PLEASE THINK ABOUT THIS LOVELY LADY ON SUNDAY, KASIA WILL BE COMPETING FOR THE B.C.CUP….. NOT TO LATE TO GET TICKETS !!! PLEASE READ BELOW HER STORY…. PRETTY GREAT ……
I HAVE NOTICED A HUGE DIFFERENCE IN KASIA CONFIDENCE AND DEMEANOUR….GREAT JOB GIRL !!!
I walked through most of my life without confidence and with a very low self esteem. Always thinking very low of myself… . People shared their passions, enthusiasm, accomplishments with me and I always felt like there is not much in my life that I can share. I have a wonderful family, loving and supporting husband, beautiful and smart kids and the most wonderful mom in the world!!! Life is good! There are challenges and surprises, dark corners and sharp turns! But who doesn’t have them??? A few years ago, after having my baby, I started having some health issues. I wasn’t happy with my weight and the way I looked. I was feeling depressed. I decided to change my lifestyle. I started eating clean and healthy, working out on a regular basis. Often, I felt people and family looking at me with disapproval. I heard comments that I eat unhealthy and I’m to skinny. I was just growing stronger and healthier. Going to the gym was my time to destress and to do something for myself. It was keeping me sane on those days when things seemed impossible, overwhelming and out of control. I just wanted to push harder and be stronger. For me!!! My first serious trainer, a friend, was Carolyn. I was training 3-4 times a week. Crossfit became a big part of my life. Still is and always will be. With a great knowledge and experience, positive attitude and a friendly advice, Carolyn helped me build my strength, changed my body shape and kept me motivated. As a 46 year woman I can proudly say that I am strong!!! My passion for fitness did not end in the gym. For the first time in my life I decided to step out of my comfort zone and do something completely out of the ordinary. I decided to enter a body building competition. This meant 12 weeks of prep and pushing hard… The daily life, routines and responsibilities never stopped during those twelve weeks. I just needed to add my daily cardio, often at 5:30 am and 6 days a week workouts on top of that!! I found eating challenging as I had to have six fixed meals every day. My poor family had to often eat what I made for myself. Coming to the end was emotional and moody. I had doubts and l was often questioning myself if it’s worth putting myself and my family through so much of a challenge. On those days when I was ready to quit, all I could think of was that it doesn’t matter if I win or not. If I took myself that far, I’m already a winner on the inside. If I win, that’s just a bonus!! I used those words backstage many times when I was standing next to all those young, beautiful and scared girls. I am a winner. Firstly and most importantly on the inside. I did it!!! Being 46, I have a beautiful reward for all my hard work. And I love it. I didn’t think that I will take anything home that night. I was not expecting it, dreaming of it or hoping. I took one day at the time. I took second place. What a great reward for all my hard work. Thank you Carolyn for being a part of my journey. I could have not done it without you by my side. Today, I’m four weeks out and training for a BC Cup. I’m happy to have Carolyn coaching, training and helping me achieve my goals. Thank you Carolyn. And thank you for letting me share my story with you. Kasia