I don't consider myself an athlete. As a matter of fact, I once thought of myself as more on an anti-athlete. However, I've since come around and have settled on recreational athlete.
I don't run but I love to walk around my neighbourhood and hike in the woods. I don't compete in triathlons but I do enjoy a friendly game of tennis. I'm not a competitive weight lifter but I'm quite fond of strength training in my basement with a girlfriend.
I'm a daughter with 3 older brothers, a wife of 10 years, a mother of 2 teenagers.
I'm an amateur photographer -- scratch that, I like to take pictures but don't know the first thing about cameras.
I've struggled with self-image and weight control all my life. I'm a member of Weight Watchers and attended Overeater's Anonymous until the meetings conflicted with my weekend addiction to garage sales.
My parents immigrated from Holland in the early 60s. I'm a little Dutch girl without the blond hair (real, that is) and blue eyes. I love croquettes, double zout drops and Suske & Wiske.
I was born and raised Catholic, and in 2001 I gave my heart to Jesus and started into relationship with Him. I love to pray and have had the priviledge to see many answers to prayers. I read my Bible daily by following a 365-day reading plan, and love to learn about this fascinating book.
I am embarking on a journey -- a spiritual and physical journey -- that I plan to write about here following the same format as is outlined in my book Fit for Faith. I invite you to join me in this adventure and share your thoughts!
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Kimberley Payne is a motivational speaker and author of Fit for Faith – 7 weeks to improved spiritual and physical health.
Her writings relate raising a family, pursuing a healthy lifestyle, and everyday experiences to building a relationship with God. Through her work, Kimberley hopes to inspire women to live happier, healthier lives that glorify God.
Kimberley is a former personal trainer and has worked in the designing and counselling fields of weight control, stress management, self esteem improvement and wellness programs. She enjoys recreational activities with her husband and two children near Peterborough, Ontario.
You are invited to learn more about her at Kimberley's website