A Mom Andrea will be proud of

Blog about Fitness and Babies. I am a proud mom of a baby gal 3 weeks old. This is a blog about my life and journey on how I am shaping myself to becoming a mom my gorgeous precious gem will be proud of. SW:86kg/190lbs CW: GW:60kg/132lbs

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Progress Photos!

Wedding dress progress photos. At the time of my wedding I was averaging 210 lbs size 20. The wedding dress pictured was the only dress I could find in my size, and this unfortunately kept me from having my dream wedding. I recently went through a separation, and I know now that I may have another chance at a whole new dress with this new body at size 8-10. If it doesn’t happen thats ok too, I’ll just try on dresses for fun! 

48 lbs less, and I’ve become a whole new person. It’s weird to think about the person I was 3 years ago, because it’s such a completely different person. A lot happened to me within two years that completely changed me inside and out.

Yesterday at my Mom’s debut party (She’s officially a Mary Kay Director!) she was on stage giving her speech and began telling everyone about the loss of my girls and the person I became after losing them. I devoted myself to living a positive life and living life to the fullest in honor of my girls lives. I inspired my Mom and became her hero. It’s completely humbling when you reach a point in your life where you’re happy with yourself. I love myself and I inspire myself everyday. I also know that with all the negative or challenging life experiences I come across I will become a stronger person. It has all left me fearless. I’m not afraid of who I am or what I’m capable of. I think that’s what really matters after all the weight is gone is loving yourself and knowing that life is limitless now. You can always go through the bad stuff because you now know you can fix it and get back to the top. 

All my weight was lost over the last 2 years, eating clean, gluten free and dairy free. I don’t continuously exercise (especially during the winter) but I love hiking and dancing. I am also thankful I discovered Just Dance for Kinnect, it is by far my favorite exercise. 

The best advice I can give to people trying to lose weight is to love yourself, start there. Being healthy started with the mind for me, everything else after that was easy. Also remember to be selfish when it comes to your body, don’t let anyone bring you down on the inside or the outside. 

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So the other guy who lost half his size who was in most of the shows with you said he did a lot of "firsts" since he lost weight I was curious what was one of your "firsts" when you started/lost weight?

Mike! He was such an honor to meet and sooo fun to hang out with. His story is amazing!

Here are some of my firsts: 

Ran 5 miles non-stop (when i was at about 230 pounds)

Starting instructing zumba (certified at 220, started teaching my own class at 180)

Started teaching other classes: boot camp, cycling, total body conditioning. 

Completed Insanity

Completed Asylum 

felt comfortable being picked up and sitting on Dre’s lap without feeling like i was crushing him

ran 6 miles non-stop (last thanks giving)

wearing a crop top (at 135 pounds)

Ran 7 miles  non-stop (this thanksgiving) running is NOT My thing, it’s not a physically battle, it’s a mental struggle because i find it to be boring. lol

bikini for the first time on my honey moon

first run in a sports bra and shorts

Started Crossfit 

Did a hand stand

got my belly button pierced 

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parenting. you’re doing it right.

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Beyond cute omg

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i thought it was cute and then i realised what was on the tv and i melted

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forever reblog

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1. We don’t refer to ourselves as an abbreviation. We work. We aren’t a”SAHM” (which I thought meant “Shaking Ass Hooker Moments” since THAT is something I could relate to) and we don’t “LMAO” at “non-SAHM”.

2. We get to eat at least one meal a day, five days a week, amongst civilization without...

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A little nervous about this one! lol The picture reflects a 50 pound difference, but i’m down 67 pounds right now :)

So basically, i’m 33, have PCOS, a heart condition, a bad right knee, and asthma.  If I can do it, YOU can do it!!

Sometimes this all feels a bit surreal.  It’s been a year of hard physical and emotional work, but it’s all worth it because i’m healthier and stronger than I’ve ever been.  From the obese woman who was about to be put on blood pressure meds and could barely walk up a short flight of stairs without gasping for air, to the woman I’ve become (and am still becoming!), I couldn’t be more proud of myself for sticking to this lifestyle.  I still have plenty of work to do and a bunch more fitness goals to achieve, but i’m well on my way!

Be your own inspiration and don’t give up on yourself. Ever!! <3

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So this girl here is pretty AMAZING! She works so hard through so many obstacles and she just inspires me all the time.

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Hard work pays off <3 #funeralformyfat #beforeandafter

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Found a new before pic, crazy! That was 3 years ago. #funeralformyfat

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Losing weight didn’t make me happier, it didn’t make me love myself more. All my problems didn’t go away. Losing weight made me realize that I can do what I set my mind to. Same smile, same happiness. Just a smaller size <3 #funeralformyfat #beforeandafter