Diana saw what a change had happened to her best friend and wanted to completely change herself. She made a courageous decision and does not intend to stop!

Why did I decide on this

I have long ceased to like my photographs. I am tired of convincing myself: “Tomorrow I will definitely start.” After seeing a photo of Jamie Ison on one of the social networks, my best friend and I began to wonder how a woman could look so great.

Kelsey contacted Jamie, and from her we learned about Kim Porterfield and about the Institute of Nutritional Medicine, which is located in Houston.

For many months Kelsey and I have been actively discussing all these issues. As a result, about a year later, she and her husband visited the Institute of Healthy Nutrition for the first time. In May 2010 I also joined them. The decision to work on myself and get to know myself from my best side is the most correct and valuable choice in my life.

Overcoming the thorny path to my new appearance, I supported Casey in her achievements. The competitive spirit motivated us to move on and on.

How i did it

The first thing I went to was Kim Porterfield, a nutritional expert and nutritionist at the Nutrition Institute. From May 2010 to May 2011, I learned the art of a balanced diet with five meals a day and watched the changes that were happening to my body.

However, I found that my previous weight was constantly returning. It was difficult for me to combine the new nutritional philosophy with my daily life. I needed support – it was necessary to set a goal, thanks to which I could reach a new level and form a new worldview.

After talking to my best friend Kelsey, who had already competed in a fitness contest at the time, and after consulting with Kim Porterfield, I decided to start my 20-week body transformation. I started a blog in which I planned to write down the changes that were taking place twice a week.

In connection with this decision, I gave up drinking alcohol and going to cafes / restaurants for 20 weeks. It was very difficult for me to deal with these two weaknesses. By eliminating them, I showed myself that I could “do without it.”

I really liked to relax with friends from time to time, as well as dine in catering establishments. I have never been able to find a balance in this matter.

By eliminating these weaknesses from my life, I “shocked” my body. I proved to myself that I can keep my word and that I CAN find a reasonable balance on the way to my goal. Journaling has proven to be very effective. Even now, I sometimes look into it to revive in my memory the achievements that I was able to achieve in such a short time.

The support from my family, friends and my beloved man allowed me to discover new facets of my personality, and also gave me the opportunity to truly explore myself and learn a lot about myself.

After competing in October, I maintain a healthy body weight and monitor my body fat percentage as recommended by Kim Porterfield. As far as my morale is concerned, Kim put together a meal plan so effective that it contains very few prohibited foods.

When the meal plan was ready, I contacted fitness contestant and professional athlete Vanessa Sifontes to help me develop a workout program for the past 12 weeks and advise on optimal nutritional supplements. Vanessa told me where to add and where to remove, and also made an individual training program for me and advised the best nutritional supplements. The combination of a balanced diet, an effective workout program and quality nutritional supplements has allowed me to create a body that I could only dream of!

Sports Supplements

After waking up

Before your morning cardio workout

With the first meal

With meals 1, 3, and 5

Before training

After training

Diet

First meal

Second meal

Third meal

Fourth meal

Fifth meal

Sixth meal

Training program

Day 1: Legs / Cardio

Day 2: Biceps / Triceps / Abs

Day 3: Chest / Shoulders / Cardio

Day 4: Back / Legs

Day 5: Rest

Day 6: Legs / Abs

Day 7: Rest

Tips for readers

First of all, I advise you to find a nutritionist and consult with them about your goals. Next, you need to draw up a competent nutrition plan. You need to know why you need to consume certain foods. Feel free to ask a specialist questions. Having a balanced diet and adhering to the principles of healthy eating is the key to success in the long term.

Not everyone will take part in fitness contests. In other words, your goals may be different from mine. However, you must make a certain promise to yourself and tell your loved ones about your goals so that the burden of responsibility does not allow you to stop halfway.

Try to surround yourself with people who will support and inspire you. This will provide good motivation and maintain a positive attitude. Do not lose sight of the main thing. Celebrate every small defeat or victory … extra pounds did not appear in one day, and they will not go away in one day.

I express my gratitude to my family, friends, loved one, trainer and nutritionist for your help, support and guidance. Big changes change a person only for the BETTER side.

Patience, dedication and commitment are three qualities to which I owe my transformation. I encourage all readers to leave their comfort zone and start making changes to see their BEST side. You will be delighted with your achievements!

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