CALL TO ACTION!!!!!!!! PRIORITIZE YOUR HEALTH!!!

CALL TO ACTION!!!!!!!! PRIORITIZE YOUR HEALTH!!!


Almost 4 years ago after having my second child, I believed that it would be next to impossible to “SnapBack” after thirty years old! The thought of having to make time for my weight loss goals, take care of my children, work full-time, and maintain a household led to increased stress and anxiety.  Before my breakthrough, I would start and stop a fitness challenge due to any obstacles that came my way.  There were always obstacles: 


Son started basketball 

Work stressors

Regular kids doctor/dental visits

Breastfeeding schedule 

Household Maintenance 


You name it, there was just always something!! However, I would still feel guilt at times because I felt that I was taking time away from my family and the time spent with them. I really needed time for myself but I didn’t know how to start!! I had no outside support from family because we just moved from one city to the next and knew no one other than work colleagues.

   I was totally out of shape, at my highest weight of 248 pounds!!! I repeat… That is the highest weight I have ever been! I was uncomfortable in my own body, couldn’t fit any of my clothes (not even the “Fat” ones I kept for emergencies… that’s another story), and i hated the way my shape looked in the mirror/photos. In addition to my body confidence being shot, my energy level was low, breathing was irregular, and my bad cholesterol was rising. Depression and anxiety were setting in as well.  I started to fear not being here for my kids and family. No longer did I love my body, and it showed in how I treated it!  


Everyday I would ask myself:

  • What has led me to this extreme weight gain? 
  • Why did I carry so much guilt whenever I had to do what I KNEW I needed to do for myself?
  • How am I ever going to get back my “sexy” and confidence that I had before I lost myself? 
  • How am I going to get past my limiting beliefs? 
  • Will I always come back to this?!!



Thank God I surpassed myself and came out of the other side of the shadow. So grateful that I’ve learned that I don’t HAVE to live that anymore!!! 


Once I learned how to make sure my choices benefit my health goals, optimize my time to prioritize myself, and organize my thoughts with a journal/planner to keep everything in perspective, my life started to change for the better, and I would NEVER go back!!! 


Today I prioritize my fitness routine, healthy meals, and health needs with ease and simplicity.  Physically, mentally, and emotionally, I feel so much lighter. Due to my 48 pound weight loss, my body confidence is soaring! I am able to play with my children without becoming breathless. I’ve fully committed to a lifetime of healthy living, and look forward to achieving more optimal results. 


If you feel like I once felt, you’re not alone. It gets better. If I can support you, I am a direct message away!


IG: stacey_nicolefit 

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