A couple from Atlanta shed nearly 200 pounds together and are now inspiring others to get in shape.
Camille and Marlon Jones found it difficult to get in shape before the pandemic, according to Good Morning America.
Camille, who weighed 205 pounds a year ago, told GMA, “We were in denial for a very long time about how far we let ourselves go.”
Marlon was diagnosed with pre-diabetes and sleep apnea during a health exam, prompting the couple to adjust their lifestyle and get in shape.
“We’ve realized that working together as a team is going to be our biggest thing,” Marlon, who weighed more than 470 pounds at the beginning of their renewed health journey, said, according to GMA.
Camille was in charge of the couple’s nutrition during their weight-loss journey, while Marlon was in charge of their workouts.
The couple soon noticed physical improvements in their bodies and discovered that they enjoyed jogging after consuming good foods and making engaging routines.
“We knew we wanted to start running, but we had no idea where to go,” Marlon said. “So we did our first run in a business parking lot. We ran for 2.3 miles around and around the parking lot.”
Camille also explored ways to make the couple’s favorite meals healthier, taking on the challenge of duplicating Marlon’s favorite snack, nachos.
“We knew we wanted to run, but we didn’t know where to start,” Marlon explained. “So we went for our first run in a business parking lot, running for 2.3 miles around and around.”
The couple relied on one another to stay on track with their fitness goals. Camille has lost 40 pounds and Marlon has lost approximately 150 pounds since they began their weight-loss journey.
They advise people who want to take control of their health to believe in themselves.
“Try it before you say you can’t do it,” Camille said. “And most of the time, you’ll find out you can.”
