the time and when I am, I'm able to control it.

This program has been such a God send - when I feel weak, I go on-line and watch the BBA video and I feel motivated again! I’m stepping the plan up this week. I can’t wait to see another week of results!

 

Feb 8th, 2010 - It’s been awhile since I stepped on the scale and felt proud of the work that I had done. This morning, I weighed in 11 pounds less than I did the week before. If I told you that this week was a breeze and had no temptations, I would be lying. However, with the help of Healthe Trim and the HUGE support system, loosing weight this week has probably been the easiest yet!  I am learning to make better food choices and to live healthier. I have decided not to focus on tomorrow or the large goal at hand, but to pay attention to today and the moment that I’m in.
 
When you weigh over 300 pounds you don’t have energy to do a lot. Since I have started taking HT pills, I’m beginning to feel more normal and beginning to have energy that I haven’t felt before. This weekend I helped my friend Leah move into her new condo. I caught myself wanting to take the stairs and carry the heavy furniture because I needed the exercise. Before, I would have sat back and let everyone else handle the heavy lifting! I am excited to see what’s in store for me over the next 90 days. Next week's goal is to be less than 300 pounds!!!!   Until then….  

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