Anastasia Weiss, Jacksonville Beach

Anastasia Weiss

Age: 41

Starting Weight: 208.8 lbs

Current Weight: 193.2 lbs

Wife/Mother/Stylist/Artist

About Anastasia: Anastasia has been a military wife for 20 years, and has 2 teenage daughters. She has spent most of her life moving around, and is the youngest of 4 kids. Growing up with an older sister who is mentally disabled gave Anastasia a protective attitude. She is extremely outgoing, and a perfectionist. Anastasia says she has struggled with weight her entire life.

Sentinel Moment: As I sat on my balcony in my bathing suit, I looked down at my stomach and thought how fat and disgusting I had become--hating myself for getting this way. At that very moment, a light bulb went off--I realized that God created me in His likeness, and His likeness is Love, and here I am hating myself. So I started getting my mind and spirit in the right sync--so I can start the physical process of changing myself so that I can truly give thanks.

You'll most likely see Anastasia: The "old me" would be found at every fast food place, or favorite deli. Then at Blockbuster or RedBox getting a movie to watch with the kids--and shopping. The "new me" still loves to shop, but you will find me now either on the beach or at Bailey's Gym.

Weekend Activities: Watching my daughter's soccer games, taking pictures at the beach, church, or just spending time with my family.

Favorite Sports Teams: My husband's alma mater, Ohio State (don't hate!), and of course, the JAGS!

If I'm Watching a Movie or Listening to Music, it's probably: anything that makes you feel good. I'm a fan of British movies (or anything with accents)...the music I like varies--I'm usually listening to my girl Fergie, the Black-Eyed Peas, Beyonce, Kanye, the Kings of Leon, Classic Rock, and Country.

I am passionate about: God, my family, and helping others.