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“I prevent type 2 diabetes so I can continue traveling, taking photographs and enjoying my family for the rest of my life.” – Suzi Gomez, 53
“It’s not about how long you live, but how well you live.” –Cynthia Johnson, 54 years old.
“The motivation for me is to watch my kids grow up and be here for them. And that starts with taking care of myself and my body.” -Mike Jones
More testimonials
Bruce Wheeler, 52 years old
When my glucose and blood pressure levels began to rise, I knew I had to do something to reduce my risk of developing type 2 diabetes. When I mentioned my concerns to a friend, she told me about the CDC-recognized program. [National Diabetes Prevention Program] lifestyle change program. I love the support and encouragement I receive from the other program participants and the Lifestyle Coach. I enjoy making changes to my lifestyle, such as reducing my consumption of red meat and sugary drinks. Now I keep my bike at work and go on lunchtime rides around town to stay active!
Jan Booker, 60 years old
As a medical librarian in a hospital, I knew I needed to make lifestyle changes to stay out of the hospital as a patient, but I had a hard time doing so. Then I found the lifestyle change program. I was motivated to join the program to ensure I would be able to play with my grandchildren for many years to come. I enjoy the program because I have met many people who also struggle with diet and exercise. We share healthy recipes and motivate each other to exercise. Now I read food labels and ride a stationary bike for an hour a day. I hope to have a long and healthy life with my children and grandchildren.
Tim Enfinger
I have always loved food and had never paid so much attention to what I ate before. My father had type 2 diabetes and passed away… I started noticing tingling in my hands, tingling in my feet and I started thinking I might be having type 2 diabetes and needed to make a change. What I like most about the video series. [in the virtual lifestyle change program] It was that the people were very similar to me. My coach was amazing and sent me emails telling me I was doing well. If I had a question, she always answered. I was pretty much your typical couch potato before the show. Now my wife and I walk every day, sometimes up to 2½ miles. I feel much better, sleep better and have more confidence.
Phyllis Perkins, 53 years old
After the death of my mother and a diagnosis of prediabetes, I was motivated to make healthy changes in my life to prevent type 2 diabetes. I was overweight, had high cholesterol, high glucose levels, and had poor eating habits. I joined a CDC-recognized lifestyle change program to take control of my life. During the program, I was surprised at how happy I was making healthy changes and how much I enjoyed learning from other group members. I now exercise regularly and learn strategies to cope with my emotional eating habits.
Suchada Jin-Jin Hantragoon, 55 years old
When a friend mentioned the lifestyle change program to me, it piqued my interest. I’ve been wanting to change my eating and exercise habits for a while and jumped at the chance to get started. I enjoy hearing different ideas and perspectives from others on the program and am motivated by the enthusiasm I see each week. Now I’m working on a daily routine that involves eating healthy and exercising.
