Brenda Lopez Challenge Photos & Essay

Before Front / After Front/ Before Side / After Side

What obstacles did you overcome to stick to the challenge and finish?

I think my biggest obstacles to overcome was preparing my meals for the week and eating every 2-3 hours.

What was your proudest moment(s) during the challenge?

By the end of the second week I was able to wear some jeans that I had not worn in over a year!

What was your lowest point during the challenge that could have caused you to quit?

Having to come into work early and not being able to attend bootcamp class.

How did you overcome that low point to keep going?

I had to rearrange some things in the evening at home to fit in a workout.

How did you fit in your workout homework during the holiday season? What strategies did you use?

After work I would go straight to the gym and do a zumba or kickboxing class. Other days I would go straight home and do the cardio intervals and then I would go and pick my kids up.

Were there any mental barriers that you had previously that you shattered during the challenge?

Yes, two things. Eating every 2-3 hours and exercising 6 days a week.


Did you have any slip ups on the challenge with nutrition or workouts?

Yes with nutrition. Bread is my weakest point but I only did it twice.

How did you recover?

I took long hot baths and I had a massage.

What was the biggest contributing factor to your success?

I have to say my husband. He ate the same meals as I did so I wouldn’t be tempted to slip.

What "driving elements" did you leverage to ensure your success besides entering the challenge?

My driving element was trying to get off my blood pressure medication. I didn’t get off of the medication but my Dr. did lower my mg intake from 20 to 10.

How did the extra accountability of participating in the challenge affect your adherence?

It helped me with my nutrition. I learned to incorporate more greens and protein.

What would you say to another busy woman who doesn't think achieving her dream body is possible with nutrition and exercise?

I would have to say try Concita’s bootcamp class!