MichelleRenee12’s BodyBlog

Sent off the completed official Body for Life packet this morning.  If you’ve read any of the inspirational essays, you’ll know that people overcome great tragedies at times by refocusing their efforts on their health. I’m always amazed at the strength of people who can rise to be their best when times are the worst! Now, in my case, I’m just a regular gal who was tired of wearing cover ups at the beach, so that’s the approach I took for my essay.  The results will be announced in January. I can’t imagine that I would win anything from EAS, but I’ve won a new life, and you can’t top that!  BTW- On the inner transformation questions, I listed this site as one of my motivators in getting through the challenge.  For everyone who has helped me, written nice comments, and sent such encouraging emails to push me forward, thank you!!!   Shelley

Got my final pictures back today. They were ok - I worked really hard this past 12 weeks and there is a visible difference in my before and after photos. I’m hoping that the next ones I have made in the spring will show more cut, but for now, I’m happy!

Before my pictures this morning, I weighed in at 112 lbs (down from 130 12 weeks ago).  Measured 34, 24 1/2, 34 1/2 with 19 1/4 inch thighs. Size 2!  The last time I was this small, I was 17 or 18 years old.

The "after" photo shoot went pretty well, I think. I should have at least one good front and back shot to send in with my entry packet.  Great end to a BFL challenge, and a great beginning to my goal to far exceed the best shape of my life!