I had been away for many years.  My  kung-fu training went with me where ever I went, but I did not live the style.  When I finally realized what had become of my life and body I decided it was time to go back to my teacher.  After 15 years he was still there.  Now a Master in the style he welcomed me back.  I came broken, ashamed, no self esteem or confidence.  He gave me my life back!  I started in March several sizes too big, having many injuries and a body that was falling apart.  I had been diagnosed with Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, High Cholesterol, Insomnia, Fibromyalgia and more.  I was taking 10 different medications at 4 times durning the day and checking blood sugars as well.  My life was miserable.  When I first came back I was ashamed of what I had let happen to my body and afraid I would not be able to keep up.  Boy was I wrong!  I started slowly just one or 2 times a week and then increased my workouts.  All of the comfort, the calmness, the acceptance of my former training came flooding back.  I thought that I would have forgoten everything but my muscles remembered even when my mind did not. 

Each week that went by I felt my confidence growing.  I saw the inches start to come off, and soon my blood sugars were in control and I did not need the medications any longer.  I was able to sleep better, my muscles grew stronger, the cholesterol and blood pressure readings dropped.

Now 9 months into my training I have lost 50 pounds, I have stopped taking all medications, I am down 4 sizes and I have regained the glow and confidence I had in my youth.

I owe my life to my teacher!  I feel it my duty to share with the whole world the changes kung-fu have brought to my life and my family.