Stacy Long drops the weight for Disney

For many, the most anticipated time of the year is vacation. Time to get away from the office, kick back, relax, and enjoy life. But what if you don't think you have the energy to enjoy your vacation?

Stacy Long can tell you. Throughout her life, Stacy had never struggled with her weight. After her wedding, though, Stacy began slowly gaining weight throughout the years. Before too long, her 5-foot, 6-inch frame was struggling to support 212 pounds.

Stacy had high blood pressure and cholesterol. She rarely had any energy, and felt unhealthy. Stacy's weight also made her self-conscious and reserved in public. She didn't like the way she looked, and suffered from depression.

While planning a trip to Disney World with her husband and brother, Stacy knew she wouldn't have the energy to keep up with the two men. She tried dieting on her own, but couldn't drop the pounds.

When an L A Weight Loss opened in her hometown of Greeley, Colo., Stacy decided to give it a try. Her personal L A Weight Loss counselors taught her portion control, and helped her add fresh fruits, vegetables, and lean meats to her diet.

Stacy appreciated her counselors' support. They not only adjusted her diet and taught her to eat right, but they also held her accountable, which kept her on track. Soon, the pounds began dropping.

Since joining L A Weight Loss in April 2005, Stacy lost 76 pounds! In fact, Stacy had so much success with the program, she passed her goal weight by four pounds!

Now Stacy feels like an entirely different person. Looking better on the outside has made her feel better on the inside. And everyone notices her soaring confidence, which even led Stacy to abandon her summertime tankinis for a brand-new bikini! Her husband loves that Stacy's "a bikini girl now!"

With her new energy, Stacy is planning another trip to Disney World. And this time, she's ready. Stacy knows she can keep up with her husband without a problem, so she's invited her niece and nephew too! Good luck, Stacy!

Here's Stacy at 212 pounds on her first trip to Disney World:



And here she is 76 pounds lighter, fit as a fiddle, and ready for her next Disney adventure!



FAST FACTS

Name: Stacy Long
Hometown: Greeley, Colo.
Age: 29
Height: 5'6"

Starting weight: 212 pounds
Goal weight: 140 pounds
Current weight: 136 pounds
Program start date: April 27, 2005

Favorite food: Chocolate.

Biggest temptation: Sweets.

Biggest motivator: Wanting to feel better about herself.

Old eating philosophy: Eating less food to lose weight.

New eating philosophy: Eating the right foods often, and the bad foods in moderation.

Best thing about losing weight: Having more energy throughout the day, and knowing she's done something good for herself.

Best weight loss secret learned: Feed your body, don't starve it!