How Martha lost the Matter

Dear A.N.B readers,
Today's post is quite inspirational. Its a story of faith, determination and a strong will. I met Martha in 1998. She had always been big it seemed like it was just natural and would probably never change. About a year ago, Martha decided to make an effort, work out, control her diet and lose some weight.

Martha after losing 19kg...About 35 pounds

 Martha story is quite motivational as she could have simply argued that she was born this way and let herself alone. Many people are like Martha, big as long as they can recall. It however takes a lot of courage to get up and damn the odds. I've promised Martha that I'd support her course to wellness all the way and in doing this she could serve as a motivator to people who struggle with weight loss or might have given up on themselves.

Martha With friend at the gym

In my BBM interview with Martha she explained that she had to cut back significantly on her portions of food, She steers clear of Junk food and fast food. Eats a lot of fruits and veggies. Drinks a lot of water and motivates herself by working out in groups. She goes to the gym three times a week and tries to do some informal exercising at home.

Martha before she lost 35 pounds....

She said she loves the way she feels now. She's more physically agile and active. Her mood has generally improved and she has given her self a reasonable one year target to reach her ideal weigh based on the BMI scale. Martha now motivates people around her to join her when she works out.


I say GO Martha!!!! and to all of you out there Male and Female who are overweight or obese draw some motivation from Martha's story. Don't give up!! Lets spur Martha on her journey to get rid of the Matter. For Updates on Marthas progress, keep reading the blog.

Have a Day!!!!

Aunty Nurse Cares

Back on track with Aunty Nurse

Hello Dear A.N.B readers,
How are you doing? I've been off the scene for a while and its simply because I've been unmotivated to write.I couldn't quite put a finger on why I lost the motivation.. Until now...

I haven't worked out the way I like to in months. My favourite kind of workout is running/jogging. But in December last year we moved from the neighbourhood where we used to live and  the new neighbourhood has zig-zag "jaga-jaga roads making it terribly far from conducive  for running. In my former house, jogging was so convenient because the roads were perfectly tarred and if you're a runner or jogger you'll understand why perfectly tarred roads are essential.

Me and Thiago after my workout!!!

I tried alternative workouts like Tae-bo and Pilates but getting instructions from some guy in a video could be boring and its not a good substitute for jogging. So for a while, I've made the excuse that I don't work out any more because its impracticable.

Today, I woke up with a resolve to find a way to workout even if it meant running along the express way. It turns out it was the best decision every. I got dressed in my shorts and trainers. My shuffle clipped on to my tank top and away I went. I ran along the expressway listening to MI and Djinees "overkilling it", Jay-Z and Fabulous, Davido-O and so on. I imagined myself jogging with them...lol Then I listened to Banky W when I wanted to do some Slow paced exercises. This method is super effective for me lol and maybe u could try it.

I ran down the expressway for those who know that area, from Sangotedo to Crown Estate and back. Music is a really good workout companion for me and studies have shown that it makes a difference for most people, that;s why most gyms have upbeat music on all the time.

If you have an excuse for not working out.... Just like I have done.... get rid of the excuse and get ur body into good shape. You have a lot more to loose than to gain. Don't wait till you're over weight or obese because then, working out  becomes even harder.

In my time of laziness, I gained about 5kilograms almost 10pounds. If you've been lazy and making excuses forgive yourself, get up and join me on the path to wellness.

Coming up next..... How Martha got rid of the Matter

Happy Holidays!!!

Signed,
Aunty Nurse