This is the moment that got Kelly's attention...

 

Three hundred and eighty nine pounds.

Her weight and her health were out of control and something had to change. ​

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Her journey started with a simple goal: "I didn't want to die young and leave my children without their mother."

 

But along the way, she realized losing weight was about so much more than a number on a scale.

 

"I wanted to take back everything obesity had stolen from me - my confidence, my self-worth, my freedom,

and my belief in myself. I wanted to replace fear with courage. I wanted to stop hiding from life and start living it.

For years, my unhealthy relationship with food kept me in a box.

There were places I wanted to go, things I wanted to experience, and adventures I dreamed of having,

yet I couldn't even fit comfortably in an airplane seat.  

I wasn't just trying to lose weight - I was fighting to reclaim my life.

Today, my mission is to help others do the same: break free from fear, build confidence,

and create a life they truly love living."

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In May 2012, she underwent gastric sleeve surgery and over the course of the next couple of years,

she was able to lose 165 pounds - an entire person! 

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In 2016, she set a goal to weigh under 200 pounds and began her journey to shed those last 25 pounds.

After reaching 199 pounds for the first time in decades, life threw her some challenges.

Battling the loss of her mother, her sister, her own health conditions, and the struggles of an

empty nest it wasn't long before those 25 pounds started creeping back.

However, with her daughter's wedding set for February 2020, she found a renewed

determination and stepped into the gym for the first time in September 2019,

weighing 223 pounds, ready to reclaim her health and strength.

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Discovering a CrossFit style gym was another turning point in her life. The first days and weeks were awful. 

She physically could not do the exercises without modified motions.  She absolutely HATED every minute.

The dread went on for months. The only running she wanted to do was OUT - like her hair was on fire. 

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 But what she realized is she loved the feeling of accomplishment and the determination

she felt to keep showing up.  But as time passed, something shifted.

She began to embrace the sense of accomplishment and determination that came with each session.

Eventually, she realized she no longer dreaded her workouts and

instead loved the mental clarity and strength they brought.

What once felt overwhelming transformed her life, paving the way for a brighter, healthier future.

 

In the wake of gym closures during the pandemic, she transformed her patio into a personal fitness haven,

gathering equipment and participating in remote classes. As in-home training became the new standard,

she committed to regular workouts under the guidance of a qualified trainer.

After a decade filled with work and resilience, she had achieved an incredible milestone!

 

In September 2022, after a few life setbacks and a tremendous amount of personal growth,

Kelly had lost 230 pounds and achieved her goal weight, reaching a BMI of 29.

Her transformation was the result of commitment, consistency, healthy lifestyle changes,

and select cosmetic procedures that helped complete her journey after significant weight loss.

Her journey is a testament to determination and self-improvement, proving that with dedication,

anything is possible.

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With her first triathlon complete in 2023 she knew the sky was the limit.

Kelly's journey took a remarkable turn the following year. She discovered that her training and

determination had reached new heights. With a renewed sense of purpose, she dove into training on her own. 

She pursued certifications as a trainer and began intensive triathlon training to complete three races and a half iron man that year. She would describe herself as "a girl that couldn't run to the mailbox" and today she holds ribbons for crossing the finish line of her first sprint triathlon, the Olympic Triathlon, and even tackled her first half Iron Man! ​​

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Kelly is a true inspiration who has transformed her life by losing an incredible 244 pounds!​

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She is an accomplished athlete with a long list of credentials including

Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Nutrition Coach,

Women's Fitness Specialization, and Senior Fitness Specialization

through the National Academy of Sports Medicine.

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From 389 pounds to a lean and healthy 145.

She embodies energy, ambition, and resilience.

With her firsthand experience of overcoming challenges,

Kelly is the perfect guide to help you crush your fitness goals.

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What sets Kelly apart is that she's lived the journey herself.

 

She knows what it's like to be overweight, out of shape, and afraid to walk into a gym.

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"I've been there. I understand the fear of being judged and the struggle of getting started."

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That's why Kelly Fit Lifestyle is built on compassion, support, and understanding - not judgment.

Whether you're just beginning or starting over, you'll find a welcoming environment

where you can work toward your goals with confidence.

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Let her battle scars motivate you as you embark on your own journey to success!