Mary Kay's Story of Success

by Mary Kay Valenti
(Illinois, United States)

I grew up with poor self-esteem and body image. I was teased as a child and teenager. As an adult I constantly struggled becoming all too familiar with the term Yo-yo dieting. I found things that worked and many that didn't. I would lose 10 pounds just to re-gain 20. I am an emotional eater. I looked to food for comfort and celebration. At my highest weight I was 230 pounds.

After I gave birth to my little Superman I became sad, withdrawn and anti-social. I didn't have any clothes that fit and I hit a point where I didn't want to look in the mirror. I decided it was time to make a change. I have been learning and growing in search of the better part of me ever since. Now at a 100 pounds lighter I feel great and look great. I am a competitive figure bodybuilder, motivational speaker and help others on their fitness journeys to success. You can read more about me at http://www.mkfiguredoll.com/