Hello all!

I'm not sure how many are actually reading this blog right now...I'm happy with one... but I'm changing things up a bit. 2nd Chances is not only a weight loss group anymore. It is now just what it says a 2nd chance... a 2nd chance for bettering your life, for meeting new friends, for accomplishing a goal, or for getting the support you need for whatever endeavors you pursue. Now is the time to make it happen! Women everywhere need to come together and be the support the other needs. Be a success!

Rained on my plans!

   So... My plans to start vigorous workouts today were abruptly halted last night when I came down with a stomach bug! Ewww! I did manage to go for a walk, and a partial run... since my 3 yr old thought it was funny to take off running from his mommy. Never a dull moment when you're a mom. Anyway, obviously I did watch what I ate, when I could eat, today but the dizziness wouldn't allow me to move quickly, or slowly for that matter.
   Hopefully, tomorrow I will be at least 75% better because I have a house to get in order, a work schedule to get back to, and an intense workout plan to get on board with. So, here's what I'm going to try. I researched weight loss routines on YouTube and put together my own choreography. It consists of a mixture of Zumba, hip-hop dancing, and kick boxing. Trust me... VERY INTENSE! I chose this workout because 1) I chose it - 2) It's fun - 3) and I had to find a routine that didn't include a lot of floor exercises because I have a bad back.
   One more thing. People have been asking me why I chose the name "2nd Chances" for this group. It's because I feel like I'm taking a second chance at life. Someone called me 30 the other day and another thought I was the mom of an 18 year old. Very insulting... I'm 23! I feel like by losing weight and becoming more fit, I am giving myself another push at achieving my goals and my dreams. I am creating the ambition inside of me that I lost somewhere along the way. And I am setting a good example for my son.
    Anyway, that's it for tonight! I am tired and ready to wake up to a new day refreshed and energized! Goodnight!

The Beginning of a Change!

   So, over the past couple of weeks I've been pondering this idea. Like a lot of women, I struggle with my weight on a daily basis. Until the summer before my junior year in high school, I didn't really care... Well, I cared, just not enough to do anything about it. My junior year in high school, I was at my most satisfiable weight, 130 pounds... Which is really good since I am only 5'4". But when I quit dancing my junior year, I "blew back up."
   My senior year, I was big. In college, I was back down to 130. My weight has yo-yo'd ever since. I'll find some new program and try it, in most cases it works, and then I gain it all back plus more. Last year, I even went to a diet clinic and lost tremendously, but the medicine is not good for me and sometimes jacks up my blood pressure.
   One thing I have found, though, when I work out in a group... Or I'm part of a group all working to lose weight and become healthier, I lose more and keep it off. It's the challenge, I guess, to fit in with everyone else that keeps me going. Thus the reason I have decided to start "2nd Chances," an online group to discuss weight loss goals, techniques, meal plans, etc. It is also a place where you can share how much you have lost each week, if you want, to get that boost of confidence from other members!
   Here's the AWESOME part... It's 100% ABSOLUTELY FREE! No catches, no hidden fees, NOTHING! I have my own business designing logos and such for t-shirts and other products and I will have "2nd Chances" products for sell, but you have NO obligation to buy any of it! Again, this is 100% ABSOLUTELY FREE!
   If you want to be a part of it, simply comment here with your e-mail address, follow this blog, follow me on twitter (@KrystalParrish), or send me an e-mail at krystal@krystalbparrish.com ... Let's lose it together!