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I don’t know where to begin this week. I feel like every day I keep working harder and just pray to get the results I’ve been dreaming of for so long. I think reality hit me in the face harder than I was expecting. We got weighed again and in two weeks I have lost about 5 pounds. Under normal circumstances I would be completely thrilled, but I have been pushing myself more than I thought possible. I know the weight isn’t going to just fall off. Am I wrong for wishing it would?!

I’ve been overweight pretty much my entire life. It’s something I’m used to and that scares me. I don’t want to be stuck being the “chubby” girl anymore! The funny thing is that when I look in the mirror I don’t see myself as being overweight. Am I crazy? Don’t get me wrong, I know that I am, but it’s not what I see. I am in love with make-up, jewelry, and anything pink, and when I get dolled up to go out, I look in the mirror and say “dang I look good”.  Then I see pictures of myself and my body and it breaks my heart. It’s tough seeing that I really am that big.

I think the one thing I want to make clear however, is that I do believe I am beautiful. I also hope that every other girl in this competition and everyone out there reading this knows how beautiful they are too. This world is full of a lot of terrible people, with terrible things to say, but every time I step into that gym I am happy knowing that we all have each other’s backs. We are all striving for the same goals and we are taking this journey together.

“No one can make you feel inferior without your consent.”
-Eleanor Roosevelt

 

This week has been a real eye opener for me. I missed a workout session to go to Cedar Point with my best friend. I had read a blog before going that said if you are over a size 18, to not even bother. That really freaked me out, but being a huge roller coaster fanatic I decided to go anyways. Sure enough, there were two rides I couldn’t fit on. I felt so embarrassed! I guess I never truly realized how overweight I am. I know it was only 2 out of a whole lot, but still. It just makes me want to work that much harder and go back in a few months and be able to ride EVERYTHING!

On a much lighter and happier note, we got measured again, and in two weeks I have already lost over 4 inches on my body! It’s so exciting to know that all this hard work is really making a difference. Working out isn’t easy, but I’m really starting to enjoy it. I love pushing myself to the limit. I love that I can already see a difference. I just want to jump up and down ALL the time because I am so excited that they picked ME!!! I have never felt so special…

I can’t wait to see what else is in store for us!

All I have to say is WOW! I feel like I have been experiencing a whirlwind of emotions lately. I am working out and pushing myself harder than I have in my entire life! We’ve made it through the first week and boy does every muscle in my body feel it. I’ve never been so happy to hurt so much! You know what they say, no pain no gain! That sure is the case here. Every day that goes by I think it gets a little easier for me. I just can’t express how thrilling this whole competition has been.

One momentous occasion we had was our official weigh in…YIKES! I hope to never see that number on the scale again. It definitely scared me but I think it’s going to make me work that much harder. Nobody said this was going to be easy. I think the hardest thing I am dealing with so far is trying to completely change my diet. I never thought I ate that unhealthy but I am quickly realizing I was very wrong. As much as I would love to win, my biggest goal is to make a lifestyle change. I want eating healthy food and working out to be a part of who I am. I already have more energy and stamina than I did when I started! It’s great to have so many people supporting me and cheering me on. I think I might be the luckiest girl in the world.

So we had our first day at the gym and met with our trainers. I have to admit it feels really great to be part of something I am truly proud of! I still feel like I’m in shock that I have been given this life changing opportunity. I am very grateful to say the least. Our first workout wasn’t too terribly hard but it sure made me realize that I might not be quite as in shape as I was hoping! It gave me a good idea of where I am now and where I hope to go from here. I have very high expectations of myself!

My personal goals that I want to achieve are very special to me. I went to college for Criminal Justice and would really love to become a police officer someday. In the shape that I am in now, I know that it’s not possible. With the motivation and encouragement from this competition I think that I can work hard and get in the best shape of my life. I feel like I not only want to make myself proud, but also the people I care about. I want to make a difference in the world and this is my step one of a long journey. I can’t wait to see where this path takes me!

Casie Morettini

I have a place, there is nothing special about the way it looks, four walls, a ceiling and a floor.  What makes my place special is what goes on inside those walls.  Women’s lives are changed!  They meet new friends, feel better about themselves, and mold the outside to match what’s on the inside.

I had an idea to help some very special people, people with the desire for a healthier lifestyle.  The idea was my version of the “Biggest Loser.” My version because no one gets kicked out.  One hundred and seventy four women wrote and stated their case as to why they should be among the chosen six. Thirty four were asked to come for a meet and greet … the plan was to pick the six to participate.  After meeting them all, the six became seven, seven more were given a free 3 month membership, and the remaining 160 women are being given the option to join the gym at half price.  All the women are special and have a different story.  After reading all the submissions I knew I couldn’t walk away from any of them.

My place is Flab to Fab, nothing special about the building or what it looks like, all the magic is on the inside. It’s a judgment free zone.  Women from 17 to 70 are there to better themselves physically, the magical part happens when they look in the mirror and like what they see.  With hard work and determination you can mold the body, the mind and the heart on the other hand it takes time and encouragement.  To all those women who submitted entries I say: “That was the first step, now take the second and use the half price membership.”  Make a new friend, feel better about yourself, get healthier, and be there for yourself and the ones you love.

– Lisa Desko, Owner, Flab to Fab

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