Paige Schmelzer

31-year-old Paige Schmelzer lost 125 pounds in a period of 14 months. Her story was featured in a Half Their Size feature section of a January 12, 2009, issue of People Magazine.People: They Lost Half Their Size! - Paige Schmelzer: Now

Schmelzer described her previous lifestyle as stressful, as she was working long hours and eating on the run. The poor eating habits led to sleep apnea and put her at risk for adult-onset diabetes. After ballooning to a weight of 239 pounds, Schmelzer began her weight loss journey after seeing a deal at a local gym.HeraldNet: Woman Dropped From a Size 22 to a Size 0

She joined Team Fitness Stanwood, a spinning class offered at the gym and began counting calories. After losing nearly 60 pounds, she added weight training to her routine, which was followed by aerobics and then running. After losing 125 pounds, Schmelzer continues to eat healthy foods and exercise, running on her home treadmill and outside when possible, competing in several fun runs.HeraldNet: Woman Dropped From a Size 22 to a Size 0