It’s a new year! Are you ready for a new you? If you have resolved to get healthier this year, we would like to provide some inspiration by introducing you to Sarah Ladrach, Aultman Weight Management’s Patient of the Month for January.

Anyone who has tried to lose weight knows there are many challenges to being successful. Let Sarah tell you what she learned while she was on her weight loss program.

Which program did you participate in?

I participated in New Choices.

How much weight have you lost?

I have lost 48 pounds.

What made you decide to begin this weight loss journey?

I put on a bit of weight during college. Once I graduated and was getting ready for my wedding, I knew I needed to make a change.

What has been your biggest challenge and how did you overcome it?

Carbs! Carbs are absolutely everywhere and I love them all. Being aware of what they are and knowing that I can still have them but in moderation has made making choices a lot easier.

What’s your favorite part about your experience at Aultman Weight Management? 

My favorite part was meeting one-on-one with the dietitians to go over food journals and getting tips from them. The overall experience was fantastic and I truly cannot suggest this program enough. It truly is the best investment I have ever made!

What advice do you have to those thinking about joining the program?

My best advice to those thinking about joining is to not focus on how much you lose each week but instead focus on making the positive changes. The small changes you make lead to a big impact.

What words of wisdom do you have for anyone currently going through a weight loss journey? 

The weight will come off. It might not be immediate but being consistent in your changes will set you up to see a difference.

Thank you for sharing, Sarah!