[PinkieLee]

Originally Posted by Inked_Trinity

I'm going to jump right in here with both feet!
About 5 months ago I finally decided to get off my butt and get healthier. I didn't want the same ole gym routine so I found a boxing gym and joined. I started slow going 3 times a week. I found I had a passion for it. I picked up a personal trainer, who hooked me up with place called Max Muscle. There I got an education on sports nutrition. I went into this just wanting to loose some weight and feel better physically. What I have gotten out it is SOOOOO much more. I never realized how much it would affect my mental attitude or my confidence in myself. I have lost about 40 lbs, dropped 2 pants sizes and need a stick of butter to get my head through the door some days. I sleep better, feel better, have so much more energy and I'm happy. So far the only negative thing I have experienced is getting my ass knocked out in the ring ( only once ), but not everyone chooses to fight like I did. I'm also becoming addicted to that wonderful euphoric feeling after an ass kicking workout. This is no longer an option in my life, it has become a necessity. I am also a type 2 diabetic, this keeps me eating right and gives me the exercise that I need. I have had a few fights in the ring and I'm currently training for an upcoming fight in October. Not bad for a 50 yr old!

Kickboxing... hells yeah! How awesome that you are not only getting healthier, but actually enjoying the process! I would LOVE to learn to box or do the kickboxing thing ~ but not against anyone... I don't wanna hurt my face

Losing 40 pounds is a major accomplishment... you should feel very proud. You gotta love the new found confidence that comes along with it, too! KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK!!