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Alissa McMurrin Age:39 Clinic:Valley Ideal Weight Loss - Tarzana, CA
Coach:Kim Kavanagh
Starting Weight:286 lbs
Current Weight:176 lbs
Growing up as an athlete, you never imagine the day will come...you no longer recognize yourself...society looks at you in a different light...they begin to judge you and categorize you...you don't recognize yourself and even you begin to judge yourself. Looking at yourself in the mirror, you don't see the person that you feel inside and know what you are capable of. It's an indescribable feeling. Then -- one day, you wake up and make a decision to transform your life. No more exceptions, no more excuses!! This day has come -- and I have never looked back since.
"I have rediscovered myself and found myself again after a long period of separation. My story, however, is not over yet -- the new chapter of falling in love with myself - mind, body and soul -- has only just begun! "
Lifestyle Building - Losing the weight
I had lost myself -- I didn't think I had self-control or the ability to "see myself" again. I was wrong - and happy to say that. When you go through a transformation and realize the potential you always had, it's an amazing feeling that cannot be captured in words. Embracing it and realizing the power was always within you is such an amazing feeling and blessing.
Lifestyle Living - Keeping the weight off
I am embracing life. I am embracing what I had lost when others couldn't see me. I have found myself again and transformed into the person I have always seen, but some did not know.

Before

After

110 lbs Lost

*The results are those of the individual that is identified. Typical results vary up to 6 and 8 pounds lost during the first two weeks and up to 2 pounds per week thereafter when the IdealProtein® WeightLoss Protocol is followed properly. You should consult your physician or other healthcare professional before starting this or any other diet program to determine if it is right for your needs.