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Introduction Text I joined SP in January of 2010 at a weight of 330+ lbs because I was tired of not being able to do anything. I couldn't fit in the chairs at the movies, or ride a roller coaster, or even walk up a flight of stairs without feeling like I was going to die. In the last two years, I have lost over 130+ lbs using SP and an array of workouts. What's even more amazing is the transformation I have seen in me as a person - I've become driven, hard working, an optimist, athletic, and most importantly, incredibly happy. While the numbers on the scale are a wonderful motivator, the feeling of truly being able to live with, and love myself far surpass the weight loss euphoria. I am an ecstatic supporter of SP - if you work hard, stay positive, and ask for support, you will succeed! I fell in love with running in the summer of 2010. My younger brother is my biggest cheerleader - he is also my trainer/running partner. We have run almost every race together. For 2012, I am planning my biggest challenge yet - Tough Mudder. "Run when you can, walk if you have to, crawl if you must; just never give up. " — Dean Karnazes, ultrarunner. Races: 2011 St. Paddy's 5K on March 13th - 39:22 Bunny Dash 5K on April 2nd - 35:06 Race to Wrigley 5K on April 16th - 36:53 Splish Splash 8K on May 22nd -65:05 Rock N Sole 10K on July 10th - 95:05 Chicago Rock N Roll Half Marathon on August 14th - 185 Fort2Base 3 Nautical Miles on September 11th - 43:04 Warrior Dash on September 17th - 46:00 Halloween Hustle 5K on October 29th - 33:08 Turkey Trot 8K on November 24th - 59:35 Races: 2010 Halloween Hustle 5K on October 30th, 2010 - 40:37 minutes. Turkey Trot 5K on November 25th, 2010 - 40:32 minutes Jingle Bell 5K on December 4th, 2010 - 41:18 minutes (in 2" snow!) 2011 stats: Lost 30 lbs Dropped one dress size Completed 10 races, including a half marathon Logged 7907 fitness minutes Joined the Fire Department! 2010 stats: Lost 102 lbs Dropped 10 dress sizes Lost 10+ inches from my waist Ran over 120 miles for the year Logged 8546 fitness minutes

2013 Goals: Be happy and healthy! 2012 Goals: - Finish Tough Mudder - Finish P90X2 - Fit in Size 10 pants - Be an awesome Maid of Honor. - Go sky diving! - Be happy and healthy. 2011 Goals: -Be happy & healthy CHECK -Run 10 races. CHECK -Finish a 10 K under 1 hour (CLOSE) -End 2011 under 175 lbs (NOPE) - Buy size 12 pants! (ALMOST!) -Be in One-derland by Spring! CHECK 2010 Goals: ~To be happy and healthy in 2010! (GOAL REACHED DECEMBER 31st 2010) ~To looking stunning in my bridesmaid dress in July. (GOAL REACHED ON JULY 19TH) ~To be 75lbs lighter for my 26th Birthday in September. (GOAL REACHED ON JULY 30TH) ~Enter and run a 5k. (GOAL REACHED OCTOBER 30TH) ~Lose 100 lbs by January 1st 2011. (GOAL REACHED DECEMBER 11TH) ~Fit into a dress size that is under size 20. (GOAL REACHED ON SEPTEMBER 1ST)

I love to exercise, but hate the calorie tracking. I am learning to track what I eat. Food wise, I eat a lot of turkey, vegetables, fruits, whole grains and very little red meat. I gave up soda (diet too) in 2010. I drink a ton of water and tea. As far as exercise, I like to switch it up. I have done Sweatin to the Oldies, Taebo, Turbo Jam and P90X in the past. I am currently on a Turbo Fire kick. I love to play sports - especially softball, volleyball, and ice hockey. I just picked up p90X2 , so I am excited to start that in 2012. If SP has taught me anything, it's the fact that losing weight is not just a physical battle. Your mind and heart have to be in it as well. The support system I have found on SP is profound. I have the most supportive family and friends in the world as well!! Support and motivation are the keys to success.

I work full time. I attend UWP as a full time student - majoring in English. I am a volunteer firefighter/EMT.

I am an avid reader - I love Camus, Sartre, Wilde, Yeats, and Donne. Read any good books lately?

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