Gail Prince's Challenge Photos & Essay

Before Front / After Front / Before Side / After Side

The biggest obstacle that I had to overcome was to find time for me.
This included prepping my meals and exercising. My proudest moment
was when my entire family decided to participate with me; my husband
cooking the chicken and turkey and my daughter helping to assemble
meals. Having all those gladware meals ready to go in my refrigerator
made all the difference. This challenge was not just about me but the
ones I love as well. I had challenges during this period that I had
to face. I was not always compliant but learned to forgive myself at
that time and continue on the path of what I knew I needed to do.
This is an area of growth for me. I usually “mess up” and decide to
throw in the towel. This time I immediately would turn around and get
back with the game plan whether it was nutrition or exercise. The
accountability factor helps with adherence to the challenge. We all
need someone to lean on. I encourage others to take the challenge and
to remember all things are possible. If you fall, get back up
immediately, forgive yourself and just do what you need to do.