Member Moment: Small Steps, Big Change

When Georgia Medi-Share member Katrina C. began working with Medi-Share's Wellness Team resources, she was hoping to improve her health, energy level and mental clarity. What she experienced over the following year became an encouraging reminder that meaningful change often begins with ordinary, faithful steps.

Since becoming a Medi-Share member in August 2023, Katrina has focused on making healthier choices with the support of Medi-Share's Health and Wellness Team. One year later, she had reduced her cholesterol by 14 points, bringing it into the normal range, and had lost about 25 pounds. While those numbers were encouraging, Katrina said the biggest blessing was the way she began to feel in everyday life.

“The most beneficial part of this journey has been the increase in energy and activity levels,” she shared, adding that she had also experienced “complete healing of joint pain” she had lived with for more than 25 years.

Today, Katrina walks at least 45 minutes a day, swims most days for an hour or more, and includes light weights and yoga in her routine. What once may have felt difficult has become a source of strength, confidence and gratitude.

“I now understand how important it is to stay active and healthy,” Katrina said. “The benefits far outweigh the time I spend exercising.”

Her Medi-Share support resources played an important role in that progress, offering encouragement and practical help with nutrition. “Medi-Share has been extremely encouraging and supportive every step of the way,” Katrina said. “Together, we are a great team.”

Katrina’s story is a fitting reminder during National Wellness Month that caring for our health does not have to begin with dramatic changes. Sometimes it begins with one walk, one better choice, one conversation, and the encouragement of someone willing to walk beside us.

“I am so thankful that I feel better now than I ever have,” Katrina said. “I am amazed every day at how much better I look and feel!”