That was seven years ago.
After I flipped the script on my mindset and accepted that lasting change takes time, I slowly lost 75 pounds. Over the course of a year, I put one foot in front of the other to make small, but meaningful changes that I knew would last a lifetime.
And while getting fit is a journey unique to each of us, it sure doesn't hurt to get a little bit of inspiration and advice from someone who's "been there, done that!"
Check out the 14 fitness tips that helped me lose 75 pounds and keep it off.
About the Author
A native of the Pacific Northwest, Sara Lindberg, B.S., M.Ed., is a fitness expert and full-time freelance writer with 20+ years of experience. She holds a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Exercise Science and a Master's degree in Counseling. She’s spent her life educating people on the importance of health, wellness, mindset, and mental health, and she specializes in the mind-body connection, with a focus on how our mental and emotional wellbeing impact our physical fitness and health.
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