Transformation of the Day: Kim lost 200+ pounds. We’ve been following her amazing journey online, so we asked her to share how she has kept the weight off and maintained her focus.
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What is your current weight?
Healthy numbers and the scale can be triggering for me, depending on my mindset. However, I’m 5’9″ and between 240lbs – 250lbs right now. I’ve lost 200+ pounds from my heaviest weight. I’m still losing weight but also gaining defined muscle.
How have you maintained your weight loss/continued to lose weight?
I prioritize nutrition, counting macros, and drinking a gallon of water daily. I also work out 5-6 days weekly with focused yoga, stretching, and mindfulness throughout my regimen. When it comes to exercise, strength training is a priority! I lift 4-5 days per week and, of course, I do some cardio for heart and endurance health.
Lifting heavy weights has been a game changer for my body recomposition goals. And ladies, don’t worry, you won’t look like a man. If you like a toned, defined look (and most importantly, you want to maintain mobility and strength), then you need to lift… especially my sisters over 40!
Looking back on the lessons you’ve learned on your journey, which one stands out the most?
Celebrate all the wins and stop comparing myself to others. This has always been my journey, and comparison is really the thief of joy. Once I learned that lesson, I was kinder to myself. I could also celebrate others without thinking their success somehow diminished my own.
Would you like to offer any new or different advice to women who want to lose weight?
Your race, your pace. There are no quick fixes. No matter the path you choose, long-term results and success only come to those who put in the work.
Obesity and food addiction are diseases and should be treated as such, mentally and physically. You have to take care of your whole self. There’s no shame in needing and asking for help. Whether it’s therapy, medical interventions, coaching, training, accountability partners; whatever you need to live your best life, is what you need to do. Research, learn, and invest in yourself, even if you start out by just carving out time to focus on you every day. You are worthy!
