PCOS Success Series: Down 60 Pounds and Counting!

Michelle Durham

Location: Sultan, Washington

Diagnosed with PCOS in May of 2006“after visiting the ER and finding out that multiple cysts had ruptured on both of my ovaries.”

Feeling sick and in physical pain

As a result of different conditions, I have experienced excessive weight and finding it difficult (and seemingly impossible) to lose weight, my hormones were out of control, and my cycles came twice a month or sometimes more, I was moody all the time and had skin problems.

I was put on synthetic medications after my diagnosis, and they made me sicker and creating more problems with my menstrual cycle.

Making a new decision

Frustration associated with all the medicine I was supposed to take forced me to find a new path. When I discovered Freedom from PCOS, I applied the triple threat approach to a “t” and never looked back.

I began eating whole foods, (and in doing so, cutting out high fructose corn syrup, sugary drink fried foods, etc.) exercising and taking the Insulite system. I started drinking tons of water and my energy levels began to go up dramatically!

The exercise part wasn’t a problem for me because I learned how to modify certain moves to my level and to accommodate my injuries. I also switch up my workouts every few weeks to avoid getting bored – this helps the results come flying in!

A defining moment

On June 18, 2010, I went to the doctor’s office and they weighed me.This will always be a defining moment that led me to make healthy changes. I weighed in at 418 pounds, and this was the heaviest I had ever been. From there on, I decided it was also the heaviest I will ever be!

I am happy to say that from making changes in my diet, exercising and taking the Insulite system, I am now down to 360 pounds and so happy! I know that my weight no longer has to be something I cannot control.

I’m now living my life the way I want it – natural and healthy! I care about my body and I want to preserve my good health as long as possible.

Change your mindset

After working with Katie, reading her Freedom from PCOS book, watching and participating in the 90 days to freedom videos and being part of the Inner Circle, I feel constantly motivated and confident to continue on. Knowing that I can change my mindset, focus on my goals – small ones first, then long-term ones – and choose how I feel about my condition empowers me to not only create the life I want, but to help other women with PCOS do the same.

Life is different now

Life is great now because I am healthier and able to do more without feeling fatigued. I am happy with where I’m at now, and I can’t wait to one day be at my goal weight. I am fully embracing my life now, taking personal responsibility for my wellness plan and am super positive (which is huge for me!).

I hope to empower, encourage and uplift other women who want to make serious changes in their health. If I can do it, so can you!

Michelle Durham is now a Freedom from PCOS Coach, supporting and encouraging women with PCOS to make positive changes through holistic solutions. She is present on the Freedom from PCOS Facebook fan page, as well as the PCOS Inner Circle.

To learn more about the Freedom from PCOS “Triple Threat” approach,click here. To learn more about the Insulite Labs PCOS System, click here.

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