Several years ago, my mom and I attended an open casting call in Columbus. We got up at the crack of dawn to drive an hour from home to wait in line all day long with other potential candidates. The folks who stood in line with us were amazing, all with incredible stories and good reasons for wanting to get on the show. Obviously, all of us were overweight and in need of someone to guide us on our journey to health. For some, this was their one shot at losing weight and getting healthy.
When the line finally dwindled and the wait for the audition was within reach, my mom and I were handed applications to fill out for the casting directors. Then we were ushered into another large room where we were herded into different groups. There we were also able to meet some of our favorite past season contestants, Coleen Skeabeck and Shellay Cremen (seriously two of the sweetest ladies!). They offered some excellent advise: BE YOURSELF and tell your own story.
After waiting literally all day, mom and I along with 10-15 other potential contestants were escorted into a large conference room where a casting director was waiting for us. The casting director didn't waste any time with asking us to answer why we wanted to be on the show, what kind of contestant we thought we'd be, and to tell him something unique about ourselves. You can imagine 10-15 of us vying for this guy's attention, all within the 5 minute time span we had.
It was ridiculous.
And fun.
(Yes, this introvert who hates being the center of attention, thought this casting call was FUN!)
But here's the thing: the Biggest Loser didn't want me.
And I'm OK with that.
Because that opportunity led me to where I am today.
I've been on a fitness journey for years now. My journey is not just about weight loss. Weight loss is definitely a part of my journey, but it is much more than that. This journey is about getting healthy in body, mind, and spirit. It is about making small, attainable goals for myself then actually taking the necessary steps to meet those goals.
And I'm not alone on this journey.
Thankfully God has surrounded me with family and friends who encourage and motivate me in this journey.
He's also gifted me with Faithful Finish Lines.
Faithful Finish Lines is an online fitness group that has changed my life! It all starts with the Stepping Forward program which is a 7 week online program for women that incorporates the healthy eating, physical activity, and mental strategies that leader, Sara Borgestede, learned during her 100-pound weight loss journey. Sara, along with personal trainer, Corrine, and community leader, Christine, will give you safe, practical, and realistic strategies to aide you in your journey to a healthier you!
The best part of the Faithful Finish Lines program, in my opinion, is the community of women that are going through this journey with me! This community is always full of encouragement and helps motivate me to continue going when I just want to throw in the towel.
If you're looking for a kick-start to your fitness journey, Faithful Finish Lines is for you.
If you're looking for a program that is simple to follow and gives you results, Faithful Finish Lines is for you.
If you're looking for an amazing community which will support you every step of the way, Faithful Finish Lines is for you.
What are you waiting for? Sign up today! The small financial investment is worth it. (Registrations ends tomorrow)
YOU ARE WORTH IT!!!
Are you on a fitness journey? Who are the people in your life who support you?
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