I shared with you many times why and when I decided to start my weight loss journey but I never shared my aha moment!
I know the best part of attending conferences is meeting people we work with and admire! I never imagined Ana Flores would make such a huge impression on me since I did not know I would have the privilege of watching her speak. I watched her presentation on a panel when she shared her journey to become who she is and I had tears in my eyes when I went to give her a hug!
She represented a lot of what I aspired to conquer in the blogging business and being a member of Latina Bloggers Connect, I couldn’t ask for a stronger, yet down-to-earth, nice, and sweet role model!
We sat in the same area on the last day and I approached her and asked if she would take a picture with me, she smiled and said sure!
This is the picture:
I met some other amazing people I so admire like Ted Rubin, Angelita Sustaita-Ruiz, Rachel Matos, Isidra Mencos; so many I could not possibly mention them all in one blog post! But after looking at the picture later on FB, I was shocked by how heavy I looked, despite my efforts to lose weight!
That night, looking at how slim and chic Ana looked and how heavy I looked beside her, I decided not only to follow her business steps but also work to get healthier and really reach my weight loss goals! It totally changed my life and my business!
Now at 126 pounds, almost 19 pounds less than when we took that picture, and just 5 months later, I wanted to share my story and encourage you. If you are trying to reach a fitness goal, besides finding a workout routine that works for you and adding weight loss aids like Bio X4 to your diet, you need to find a role model. Find a real person who has achieved what you are looking for and stay on track. Trust me, after 14 months of frustration without losing a pound, I’m hoping to give her a hug at Latism in three weeks and share my victory with her and with you in the form of a new picture! A new chapter in my life and in my business.
My weight loss has not only empowered my self-esteem but has also caused my friends to tell me lately: “Claudia, you are on fire! ”
I want to encourage you and tell you that you can also find your own fire – your motivation – your role model! You can!
I can’t wait to hear your story!
When I met you at Niche Parent 13 I had no idea that you’d undergone a transformation. I assumed that you were naturally thin. You wear it well and make it look effortless.
Congrats!
Thank you very much, Chaton!
Congratulations on your weight loss. 🙂
Thank you!
Wow, you look fantastic! Hopping over from Bloggy Moms
Thank you, but the pic on the post was before I lost weight.Thank you so much for checking my blog out!
It has been so great to see you soar… you are doing a great job and I am proud of you for pressing through! Awesomeness!!!!
Great job on your weightloss! Good luck as you continue toward your goal!
You look beautiful in this picture! But I totally understand sometimes when we see ourselves in a picture, we can’t hide. Great job on your weight loss success!
Great post Claudia! A wonderful way to turn your personal feelings into something positive! Way to go!
Thank you, Lauryn!
Claudia-
Thanks for much for sharing this story! I’m a fitness professional and believe it or not, just started running a free fitness workshop and online support group. We started “preseason” today. The 5 Day Workshop begins next week. If you think it could help you with your goals, I’d love to have you join in. I’ve been hoping to get some people who have already seen results to help sharing their successes as motivation to others! Let me know what you think. The form to sign up is here: http://tinyurl.com/FitArmForm (just need your e-mail).
Keep up the great work 🙂
Dear Catherine,
Where are you located, is program offered online only? Would love to discuss it with you! Please email me: [email protected]. Thank you for your kind words!
You look beautiful and I am so happy I found your post. I am CONSTANTLY trying to lose weight but my metabolism is broken… so it seems. However I am getting ready to reset and I thank you for the inspiration! Kudos to sharing your success in helping others achieve theirs as well.
Often times when we compare ourselves to other women, we become depressed or bitter. I love your response. Although, I think you look great – you found inspiration instead of frustration! Thanks for sharing!
Ana is such a lovely person inside and out. Our culture is definitely not our friend in the weight-loss department! That is awesome that you found the motivation to get where you want to be.