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Congratulations to our 2024 Summer 8 Week #1uptransformationchallenge Male 3rd place $4,000 cash prize winner Cory Jones @whiteboyrhythm
This is his story:
Growing up, I was always: active, constantly playing sports. After high school, I joined the military and even played on the intramural basketball team on base. But a year into my service, I was stationed overseas in Turkey. That’s when I got a phone call that changed everything—my dad had a heart attack and passed away only a couple days after. In that moment my whole world flipped upside down. The things that once brought me joy, like sports, suddenly seemed out of reach. I stopped being active, and over the next few years, I slowly lost myself. By the time my six-year military career ended, I was going down a dark path. I was unhealthy, both physically and mentally. In December 2022, I hit my heaviest weight -308 pounds. Coming out of a toxic relationship, I knew something had to change. I moved in with my brother, who had his own struggles with weight. I watched him go from 305 pounds down to 220 pounds. As my older brother, he’s always been my biggest motivator. Seeing his transformation gave me hope. On September 12th 2023, just days after my birthday, I stood in front of the mirror and made a promise to myself: I wanted to change. I wanted to find happiness again, to be the healthier version of myself that I knew was still there. This is my third time entering the transformation challenge, and we all know the saying-third time’s the charm. But this time felt different. This time, I’ve been more dedicated than ever before. With a family history full of health issues, I knew I had no choice but to make a change. I’m grateful for the opportunity 1Up Nutrition has given us to share this experience. Watching others in the community work toward similar goals and support each other has been a huge source of motivation. While my past has shaped me, I’m ready for a future where I prioritize my health, happiness, and strength. The road ahead is long, but this is just the beginning.
