Hi, my name is Sheli and I signed up to the 28 Day Challenges exactly a year ago today.
I was coming to terms with the fact that I had completely let myself go during my second pregnancy, eaten nothing but chocolate and pasta, not doing any exercise and feeling emotionally more unhappy than I was able to admit.
I despised the way I looked in the mirror, and none of my clothes fit. I shamefully bought size 16 pants from Kmart, shocked at what I had allowed myself to do- a 30kg weight gain over the course of the pregnancy.
It was the before and after photos that won me over the night I signed up. I wanted so badly to be one of those women.
It’s hard to believe that a year has passed and now I really am one of those women, over 20kgs* down and a motivational mum.
People still regularly comment on my weight loss. I have a whole new wardrobe of clothes that fit well and look great. My husband can’t keep his hands off my newly firmed up butt(!) and I like how I look in the mirror.
But more than that: I have energy that I didn’t even realise I was lacking. Lethargy had become my norm. Now, I thrive after exercise, and most importantly, I’m a happier person. Not because overweight people are unhappy, but because the truth is, I wasn’t nurturing or loving myself enough to look after myself.
I’ve always struggled with my weight and have tried pretty much every weight loss program out there.
Some worked short-term, but I always ended up putting the weight back on.
Lose Baby Weight is different, because it really is a lifestyle change: gentle and sustainable enough to last the distance and completely mum-friendly, which frankly, is essential.
Even when I reach my goal weight (5 more kilos to go!), I’ll continue with the challenges, because I love the recipes and I love the meal planning. It makes my life simpler, gives me control over my health, saves me money and keeps me feeling organised and on top of things.
I also love the support from the Facebook group, the endless tips and words of encouragement, the ideas and philosophies – it’s such a special network that gives me a lot of pleasure to be a part of.
One year on and I’m a daily smoothie drinker, regular exerciser (always hated exercise) and healthy eater not by obligation but by choice.
That’s what makes all the difference. Several of my friends have joined The Health Mummy 28 day weight loss challenge after being inspired by my weight loss, and I’m really proud of that. But most importantly, I’m proud of showing my young daughters that exercise can be fun, and hopefully set them on that path for life.
I could not recommend this program more highly!
Sheli xx
Amazing results Sheli, we are so proud of you!!
Love the Healthy Mummy team xxx
Every month on the 28 Day Weight Loss Challenge, we run a BRAND NEW 28 day menu with a different theme so you NEVER get bored! Next months theme is the ENERGY & METABOLISM BOOSTING! – so if you’re feeling a tad tired and lethargic then this one is for you!!
If you curious to find out more about the 28 Day Challenge Recipes then we have a 28 Day Challenge recipe pack for you to try HERE.
Results from mums on the 28 Day Challenge
Mums lose an average of 4-6kg (8-13 pounds) on our 28 Day Challenge and below are some of the amazing results from mums JUST LIKE YOU who are already using the 28 Day Challenge and losing tummy fat – make the change and join them today too!
You can see lots of more results and you can join here too
Jess Lost 5kgs* with the 28 Day Challenge
Jess says: “The meals are quick and easy and so, so yummy! I never feel like I’m missing out! My husband is loving the dinners too when he’s not away. The challenge exercises are really keeping me on my toes!! Having the three rounds makes me really push to best my last reps!
For me, my biggest down fall is lack of organisation, but the challenge is exactly what I need to get organised and start smashing my goals!”
