Weight Loss Wednesday: Kimberly Lost More Than 50 Pounds by Following a Nutrisystem Diet!

At 183 pounds, Kimberly Sanfilippo says she was insecure about her looks and had very low self-esteem.

After being diagnosed with Fibromyalgia — a disorder characterized by widespread muscle pain — the grandmother set out on a weight loss journey by following Nutrisystem‘s dieting guidelines. She has since shed an impressive 56 pounds!

“Now that I have lost the weight, my self-esteem is higher than it has ever been,” Kim, 50, exclusively told ‘Closer Weekly.’ “I feel that I have my life back!”

Read on to find out how Kim successfully lost the weight and turned her life around!

Kimberly before her 56 pound weight loss.

What was your life like before the weight loss?

My life before my weight loss was very depressing. I was very insecure with myself, had very low self-esteem, [was] tired all the time and never wanted to participate in any [social] events.

Was there a specific moment that triggered your desire to lose weight?

My weight took a turn for the worse when I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia. The constant exhaustion lead to rapid weight gain. Once I finally got the disease under control, I decided I was tired of feeling overweight and sad [and] had to take control of my life! I was way too young to be feeling the way that I was feeling. I wanted to be able to enjoy my grandchildren and family.

Before weight loss, left. After, right. (Photo Credits: Nutrisystem)

How did you get started on your weight loss journey?

I [often saw] Marie Osmond on Nutrisystem commercials and I thought if [the program] worked for Marie and other individuals, then it has to work [for me too]! I started with Nutrisystem’s vegetarian line, and now eat meals and snacks eight to nine times per day. I make healthier food choices and keep all of my portion sizes under control. I work out six to seven days each week by incorporating weight training along with cardio exercises.

What advice would you give to others looking to lose a substantial amount of weight?

I [would] recommend the Nutrisystem program [because it] provides the education needed for the correct nutritional foundation and doesn’t deprive you of any foods. I didn’t feel like I was on a diet because I was eating all the time! Learning how to eat correctly and incorporating daily exercise makes me feel wonderful all day long. I have more energy and stamina than I had at 20 years of age. I am more confident and very proud of my weight loss results!

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