How Far? It’s a simple question. Rebekah Goedbloed’s story of taking back her life…

In Rebekah’s own words…I have struggled with obesity and health my entire life – I was the first kid to hit 100 lbs in elementary school, and I was over 240 lbs by the time I graduated high school. I am unsure what my highest weight is, as I refused to check after reaching 420 lbs. I spent two years with limited mobility, unable to use stairs, and required a wheelchair/mobility scooter to leave my house. I have had three different medical emergencies, nearly resulting in death. I lost my father to obesity and diabetes when he was just 63. On the heels of that, I saw a doctor who indicated a left leg amputation was likely in my future and went into detail about how difficult and painful it would be to learn to walk on a prosthetic limb at my weight. I have tried every diet, struggled with eating disorders, and tried them all again. At this point, I had had enough.  

Instead of giving up, Rebekah chose to turn her life around - and in the latest chapter of her story she ended up in a boxing ring!  Our conversation is about what a person is capable of.  It’s about how we can reshape what we believe in reshaping our future.  Rebekah is an inspiration - I hope you enjoy her story!