A woman who lost 160lbs has shared the “simple” changes she made to turn her life around.
Becky Hoover, 40, of Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, began relying on food as a way to “comfort herself” after the death of her mother at age 16.
As an adult, her weight skyrocketed to a whopping 348 pounds and she soon developed a series of health problems.
she told him Today recently show that he had to undergo back surgery to “repair a weight-related problem” and that his “blood sugar, cholesterol, blood pressure and resting heart rate levels” were all extremely high.
Additionally, he suffered from depression and constantly struggled with a lack of energy, which even began to affect his work as an X-ray technician.
But in 2019, she decided to turn her life around after a family member told her she would likely need weight-loss surgery soon if she didn’t make some changes.
A woman who lost 160lbs has shared the “simple” changes she made to turn her life around. She was seen on the left in 2017 and on the right earlier this month.
‘I didn’t know what to say. I was surprised that someone would come out and say that. “It really bothered me,” he explained to the publication.
But I used it as motivation. The next day I quit the treadmill and started walking. And since then I have continued walking.
Becky has now lost 160 pounds and credits some simple lifestyle changes for helping her lose weight.
First, she told the publication that she “eliminated” sugary snacks like soda and chocolate, as well as processed foods, bread, and carbs.
‘I have eliminated all added sugars. “I don’t eat anything sweet, like cookies or cakes, unless it’s a special occasion,” she shared.
He also started counting his calories and limited himself to 1,200 calories a day.
Additionally, she said she tries to prepare all of her meals at home instead of eating out, and focuses on foods high in protein and fiber, as well as vegetables.
“I cook almost every meal and if I order takeout, it’s salad,” the Pennsylvania native said.
Becky Hoover, 40, from Pennsylvania, began overeating as a way to “comfort herself” after her mother’s death at age 16, and as an adult, her weight skyrocketed to a whopping 348 pounds.
But in 2019, Becky (seen on the left in 2018 and on the right in September) decided to change her life after a family member told her she would likely need weight-loss surgery soon.
Becky has now lost 160 pounds and credits some simple lifestyle changes for helping her lose weight. she has been seen recently
He also practices intermittent fasting, which means he often skips breakfast.
“It’s not difficult if you eat protein and fiber, things that keep you full,” he added.
In addition to changing her diet, Becky has also fallen in love with exercise.
He now goes to the gym five days a week and takes long walks on the days he doesn’t exercise.
“When I get out into nature, my mental stability is so much better,” she gushed. ‘My mood is better, I sleep better and my anxiety is better.
“I can’t stress enough how much exercise has really changed everything for me.”
First, she told the publication that she “eliminated” sugary snacks like soda and chocolate, as well as processed foods, bread, and carbs. She was seen on the left in 2017 and on the right recently.
Additionally, she said she tries to prepare all of her meals at home instead of eating out, and focuses on foods high in protein and fiber, as well as vegetables. she has been seen recently
Becky admitted that she faced a setback in 2022, after her husband suffered a terrifying heart attack. But in April 2024, Becky was back to normal. It is seen on the left in April and on the right in October.
Becky who faced a setback in 2022, after her husband suffered a terrifying heart attack and had to undergo an emergency triple bypass.
She explained that she “stopped focusing on herself” because she was too busy caring for him, which meant she went back to her “old habits.”
But in April 2024, after an emotional conversation with her coworker, Becky was back to normal and has since lost all the weight she had regained.
“I’m realizing that I have to take care of myself to be able to take care of others,” she concluded.