My journey started on May 30th, 2006. I woke up in a great deal of pain- ended up in the ER of Frankford Torresdale hospital and stayed for five days. I found out that I was diabetic- I decided from that moment on that I was not going to be sad or feel sorry for myself. I realized that I had to take care of myself and not let myself die. I felt fortunate, happy, at peace...for the first time in a very long time - even though most people in a hospital would be distressed. I realized that I was given what so many other people are not given- and that is a 2nd chance.
One night when I could not sleep- I was watching one of the 8 channels that they charged 5 dollars a day for- lol- and saw an infomercial. Usually I run the other when during infomercials, but in this case- something drew me to it. It was Chalene Johnson's positive energy and the music. It was turbo jam. So I would not forget the name of it, I wrote it down on a piece of paper. When I left the hospital, I had a piece of paper with the words TURBO JAM written on it.... and scripts for tons of diabetes medications.
I joined weight watchers and bought turbo jam. Afraid that it would end up collecting dust bunnies, I knew there was a 30 day money back guarantee and figured I would use it. I didn't. From the first day I was hooked. What a fun workout- what a party. I also felt good about weight watchers... So many great people going through the same battle and food addiction.
In August, I took the chance and went to Turbo Kick Camp in Orange Co, California. I was terrified to go- but something told me to just do it anyway! I am so glad that I did- I met so many wonderful people - so much love and support- One of the best weekends of my life.
Now I am 66 pounds down.. some days are harder than others. I am off insulin and am no longer snoring. I have met the most incredible people and I am going to get certified to teach turbo jam in February.
So, what turned out to be a bad thing- being in the hospital and feeling so sick- turned out to be the best thing that could have happened to me.
1 comment:
Keep it up. I'm also someone trying to stay on task and look for motivation from other bloggers. Also giving motiviation.
By the way I love TurboJam too. I just started Chalene Extreme. Chalene is so awesome and she's changing my life.
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