#transformingbethany

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[bethany1128]

Throwing it back to August of 2016. When we went to Nashville because I was going through a major country phase back then. My appearance has changed quite a bit since then. I gained more before starting my journey in fall of 2017 then lost a ton and put some back on and currently trying to get it back off. However...there is more to tell behind the woman in the left photo. . . . I could barely keep up walking with my family, eating well and taking care of myself was the last thing on my mind, and I was taking a shot for my diabetes to help me lose weight. It was called trulicity. A once a week injection. It's a known fact I'm terrified of needles. So even though the shot was simple my sister and mother gave me the shot because i couldn't bring myself to do it. I specifically remember us having to have a cooler or refrigerator in our hotel because the injection itself had to be kept cool. I've been very fortunate to have never had to take insulin for my diabetes. I've had high blood sugar and an unhealthy weight though. Somewhere deep inside me I knew I didn't want to live life this way. It wasn't until about a year after that photo was taken that I decided to really do something about it. Fast forward to the right photo May 27, 2020. I might not be at my smallest BUT shockingly my diabetes still remains under control. I have been off any and all medication since winter of 2017. It's controlled with diet and exercise. Last I checked my A1C level was a little higher which I figured it would be considering the weight gain but it is still considered normal. Just on the higher side. That was my biggest concern when I started gaining back. I'm thankful I haven't quit, and my health conditions remain stable. Size does not define you. I'm guilty of thinking it does at times and snap myself out of it. My body can do so much more than I ever thought possible. Even at the current size I am. I am proud of what I'm able to do and you should be proud of you too! Keep fighting, because we can do this!💕 . . #transformingbethany #type2diabetes #fightingdiabetes #fightingdiabetesandobesity #fightingobesity #fightingobesitytogether #lovethejourney #thescaledoesntdefineyou (at Grand Rapids, Michigan) https://www.instagram.com/p/CAuFmxqgZUT/?igshid=5ovbtqhb7ad6

[bethany1128]

Can we just acknowledge the fact that these leggings are a size Large! Also pretty sure I love this pose😂. Anyway...I bought these leggings when I was smaller and honestly didn't expect them to fit still. They were a little snug but it worked out, they didn't fall down when I was running. For some odd reason I have the desire to get better at running. I hate running, and almost any other form of cardio. Lifting is where it's at for me but something inside me wants to be able to run without feeling like I'm gonna die. So I went to the track today. I didn't mind that it was raining, I love the rain. I had my @evolvegear sweater on majority of the time. I only made it about .60 miles before I tapped out. I was starting to feel it in my back so I walked the rest of the way but thats okay because I was able to consistently run/jog for that .60 mile instead of stopping and then walking. I also did a couple sprints, lunges, that movement @evolve.nation has done and some other moves from my program that I'm trying to get better at. . . #weightlossjourney2020 #weightlossmotivationforwomen #fitnessjourney2020 #evolvenation #bemore #transformingbethany #fightingmentalhealthwithfitness #fightingmentalillness #fightingdiabetes #fightingdiabetesandobesity #fightingobesity #fightingobesitytogether #lovethejourney #mindovermatter #youaremorepowerfulthanyouthink #youaremore #thescaledoesntdefineyou #slowprogressisstillprogress #itsokaytofalljustgetbackup #believeinyourselfalways #sundayfunday #rainorshinethegrindneverstops #rainorshine #obesetobeast #makeyourselfapriority (at Grand Rapids, Michigan) https://www.instagram.com/p/CATLxhNAB_H/?igshid=e0yl9i9mwiem

[bethany1128]

Day 2 of week 1✅😊 still without weights but I might be able to pick some up at the end of the week. We shall see they're not a priority right now so I just used my resources. Honestly didn't want to do it, I didn't sleep well last night due to another rough night and then was up by 5am for work. Luckily my actual workday went really well I just struggled to stay awake. Came home took a nap, debated on picking up an amazon order but said no and had some me time which for me was moving my body. I made the right choice for myself today😊. My foods been good but my water has been crap today😬 just being honest. Wearing a mask at work and constantly pulling it down to drink wasn't appealing but I'll adjust. Better safe than sorry right? I hope everyone's having a wonderful day! . . Also ladies @juststrong is a pretty cool apparel line if you want to check them out. Once I catch up on some bills I intend to buy more from them! I love what just strong stands for. Link in my bio will save you money on your purchase if you decide to get something💕 . . . #juststrongclothing #juststrongambassador #juststrongteam #weightlossjourney #influencerstyle #weightlossjourney2020 #fitnessjourney2020 #transformingbethany #transformingmybodyandmind #fightingdepression #fightingmentalillness #mentallillnessawarenessmonth #itsokaynottobeokay #fightingobesity #fightingobesitytogether #chickswholiftweights #guatemalan #showupforyourself #thescaledoesntdefineyou #empoweredwomenempowerwomen (at Grand Rapids, Michigan) https://www.instagram.com/p/CAJP86nA_-O/?igshid=1bat8gv42rcs5

[bethany1128]

#throwbackthursday from 2011-present. Was beautiful then, still beautiful now. My weight has fluctuated a lot over the years but I've learned that my weight doesn't define my worth. Seems like I should've known that right? However in today's society it's hard to remember that sometimes. My only goal now is to be happy and healthy! Physically healthy, spiritually, emotionally and mentally. I promised myself 2020 and on would be different. Different mindset, more positive, and always learning and continuing to grow as a person. Remember you are beautiful and worth so much more! Don't let a number on the scale get to you! And never give up! Look for those small non scale victories!💙 . . . #teambuiltonbalance #weightlossjourney #fitnessjourney #weightlossjourney2020 #fitnessjourney2020 #transformingbethany #transformyourmind #transformyourlife #obesetobeast #lovethejourney #selflove #makeyourselfapriority #selfworth #guatemalan #grandrapids #empoweredwomenempowerwomen #chooseyou (at Grand Rapids, Michigan) https://www.instagram.com/p/B8yWAUIAZoU/?igshid=1qls5io0qst7g

[bethany1128]

I really REALLY wanted tacos from my favorite spot today. Had been craving them all day. Then I almost put pasta in instead of zucchini but I'm trying hard to stay focused on my goals. It is my first time trying the @jennieo Italian seasoned ground turkey and omg 10/10 it's so tasty! . Zucchini spaghetti with ground turkey for dinner & lunch for tomorrow!😋. I didn't add any extra seasoning to anything. . . When I first got these containers I thought "omg I am going to starve" because they look so small. Honestly as much as I'm eating though I feel fine 😊. . . . #teambuiltonbalance #weightlossjourney #weightlossjourney2020 #mealplanning #zuchinnispaghetti #fitnessjourney #fitnessjourney2020 #transformyourlife #transformyourmind #transformyourbody #transformingbethany #lowcarbrecipes #fightingdiabetes #fightingobesity #makeyourselfapriority #lovethejourney #dietoverexercise #choosingme (at Grand Rapids, Michigan) https://www.instagram.com/p/B9X9EFZA_KY/?igshid=1jfqf0g4uzkgl

[bethany1128]

Just me and my little 8lb weights 😂 but I mean they're better than nothing! Decided to just take a day and do my own thing. The weather turned out to be great too so that's a plus! Pretty much did full body, except for abs. I repeated each exercise 3x ranging from 10-15reps. . . 🎧 Work it out- Despotem & Throvn . . #weightlossjourney2020 #fitnessjourney2020 #outdoorworkout #fightingmentalillness #fightingobesity #fightingobesitytogether #fightingdiabetes #lovethejourney #youaremore #makeyourselfapriority #ificandoitsocanyou #onestepatatime👣 #obesetobeast #obesitywillnotwin #illwinthisbattle #itsokaytonotbeokay #guatemalan #gettinghealthyandfit #imnevergivingup #empoweringwomen #empoweredwomenempowerwomen #transformingbethany #juststrongteam #juststrong #weightlosscommunity #imissthegym #justmove #justmoveyourbody (at Grand Rapids, Michigan) https://www.instagram.com/p/CAdzR3nAs1z/?igshid=pvzvwpe1drrj