SHALITA FORD
AGE 29 JOB Pharmacy Supervisor at RxCrossroads Specialty Solutions WORKOUT SPOT I workout at home or in the neighborhood. FITNESS ATTRACTION I started working out to improve my self-image. Once I got into a routine, I was amazed at the increase in energy and overall well-being. HER EPIPHANY I have not always been fit. As a child, I was on steroid therapy for my asthma. That weight stuck with me throughout my teenage years into my 20’s. I put my foot down when I met my all-time favorite celebrity Nelly back in 2014. I saw the pictures that were taken by my friend in the audience. It was an eye-opening experience that made me feel every bit of 230 pounds. BIG WIN Keeping a routine has always been a challenge for me. For the last three months, I have dedicated at least 30 minutes to working out every day. MOTIVATION I have to remember where I came from and strive to keep on track. I worked hard to get this far and I will not quit now. Makeup: Amber Schnobrich, Strandz Salon and Threadz Boutique
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