Healthy healthy healthy

Most of you know that I'm on a quest to get healthy. I have high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and two autoimmune diseases: Hashimoto's Thyroiditis and Pernicious Anemia. And this year the big FOUR O. So, I've been on a mission to turn my life around, get healthy, and look hot when my dear hubby comes home next year (wink wink). I exercise 5 days a week doing weights, circuit training, Tai Bo, The Firm's Absculpt, Cardio Sculpt, Body Sculpt, biking, hiking, etc. No pop (or caffeine) since March, smaller portions, lots of fresh fruits and veggies, no late night snacking, no drinking empty calories. Since New Year's day I've lost 31 pounds and hope to hit 40lbs by the end of the month. I would love to lose 10 more after that, then tone and sculpt from there;) I feel FANTASTIC! I have more energy, I've been sleeping better, I'm more patient with the kids....exercise is a great stress reliever. I don't crave sweets now. I haven't had ONE candy bar since March! I used to eat one everyday! But I haven't cut sugar out completely. If I really want something sweet, I let myself have it (which has only been about 5 times in 3 mos). But I don't mindlessly eat it anymore. The weight is getting harder to take off, but I'm up for the challenge. I just want to challenge all of you to live up to your physical potential! I've filled the void that I WAS filling with food with self-satisfaction. Exercising has helped me not to stress-eat. And I don't eat out of boredom anymore. I hope this motivates you to be the healthiest you that you can be:)