Miranda tells Tosca how The Eat-Clean Diet® helped her lose over 100 pounds!
Good morning, Tosca!
I started my weight loss journey four years ago. I weighed in at 230 pounds and had to put my size 22 pants on when they were a little damp so they would stretch. As a single mother of two, I realized something had to change, and it had to be me. I started reading books and websites, and fought hard not to fall victim to gimmicks and promises. Finding the truth in a quick-fix, fast-paced society was very hard. I initially stuck to portion control and just the basic baked or grilled anything. I went up and down in weight trying to find the best plan for myself. I could never commit to exercise. I had just become so lazy, but I had always been. Never in my 24 years had I been small. I have been the “fat girl” all my life.
I sit here writing you today in my size 4/5’s weighing in at 120 pounds!!!!! I made it to my goal. Yeah! It was a long, hard, hungry, frustrating road, but the best choice I ever made for myself by far!
Only now I have a new goal, and that is where you come in. I’ve read your articles, and have now purchased two of your books. I want to transform my body into an amazing machine. You are a wonderful role model. At this point I’m gobbling up any of your information that I can find. I scrutinize exercise plans, trying to get what I need to accomplish the look I want. I had my “Ah-ha” moment after reading your fitness book. “Wow, this is my body, and I can change it and make it look like what I want.” I will admit that I am still intimidated by the gym and all of the people who appear to know how to work every single machine in there!!! I fully intend to “own” this whole process. I have been Eating Clean for over a week now. I can honestly say that I am in love with it. My body feels amazing. My family and friends are having a harder time adjusting to my changes than I am. It’s always, “You’re eating what?” and my favorite, “How much cheese do you want?” My new goal is to get as lean and sculpted as I can. I love beautiful sculpted shoulders and biceps!
I am excited about your kids' cookbook and will be waiting impatiently. I plan to overhaul my kitchen and family’s lifestyle as best I can. I also plan to take you with me every step of the way. I have seen your contest on the website and plan to enter.
Tomorrow is when I begin my lifting routine. I am moving forward to the new slamming me and I am not looking back. My couch will miss me!! I just wanted to thank you for the knowledge and inner strength that you have provided for me. I also dream of telling my story and being able to one day have a column of my own. Have a great week! I know I will!!
Miranda Henderson