HMR helped me get to a weight I never even dreamed possible. I have learned so much about nutrition and physical activity. Rather I should say I finally put into action things we all know deep down! Living my life one day at a time with health as a priority. On Phase 1 clinic program I went from 257 pounds July 12, 2010 to 140 pounds March 14,2011. Only 8 months to lose 117 pounds. April 2011 started Phase 2 - and have dropped an additional 6 pounds to 134. I weighed 160 pounds in my twenties, when I got married and after having my first two children. In my mid thirties - I put on weight while trying to get pregnant with my third child - up to 190 - and then much more in the years following - up to 257. I am now enjoying many physical activities - volleyball, softball, swimming, walking and cooking. I enjoy preparing fresh fruits and vegetables each day. I do enjoy an occasional out of the box day with family - but plan for it. Extra PA or lower calorie days or both. Strategies given to me in HMR classes. Classes have also provided many recipes, tips and friendships to give me the strength to maintain this new lifestyle. I did have several hurdles to overcome while on the program - August 2010 gallbladder removal - painful and long recovery. Just recently had to have an ERCP to open a blocked bile duct. All those issues should now be a thing of the past. Feeling really good again and looking forward to finding some new physical activities. I feel like I have been reborn and am enjoying shopping for clothes and having my picture taken. I was very fortunate to find a clinic program and fantastic health educators to help me with the HMR program. The support has helped me to achieve my goals. My family is so happy for me. When my oldest son and a friend came home from college - my son said to his friend - "See I told you she is skinny now." It felt really good to see how happy he is for me. Played softball against him this summer and was 4 for 4 batting. Showed the young kids what an old lady can do! I am now in my early fifties. I play volleyball in a competitive church league with my 16 year old son. It is quality time together for us. It would not have been possible before HMR.