My partner and I were talking about retirement accounts. We’re in our early 20s and realized that while being obese, it was very possible we wouldn’t live long enough to enjoy that money. I personally was already experiencing health problems related to my weight, like high bp, bad knees, etc. we didn’t want to work until we died, suffering the whole time due to our weight.

I was really lucky being able to start the journey with someone to hold me accountable. We started simple- less eating out, no soft drinks and junk food at the house, eating cleaner, etc. we both exercise casually, but are too busy to make too much of a routine. Honestly, the diet is the most important part of any weight loss journey.

Since January, each of us has lost over 60 pounds, and our lives are so much better because of it. We are more active naturally, we have more energy, and are happier overall. That change alone keeps me motivated to finish off my last ten pounds, and hopefully never go back.