I am 8 days away from giving birth to our first child and have been reflecting on the changes in my life over the past 2 years. I came to Chelsea about 2 years ago and have been training with her on an average of 3 times a week since. Before this, I had never exercised regularly or had good nutrition. Quite the opposite. We enjoyed going out to eat and drink most days of the week. Finally this poor lifestyle it caught up with me; not only as an additional 5 pounds a year since high school but mentally too. Since the age of 15, I have struggled with anxiety and depression. I had been on an ever changing rotation of anti-anxiety drugs for years with no sustainable solution. At the age of 26, something had to change. I was depressed, anxious, overweight, tired, out of shape, and feeling terrible. With the encouragement of my husband, I decided to give physical training a try. I had some initial fears: the hard work, the time commitment, and what seemed like a frivolous, self-indulgent expense. Considering the thousands of dollars a month that I was spending on eating and drinking to keep my self unhealthy, this was a step in the right direction.
I started to see Chelsea 3 times a week. It was hard work and I didn't feel like working most days. I knew this was just what I needed if I ever wanted to be healthy. I began seeing results physically but more importantly I began to feel better in every way. After about 6 months there was a switch that happened. My self-esteem had grown, I looked better, and I felt like I was able to do anything. Today, I have control of my life for the first time ever. I finally look forward to going to the gym. I like the feeling of lifting heavy weights and working hard; it makes me feel strong and in control. I have broken the cycle of bad health. I am proud to be able to teach my children the lessons I have learned through this experience. Physical training has been transformative. It has been a full lifestyle change and has changed the person that am. Choosing to get the help of a physical trainer was the best decision I have ever made for myself and I will continue to train with Chelsea because it keeps me healthy and happy.
Today I am proud to say that after 9 months of pregnancy with a full sized baby in my belly, I weigh the same as I did when I first came to Chelsea. I have continued to go to the gym 3 times a week throughout my pregnancy and feel great. I am excited to go into labor because I am trained for it. I didn't expect this many changes to happen to me but I am encouraged to know there are many more in store for me.
Molly
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