1. Break up with boyfriend of 6 months. I was tired of making excuses for myself always blaming my weight for my interpersonal issues. This was the last straw
2. Doing menial tasks like walking up and down the stairs or going on a simple hike was really difficult for me
3. As I've come into my 30s becoming worried about my health. I may only have 30 years or less to live! Why not make it healthy
4. My father was just diagnosed with diabetes.