When I was 42, I faced a turning point in my life. My blood sugar had hit a staggering 360, and I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. I was tired all the time, overweight, and struggling to find the energy to get through the day. I knew that if I didn’t make a change, my health would only get worse.
I began walking every day and picked up lifting weights again, something I had enjoyed in the past but never fully committed to. Along with these changes, I focused on my diet, eating 1 gram of protein for every pound of body weight.
Over time, I started seeing results. My weight dropped, my energy came back, and my blood sugar stabilized. I felt stronger and more in control of my life. But I didn’t stop there.
Now, at 45, I’m lifting heavier than I ever thought possible. My best squat is 420 lbs, my deadlift is 445 lbs, and I’m working hard to reach a 315 lbs bench press. Lifting heavy has become a passion and reclaiming my health, beating diabetes.
Stay strong and keep moving.
Piotr💪