Name: Christine
Age: 45
Family Status: Married
Occupation: Banking
Location: Port Orchard, Washington
Height: 5’7″
Waist: 28″
Starting Weight: 192 pounds
Current Weight: 142 pounds
Pounds or Inches Lost: I lost 50 pounds and went from a size 14 to a 4/6!
Christine’s Weight Loss Story!
When did you become unhappy with your weight?
Years ago. I have always struggled with a weight problem.
What made you decide to lose weight?
My love for Zumba.
What were the most important changes you made to lose weight?
I go to the gym almost every day and do Zumba class for 1 hour. I sometimes do 3 classes in a single day!
What was most challenging about losing weight?
I have a hypothyroid issue so I don’t lose weight very easy.
How long did it take you to start to see results?
About 6 months.
How long did it take for you to reach your current weight?
About a year.
How long have you maintained your weight loss and how do you do it?
1.5 years and I maintain it by going to the gym and keeping up with my Zumba schedule.
What keeps you motivated to continue your weight loss success?
My love for Zumba keeps me motivated!
How has your life changed now that you’ve lost weight?
I am so healthy and I feel great! I became a Zumba instructor because I love it so much!
Do you have any advice for others who are trying to lose weight?
Find something you love for exercise and keep moving. Also, try to cut out carbs.
How did ShapeFit help you reach your weight loss goals?
I am inspired any time I see ShapeFit’s weight loss success stories.
Christine’s Weight Loss Tips!
Weight loss tip #1:
Have fun.
Weight loss tip #2:
Don’t give up.
Weight loss tip #3:
Don’t deprive yourself of food.
Weight loss tip #4:
Reward yourself.
Weight loss tip #5:
Set small goals.
Christine’s Weight Loss Eating Plan!
Breakfast:
Fruit smoothie with kale.
Lunch:
Salad with chicken.
Dinner:
Bean tostada.
Snacks or Mini Meals:
Fruit.
Nutritional Supplements:
L-Carnitine, CLA (Conjugated Linoleic Acid).
Christine’s Weight Loss Workouts!
Weight Training:
1 day a week of muscle toning.
Cardiovascular:
1 hour of Zumba class, 6 days a week.
