Liveabetic Profile – Missy Metcalf

Missy's AMAZING Results:

I’ve talked to several of my Liveabetic followers about doing a Liveabetic Profile, but I’d like to kick it off with someone who is exceptionally inspirational to me in my life, and has been doing amazingly well with her overall health.

Missy’s Accomplishments
Most of you know Missy, my lovely wife, and you know she is a kind, friendly person. But did you know she has lost over 70 pounds? AND she is down over 16 pounds from her pre-pregnancy weight!?!

These are not insignificant accomplishments. It is hard to do, and takes a long term effort. Missy has the right approach though. She sets goals for herself that are reasonable, tries to eat healthiER, and works out regularly.

Missy’s Nutrition
Missy isn’t following a fad diet, but she does have a general sense of what she is eating. When she has been eating too much junk food, she reins it in and tries to do better. For a while she was using the “Lose It” app on her iPhone, which tracks her calorie intake for the day. That app also allows you to set goals, track progress, and it will show you how much of your calorie intake for the day you’ve already used – assuming you want to lose weight. Pretty slick!

Missy Before:

Missy’s Exercise
It is true that you can lose weight through diet, but that doesn’t get you in shape. To make that happen you need to exercise, and Missy has been a real trooper. A few years ago we invested in a treadmill, which we still use today (it hasn’t become a clothes hanger or relegated to our garage). Missy has been walking and jogging on the treadmill for a while. Because it is right there in our house, she doesn’t have to get to the gym, and if Lily is running around it is easy to keep an eye on her while working out.

Seven months ago Missy also started working out with a mom’s group that trains with Coach Greg a couple days a week. Running through band, ball, and cardio exercises has made a great impact. Missy talks about how she is feeling stronger, and I can see her getting more toned.

Missy Kicks Some Butt!
Without any additional training, Missy just ran a 5K on Saturday. Yea, I’m impressed! That is 3.2 miles for those of you keeping track. And she did it in 37 minutes – not a bad time at all.

Why Missy Inspires Me
It is so great to see someone you care about working hard and getting results. I can see her increased commitment to herself, which translates to an increased commitment to Lily and me. I know that she will live healthier, live longer, and have more quality time with us as a family, which is what it’s all about.

Are You Feeling Inspired?
Great! Here are a few things you can do to get active in your own health:
- Leave a comment and let Missy know how her hard work has inspired YOU
- Start eating healthiER, fewer trips through the drive through, eat your veggies
- Download the Lose It app here!
- Start exercising, even if it is small, do something to get active
- Need help customizing your diet and exercise? Contact Coach Greg here. Regardless of where you live, Coach Greg can give you a coaching call, and give you tips to help achieve your goals.

Great Going Missy! I’m so proud of you! Keep up the great work!