Get Motivated! Momentum Success Stories

Read how Angella was able to achieve her goals, work out and eat smarter and say "yes" to the possibilities because of her hard work...

Read about Judy Milito, February 2010 Goal Getter, who inspires fellow members that even if you fall down, you can pick yourself back up and keep going... literally!   

The Comfort of a Healthy Lifestyle Can Be Revolutionary... learn how Kristie was able to transition to a healthier way of life in her mind, muscle, motion and meals.

"A Solid Crutch"- Learn how this member gained strength in body, mind & spirit as many of life's toughtest obstacles tried to obstruct her path in her quest to reach her goals.

Having worked for the last 12 years in Oncology, I did regular self exams and even requested a mammogram from my doctors as early as age 39. Keeping it up with my annual mammogram, I was shocked to learn at the age 50, I did, in fact, have breast cancer...

"ME" in MoMEntum
When I first arrived in town to begin work, I drove by Momentum and thought, "Hey, this one is close and convenient. Why not?" I expected to sign up for a gym that was sterile and impersonal-like all of the others I've belonged to in the past. I planned to crank out  tiresome hours on a treadmill while trying to keep myself entertained with music. When I stepped into Momentum for the first time, however, I was in for quite a shock!

From the heart...
I would like to start this letter with a quiz. What could be the problem? You have some upper back pain, but  remember you had personal training the night before. You are feeling tired since getting over the flu. You have some anxiety and slight sweating while running errands, since the school district threatened a strike. The next day you have chest pressure, like a weight on your chest. 

Nothing to lose but the weight
I've struggled with my weight for most of my adult life. I'd tried a variety of diets and watched my weight yo-yo up and down, finally managing to keep my weight the same for a couple years. Then two years ago, I started gaining again. Last November, I thought I should do something about it so I joined the fitness center my friend Janet had told me about.

A Reflection of Success
Weight has been an issue that has affected my entire life. My memories of dieting start at the age of 10 when my sister’s friend jokingly told me I should have my parents put a lock on the refrigerator. Through the years I tried every diet plan conceivable ranging from centers like Weight Watchers and Jenny Craig to the amazing grapefruit or cabbage diets.

My Path to a Healthier Self
Like many other women, I knew my road to un-fitness was not a fast-tracked journey; rather, the process was slow and insidious, sneaking up on me for at least five years. The extra pounds and inches were added one at a time, bringing with them a growing lethargy and a resultant lack of motivation to keep my body active.