How I Learned to Like Running—and Lost 30 Pounds in the Process


Before: 203
After: 176

Growing up, I didn’t think twice about healthy eating. We ate a lot of greasy Mexican meals, but I stayed pretty slim because I played softball.

When I started taking college courses full-time and working on the side, I began to pack on the pounds. I had a gym membership, but dreaded going. I spent a lot of time commuting, which usually meant stopping for fast food almost every day.

By the time I finished college, my clothes didn’t fit anymore.