“I keep setting goals for myself now because for the first time in a long time, I believe in myself. I can accomplish whatever I set my mind to.”

Growing up in a Hispanic home, food wasn't just a meal; it was a celebration of love and culture. I also developed a strong “I can handle it alone” mentality that I carried into adulthood. Over time, I began gradually gaining weight until one day I suddenly realized I was overweight and in pain, feeling overwhelmed, frustrated and exhausted.

Life took a turn when I lost my mother — a profound and unexpected loss that prompted me to reevaluate my relationship with my health. I was confined to parenting from the couch and wasn’t the mom I knew I could be.

I realized that time is a gift meant for happy, healthy memories. The kind that my mother had created for my family.

Before OPTAVIA®, the idea of managing my weight seemed unrealistic and unattainable, and I found myself trapped in a cycle of sedentary living and unhealthy habits inherited from my childhood.

The unwavering support from my Coach and the OPTAVIA Community helped me transition from constant bodily pain and fad diets to a life filled with healthy habits and an active routine.

I broke free from the "I can handle it alone" mentality. I’m determined to create joyful memories for my son by being an active and present mom.

OPTAVIA became my guide, empowering me to live a healthier lifestyle.

Today, my life has transformed beyond recognition. I am not just a better mom but also a stronger wife, friend and Coach.

After my second son was born in 2020, I started exercising consistently for the first time in my life. In 2023, I took a leap of faith and participated in a bodybuilding competition – an experience that reinforced my belief in setting and achieving goals beyond the scale. The journey wasn't always easy, but every hurdle was an opportunity for growth and self-discovery.

*Average weight loss on the Optimal Weight 5 & 1 Plan^® is 12 pounds. Clients are in weight loss, on average, for 12 weeks.