Metabolism Makeover Weight Loss Success Stories

Not all of these stories will tell of insane weight loss. However, they all have done well. The most important thing to note is how successful they will be long term and their smile right now.

Please note not all of these success stories occurred at our CrossFit Ancaster location or our Steel City CrossFit Hamilton location. However, they all were apart of the Metabolism Makeover Program at some point in time either through one of our other clubs or through our online training and support program.

1. Erin Binkley, Age 28

Lost 3% Body Fat, 4 /2 inches in waist and 1 /2 inches in hips

“In 12 weeks I went from a size 12 jeans and am now wearing a size 8!”

“I had finally come to terms with that fact that I had hit a plateau – a loss of 70 pounds wasn’t all that bad (see my before picture) – I was ready to settle and live with the progress I had made up to that point. The tipping point in my life came at the end of May 2004. But let me digress to tell you how I came to this life changing moment.

I was extremely active and athletic during high school and my first year or two of college. I played tennis and golf and when I got to college I played intra-mural flag football and softball. After I graduated I got my first “real” job that was extremely stressful. I rarely had time to eat a decent meal so I found myself eating lots of fast food or anything that was quick.

During this time I met my husband who can literally eat anything that he wants and never gain a pound. I guess this led me to believe that I could also eat whatever I wanted, but unfortunately I didn’t realize that I would gain the pounds for both of us. I became pregnant with my daughter in December 2002 and only gained 11 pounds up to my 8th month of pregnancy.

However, during that final month I gained nearly 15 pounds! Once she was born I continued to eat, eat and eat more. I thought that since I was nursing that I needed to eat enough for the entire family!

I knew that I was gaining weight when I realized I was still in maternity clothes…..3 months after she was born! I found myself saying – “This was o.k., it’s just baby weight”.

In May 2004, I went for a doctor’s appointment. I hadn’t been on a scale since I was in the hospital after I delivered my daughter and was I in for the shock of my life. The scale said that I weighed 226 pounds!

That is a LOT of weight on a 5′4″ frame. I knew that I needed to do something because I was at serious risk for major health problems. I piddled around for a few months and then learned in late August 2004 that a new gym was going to be opening in town.

After joining I managed to lose about 20 pounds over the course of that year doing a lot of cardio and some weights. I then joined a “commercialized group weight loss” program in May 2005 weighing in at 202 and I lost another 30 pounds.

Then it suddenly stopped. Why wasn’t I losing weight? I couldn’t understand. I was doing well over 45 minutes a day of cardio and was also taking some group fitness classes as everyday!

I then learned about a course called “Metabolism Makeover” that was being taught at the gym. I explained my situation and the fitness professional was hopeful that this class would totally break me through the plateau and give me results that I never thought were possible.

She was totally right. This course has completely changed my thinking. Not just about the way I eat – Food is not the enemy; my choices are – but I learned the most valuable lesson…I am the creator of my body and my life! No one has control but me.

This phenomenal 12 weeks of hands-on education has taught me not only what to eat, when to eat and why…but also how to permanently change those unsupportive habits that were keeping me from getting my body back all along.

I supplemented this class with a full body resistance training program and my results were absolutely awesome. I even learned how doing too much cardio was actually causing my body to store MORE FAT!

In 12 weeks I went from a size 12 jeans and am now wearing a size 8!

I bought size 8 jeans without trying them on and I wasn’t going to until the end of our class. Guess what?? They fit!!!!!! I have never felt such a sense of accomplishment than I did at that moment.

And guess what ladies…the difference in my weight as seen in my before and after picture above is a mere 5 pounds…YES, just a 5 pound difference! I had to lose a LOT of fat and gain Lean Muscle to not only boost my metabolism…but to lose inches and tone and sculpt my body (a necessity after all the weight I had gained!).

I will never go back to those old, destructive habits. I have adopted this nutritional program as a way of life.

I can’t believe that I didn’t do this any sooner. If you are reading this, then you too are obviously thinking about making some positive changes. Trust me, you need to seek out a comprehensive program like this one and it will totally change your life!”

2. Judy Mather, Age 50

“My energy level is up…I weigh less than I have in 10 years…I feel
better….I’m meeting my goals faster than expected.”

“The Metabolism Makeover has taught me a lot about nutrition and lifestyle habits. I didn’t know what to expect when I began. At age 51, this was the first time I had ever attempted a “weight loss” program. I knew something needed to change as the pains in my knees and back grew worse each day.

After about week 3, the girls at work were starting to notice the change. Even my husband was noticing the difference. I began to reach my goals much faster than I expected for at week 6 my body fat had dropped 4%!

After 12-weeks, I am extremely satisfied with my results. I started out at 203 pounds and 44% body fat. I am 20 pounds lighter and feel better than I have in 10 years. I have gone down 2 pant sizes since I started this course. I plan to continue using what I have learned for the rest of my life.”

3. Laura LaRue, Age 35

Lost 4% body fat (8 pounds fat) She lost 9 overall inches
With 4 1/4 inches in her waist!

“I now curve IN instead of out!! !”

Laura went from a size 12 to a size 6 in just 12 weeks!

“My hopes at the onset of the Metabolism Makeover was to improve my energy levels, feel better and fit into smaller clothes. As you can see, I have exceeded the goals I originally set for myself. I never in my life thought I could achieve this weight. I feel better than I’ve ever felt in my entire life! I attribute my success – not to just one thing – for I couldn’t have felt this good by just eating supportively and I could not have lost the body fat by simply exercising, it’s a combination of both and you must have the right attitude to go with it.

I used to view exercise as a way to burn more calories so I could eat more. Now I actually look forward to my workouts for they leave me feeling so energized.

Food tastes so different. I just do not crave the junk food. I actually appreciate and respect the flavor of real, natural foods… .I thought I’d never say that.

The biggest obstacle I have overcome is my battle with emotional eating. I have always been an emotional eater. Until now, I never dreamed I could break this destructive habit. Now that my family has adopted these healthy habits, I realize what a powerful impact I have on their health and well being.

For the first time, I feel like this is something I can live with. I will never go back to the old way of living.”

4. Jennie Gray

“After having three kids, I didn’t feel like I had the shape and tone that I wanted. I’d read a lot about eating “clean” and resistance training. I was ready to see if that was the way to reduce my body fat percentage. For months I floated around, halfway eating the way I knew I should. I was doing resistance training three days a week and hours of cardio a week. The day I began my new program, I weighed 132 with 19.1% body fat. I told myself that if it went down to 18% I would reward myself with a new pair of shoes for the gym. I followed the program faithfully, never missing a workout and never deviating from my diet. I even gave up my Diet Cokes. My body began to take shape almost immediately and I became more pumped up each day, when the weight that I could lift increased. When my fitness professional took my measurements about a month later and I was BLOWN AWAY to see that my body fat had dropped to 14.3%. Plus, I had lost an inch and a half off of each thigh. I was in total shock, and absolutely fired up. The Metabolism Makeover along with the guidance of my personal trainer has made all the difference in my results and my motivation.”

5. Melanie Coleman, Age 19

Lost 25 pounds and 5% Body Fat

“Diets were never my thing. I’d go on one, get hungry and give up, pig out, and then gain more weight than I lost. It was hard to get motivated while my skinny friends could eat whatever they wanted and not gain a pound. Nevertheless, I knew I had gained so much weight over a year that I had to keep trying.

When I first started Metabolism Makeover I was reluctant, because I loved my sweets and Fazoli’s was almost an every day thing. However, I was relieved to find out that I could create menus according to what I liked (minus the processed and junk food) and I would get to eat six meals a day. I liked the healthy food I was eating and I felt good about myself after I ate it.

Doubt surfaced again when I wasn’t losing as much weight as I thought I would. I thought that all diets are supposed to work fast. Then, my fitness coach reminded me that this wasn’t a diet I was on, it was a lifestyle… a permanent change. The difference is that after the Metabolism Makeover, I’ll keep the weight off and keep it off by making helping choices (opposed to starving myself).

There’s no healthy short cut to losing weight. After my metabolism and my body adjusted to the drastic change, the pounds and inches melted off. My self-confidence progressed and that forced me to keep going.

I’m not sure I could have ever pushed myself to the extent that I did without the help of my Fitness Professional. Twenty-five pounds lighter…. I feel thinner, happier, and healthier. With the exception of a few Hershey kisses now and then I don’t even miss my old eating habits. I’d take wheat thins over Pringles any day.”

6. Kristen Otte, Age 58

The Metabolism Makeover has helped me changed my life

I can think of no statement that comes close to the above, in terms of depth of impact, or lasting meaning to any person.

My epiphany came when I was sick and tired of being sick and tired! Every person like me knows what I mean by that. I was obese with arthritic knees and back. I couldn’t walk far without stopping and “resting” by leaning against a wall or sitting still for a few minutes. I had recently retired and I simply could not enjoy my life with my husband, grandchildren or friends in the state of health I was in. I decided I hated my quality of life. I wanted to become stronger and wanted so baldly to learn how to eat to live, NOT live to eat. I had always used food as an emotional comfort, not for nutrition, or life itself. That’s not even beginning to mention what I saw or felt when I looked in the mirror. I had ignored that frightening image for far too long.

I engaged the most important part of my body in making the decision to change – my BRAIN. I was determined to become more fit, improve my health and build more stamina.

I wasn’t going into this course trying to simply “lose weight”. I have been on countless diets and LOST all the weight I needed to (well over 100 lbs. total). But I always ended up in the body I call “bad-shape skinny”. I was thin but had absolutely no energy, no stamina, no strength or less pain than I had when I was flat out fat! I had just not developed the habits that would help me maintain the weight loss either. The result was always the same… I’d put back on the weight and then some… even more than I had worked so hard to lose. This life-zapping cycle had to end. I knew I needed a TOTAL change in how I live. Most importantly, I KNEW I NEEDED HELP.

Help is something that is very hard for me to accept and even harder to ask for. But I was so tired of looking and feeling like a failure. I swallowed my pride, took a step back from feeling independent and always giving to others, and went in search of a solution, one with a system of support.

I found that and more with the Metabolism Makeover staff. They were actually concerned with my overall well-being and how I needed to reach the goals that were important to me. They wanted to see me succeed and were willing too go above and beyond to help me.

After completing Metabolism Makeover, I have more lean muscle that has helped to tone and define my new body – absolutely no bulk! I have more strength than I ever thought possible! I have greatly improved my posture and my overall outlook on life has changed. With my increased strength and energy, as well as my continued weight loss, I have significantly reduced my pain level caused by arthritis.

Certainly, I have been excited to buy new, smaller sized clothes – I just bought a pair of size 16 jeans – not only did I used to wear a expandable size 26… .but I haven’t been able to wear jeans in well over 15 years!

I LOVE my newfound energy and outlook on life. The comments shared by friends and family are astounding. From “You are looking good, what are you doing” to “My God you look bright and fresh!” What a powerful statement, for to me that meant I was the opposite of old and tired!!! But the most important lesson I have learned from this course is a completely new way of thinking – how I eat, how I move and how I feel about food and exercise. Not once, did I ever feel deprived, or guilty, while following this new way of life. The most exciting part is that I am continuing to lose weight! Even though I have a ways to go, I have the know-how and the confidence to get there. I will NEVER go back to my old habits, it’s simply NOT an option- the “old way” of living just doesn’t make sense, it doesn’t work, it’s not what is important to me.

I no longer am ashamed of how I look. I can now look in the mirror and see a woman looking back at me. Thank you for giving me such a wonderful, life changing experience.

“I had been working out on my own for about 2 years using my self-taught knowledge of weight lifting. It seemed that no matter how hard I tried, I could only achieve mediocre gains and my physique wasn’t where I expected it to be.

Just recently, I came in 3rd in a 12 week contest at my gym in hamilton Phoenix Fitness using my personal trainer and the boxing and bootcamp classes at SteelCity CrossFit training program which played a major role in that success.

Kevin Seguin

I never thought it would be possible to see such gains in just 12 weeks! The boxing and bootcamp classes managed to: bring my strength to a new level, boost my endurance, bolster my confidence, and fuel my desire to push my limits and change my body.

My trainer Vince and Steel City CrossFit have helped me drop from 16% BF to 8% BF to expose an honest 156 pound frame. Can’t wait to see where I am in 12 months. Thanks for everything!

Kevin Seguin
Ontario, Canada
feeler112000@yahoo.ca

7. Sandy Durfee, Age 47

Lost 10 pounds, 4 inches in waist and 3 inches in hips

“Even though I had always enjoyed exercise and made it a priority in my life, my weight had continued to be an issue. It seemed that over the years I gained weight, not just from the birth of each of my children, but also from my poor eating habits. I began to dread my doctor visits as each time I was warned that I was at risk for high blood pressure, diabetes and heart disease. My doctor kept telling me that it didn’t matter how I lose weight, as long as I take it off. This only scared me into unhealthy bouts of dieting. I tried Atkins, Trim Spa and other diets pills and juice diets but after each not only was I heavier, I also felt worse! I had no energy, I hated the way I looked and I was depressed. My life was no longer mine to control.

I had a new grandbaby and I so desperately wanted to play an active role in her life. I finally decided something needed to change but I was unaware of what to do. I enrolled in the Metabolism Makeover and I was on my way. I learned everything from how my body works and what I need to eat to be strong and healthy. The best part….It was surprising easy! I am never hungry and I eat more now than I have in years! I now understand why Ii gain weight if I deprive my body of what it needs. I enjoy my life and feel in control. I feel great and look wonderful. Thank You for saving me!”

8. Lois Hardesty

In just 12 weeks, Lois Hardesty has lost 3% Body Fat
(12 pounds of unwanted fat!)
&
8 Overall Inches!

“I enjoy the comments I hear from others. People are amazed at what a difference I have made in my weight loss efforts. More importantly, I have found a strategy that I can use for the rest of my life. I have finally embraced the fact that changing my body is a process and it just cannot happen overnight.

Little by little, I have made changes to what I eats, the way I eat and how I spend my time in and out of the gym. I have relied upon my fitness journal to help create more accountability to myself and help me to gain insight into many of the habits that had been holding me back. I can say with confidence that I have finally conquered mindless eating.

I am most surprised by the fact that I had a few set backs during the 12 week course, yet I was able to continue to see results. I am thrilled for just 12 short weeks ago; I was headed in the other direction. Today I am filled with the knowledge, courage and confidence to continue down the path that will lead her to my ultimate weight loss goal.”

9. Mary Warren

Lost 15 pounds, 3% Body Fat, 2 inches in waist & over 3 inches in hips!

“When I started the Metabolism Makeover, I was very skeptical.

My friend told me it worked for her. So I said, OK, I’ll give it a try. After all, what I had been doing, just wasn’t working anymore.

I was surprised to learn that nutrition can be 70 to 80% responsible for my weight and I thought, yeah right. But I was determined to eat all the recommended foods and at the right times and to honestly try to prove this system wrong, because I didn’t really believe.

In fact, I purposely didn’t exercise to see if nutrition alone would or could make that much difference. Well, as you can see, the Metabolism Makeover proved me wrong, and I am thankful for that lesson! I became more of a believer as a couple pounds a week kept slowly coming off. Little by little I was able to fit back into my favorite clothes!

Now, I am really anxious to go whole hog with the exercise to BOOST all that I have learned from this amazing program. If only I had been following ALL of the guidelines from the beginning, I’d already be close to where I want to be permanently. But at least I’ve reached my short term goal and I an have no doubt I’ll be able to achieve and maintain my ultimate goal.

I have a beautiful size 6 dress I’d love to wear for a party. I want my husband to take me dancing to some fabulous place. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR BELIEVING IN ME.”

June Lynch

“Working with my personal trainer and using the boot camp programs for 12 weeks, I have managed to lose weight (25 pounds) and inches (20 ½) – something I have not been able to accomplish over the past 5 years at a variety of Hamilton gyms and Hamilton fitness programs. In addition I have lost 10% body fat and have reduced from a size 18 to a size 12 in clothing.

The training program has been new for me, having never followed this type of program before. Over the program period, I have found I am stronger, healthier, have more energy and am more positive in attitude. What started as a chore has become a new and enjoyable (and challenging) way of life.”

June Lynch
Ontario, Canada
junelynch@picturepcakeart.com

10. Sonia H. Miller, Age 38

“Being overweight I have tried many, many things to loose weight. You name it, I’ve tried it…..Nutri-System, Weight Watchers, the latest diet pills and just plain starvation. I tried all of these and more hoping that I could loose weight and have the body and energy I wanted.

My weight loss journey had drug on for a little more than 10 years. Feelings of hopelessness grew after trying all of these things and discovering that none of them worked for me. Even though I initially I lost some weight, I never felt good or had the energy to take care of my son or enjoy activities with my family. I always felt hungry, deprived and weak. The most devastating effect was after each weight loss strategy, the weight always came back… along with extra 5-10 pounds of weight. I was disgusted with myself and ready to accept the thought that weight loss was just not for me.

Then I found the Metabolism Makeover. Each class helped me to realize that my goals could be achieved by setting realistic goals, making a conscious decision to take action and understanding how the foods I was putting into my body affected my ability to see results. After 6 weeks into the course, I finally started seeing – and feeling – the results that I have always wanted for myself. Along with my commitment to add cardiovascular exercise and weight resistant training to my weekly routine, I finally have the energy, knowledge and the confidence to reach my long term weight loss goals. Thank you.”

11. Angelique Woodert-McClain Age 25

Lost 19 pounds, 2% Body Fat and 4 inches in her waist

“I have made SO much progress in the last few weeks and will enjoy continuing my journey for the rest of my life. This weekend I ran a 5k marathon. Finish time was 30 min 28 secs!!! I placed tenth in my age group. I am now training for the next 5k in a couple of months. I initially set my ultimate goal to be able to run again…. I accomplished that and more! By the end of the year I want to ease into running a 10k. In just 12 weeks I went from a size 16 to a 12 and went from 210lbs to 191lbs. I am proud of my progress and I believe I can reach my next goal by Sept. of this year. Thanks for the help, information and support.”

12. Rose Huffine

“I thought eating just one meal a day would help.”

“I can’t praise Metabolism Makeover Program enough. My results just amaze me. Since I turned 50, I hated the way I looked. I was in a size 12 pants and was wearing size “large” shirts. For me that was too big, I saw no end in sight. I tried to loose the weight and tone up by myself with no results. I thought eating just one meal a day would help. I didn’t know I was setting myself up for failure.

The Metabolism Makeover opened my eyes and taught me the right way to have the body I so badly desired. In just 12 weeks I went from a size 12 to a size 8. I lost an inch in my waist and two inches in my thighs. I have learned how to eat correctly by eating several small balanced meals during the day.

My husband just cannot believe how much better I look and feel about myself. Now that’s a great feeling. I walk with my head up high and I am having fun buying fun new clothes. I AM SO PROUD OF MYSELF. That’s a great feeling.

Thanks for being there for me and helping me achieve my dreams.”

13. Daniel Emblen

“I thought I was doing everything right!”

“The Metabolism Makeover can help you reach your goal by pin pointing the areas that need improvement. I started off believing I knew all about strength training, cardio and eating properly. Heck, I was even using a nutritional journal I purchased from GNC! Well, I thought I was doing everything right – WRONG – I was about 1,000 calories too low, putting my body in starvation mode. I was doing cardio for over an hour 3 times a week, also not good.

With the Metabolism Makeover I was shown a new way. I started the program at 292 lbs, 25% body fat. My percent body fat was high even though I played football and frequented the gym. That alone tells you I was doing something wrong and I got help. I was shown the proper amount to eat and received guidance on how to correctly workout. I now weigh 272 and have 19% body fat! Yes, 20 lbs and a 6% body fat decrease. My waist went from 46 inches to 39 inches. VERY NICE!!

This program not only helped me to change my body, but increase my self confidence too. The Metabolism Makeover is more than a just for weight loss, it can be designed just for you, to help you get started on your fitness goals and new way of life.”

“After meeting with my Personal Fitness Trainer and getting on the CrossFit, Boxing and Boot Camp programs I knew that I was on the right track.

I just didn’t expect to see results so fast.

After three months I was down from 208 lbs to 161 lbs and 16% body fat.”

Joe Kennedy
Ontario, Canada
joewkennedy@hotmail.com

14. Mike Burns

Lost 5% Body Fat in just 12 Weeks

“My name is Michael Burns and I am a 27 year old Captain in the Army. I have always considered myself to be in good shape and have spent many hours lifting weights in the gym. I chose to participate in the Metabolism Makeover Program because I felt it would help me reach my 11% body fat goal and help to expand my knowledge of fitness in general. With nutritional guidance, education of a variety of resistance training exercises and effective cardio strategies, I lost 5% body fat in just 12 weeks! Gentlemen, this program is not just for women. The information is priceless and the step by step strategies will positively impact anyone who participates. Don’t put your fitness goals off any longer. Become part of the Metabolism Makeover team TODAY! You won’t regret it.”

15. David Witt, age 58

Lost 19 pounds, 5 % Body Fat and 5 inches in his waist

“Shortly after I began seeing a personal trainer, I broke both of my ankles and was unable to be active for a good three months. I became tired of feeling fat and lazy. Sure I was able to lose a good 10 pounds with the help of my trainer, but I just wasn’t satisfied. I’ve tried a few programs in the past and had a basic understanding of what weight loss was all about. So, when I enrolled in the Metabolism Makeover course, I knew what to expect. I knew the biggest impact and what I needed most would be the support of a group and the accountability for my actions.

I noticed results within the first week. I had a lot more energy which motivated me to work even harder. The whole process of weight loss is not about shrinking the numbers on the scale, it’s about losing fat. I sure noticed this in the inches that I lost, especially in my abs. This is the process I needed to embrace in order to feel fit and in control of my body.

I was most surprised by the amount of food I was able to eat. If you want to lose the fat, you need to keep your body fueled – using quality foods – all day long. This was quite the opposite of my once or twice a day eating habits.

It feels great to finally achieve results and know that I will keep them. Even though I am down to the weight I wanted to be, I know the journey will continue as I live the new habits I have created.”

16. Davisa Fogel

“After several attempts at fad diets…the weight was not coming off.”

“I joined the gym after several attempts at “fad diets” thinking “this should do it.” I worked out faithfully each week and was full of determination but the weight was just not coming off. As soon as the Metabolism Makeover course became available, I thought, “Why not!”

The 12-week experience has been the start of a new way of life for me. Upon completion, I lost a total of 16 pounds and over 8 inches in my waist, hips and thighs. I feel confident that I will continue with my success.

“The Metabolism Makeover program has taught me to construct my diet to be more health conscious, but still be able to enjoy a variety of everyday foods without the typical “diet” plan”

17. Renee Lydian

“The past 12-weeks has been extremely helpful toward reaching my health and fitness goals. I have been an avid tennis player for many years. However, after a knee injury and years of steady weight gain, I had not been in shape to play up to my expectations. My overall goal is to lose weight (hopefully 20 pounds) and be in better physical shape to play competitively next summer. I am proud to share that I have lost about 10 pounds, and have decreased my body fat percentage by 4%! I have changed my overall attitude about the way I eat. The Metabolism Makeover program has taught me to construct my diet to become more health conscious, but still be able to enjoy a variety of everyday foods without the typical “diet” plan. I have seen and felt a tremendous improvement in my physical body and my attitude toward a healthier lifestyle.”

18. Rebecca S. Bowling, Corporate Secretary/Treasurer

Ladies,

I just came from the Drs. and just had to share my good news!

I have been on cholesterol meds for several years now and have tried Weight Watchers (4l/2 years), South Beach Diet (9 months), Treadmill (5 days/week – 5 l/2 years), you name it.

Since signing up for the Metabolism MakeoverProgram and learning that I needed to combine my resistance training along with my cardio … and

with the help of the individualized nutritional recommendations and supportive nutrition tips…..

Check out these comparisons – the #’s speak for themselves!

September 2005 March 2006
Total Cholesterol

216 172 (<200 is Desirable)

Triglycerides

147 102 (<150isNormal)

LDL (Bad Cholesterol)

97 70 (<100 is Optimal)

HDL (Good Cholesterol)

Still good at 82 was better at 90 (> 60 is Desirable)

I thinkI’m ready to make a commercial!

12-Week Pictures

1. Tina Martin

Lost 4% Body Fat, 8 pounds, 9 1/2 total inches

2. Larry Singleton

Lost 24 pounds and 5% BodyFat

6- Week Course

1. Jessica Dockrey, Age 23

“I lost 3 inches in my waist in just 6 weeks!”

“It was my 23^rd birthday.

You are supposed to be happy and having a great time but not me. I was trying to squeeze into my jeans and wondering “When did these darn things get so small?”

Well, it obviously wasn’t the jeans getting smaller that was the problem. It was my body! It seemed my metabolism came to a screeching halt one day. I was doomed if I didn’t do something about it.

My mother had always battled her weight and I could hear her warnings echoing in my head that someday I could look like her if I wasn’t careful.

So I began to try all the “quick fix” strategies listed in the latest fitness magazines.

Slim fast was useless. It actually made me hungrier so I would drink my shake and then eat! I tried almost every diet pill made and all I got was a really bad case of gas!

After of all the money I spent and all the garbage I tried, I finally realized that nothing worked.

Then I decided to enroll in the Metabolism Makeover with the hopes of establishing some healthy eating habits.

Within a matter of days I was feeling 100% better.

By the third day I could feel things changing. My body didn’t look different yet but I could feel a noticeable difference. I had more energy to do things I liked to do. Instead of sitting around on the couch all day I would go and work out, take a walk in the park, or go for a jog.

It took some getting used to for a new eating plan meant I had to change some of my unsupportive habits.

After about 4 weeks of staying consistent, tweaking and fine-tuning I finally got it down.

Creating a supportive eating plan has become a part of my routine now. This is something I can stick with. I no longer try to convince myself that a burger is better then some grilled chicken. The burger just is not even an option I consider anymore.

Just 6 short weeks has changed my life drastically and on our last day of class when I found out I lost almost 3 inches off my waist in only 6 weeks the truth was clear! This lifestyle really works!”

2. Katie Davis,

Lost 13 pounds, 3% Body Fat, 3 inches in waist and 4 inches in hips.

“As a person who used to eat anything she wanted without seeing it reflected back at her in the mirror, upping the size of my clothes with each change of the season finally took its toll. I was an athlete growing up and throughout college, so exercising was pretty much a way of life.

Once I put the sports behind me, I pretty much left the exercise behind too. It didn’t seem to make too much of a difference at first, but as you might guess, that soon subsided to the horrible foods I fed my body.

Eating out and making bad food choices soon became evident in my appearance and health. I just told myself, “This was not going to cut it anymore!” I felt horrible! I couldn’t stand to shop or pay money for the size of clothes I needed to fit my body. I began wearing the “comfortable” outfits (you know the ones, big t-shirt, jeans, baggier clothes) and declining when asked to go out with my friends, because in reality, I wasn’t comfortable at all. I lost a lot of my confidence and drive to even be me-which, let me tell you, isn’t a person that doesn’t get out and socialize! I wanted to be out with my friends and I wanted to feel good about myself, but my weight and the consequences of the added pounds just kept dragging me down.

My health was suffering… .I had high cholesterol, I was always tired, and I was stressed out a lot, just to name a few examples! And don’t get me started about trying to keep up with my stepdaughter, baby niece and nephews and cousins-it was next to impossible. I would be worn out before they even really got started. A day at work was about all I wanted to (or could) handle-as soon as I got home (after going out to dinner, of course!), it was lounging time until I had to get up and do it again the next day!

Well, not anymore!! I am proud to say that I have turned my life around. After months and months of wishing I looked like the person wearing a size 8, I decided to work my way toward BEING a person that wears a size 8. I’m not there… .yet, but in due time!

After I had been telling myself that I could do it on my own for more than two years, it was time to face the realization that IT WASN’T GOING TO HAPPEN! After learning the ins and outs of the course, I was sold–this was for me! I just made the decision that it was time to change for the better and if I wasn’t going to do it on my own, I needed the guidance and support to help me do it, and do it right. Thanks to the valuable information I learned in this six-week class, I am now more than 13 pounds lighter, much healthier, and much more active. I feel like a brand new person!

Eating out for the majority of my meals is a thing of the past. My diet has been transformed into one that works for my body and not against it! The changes in my appetite and cravings are amazing. I no longer crave the sweet desserts; I now crave a piece of fruit instead. I haven’t even really craved chocolate in a long time—which I used to eat A LOT! I cut my food portions by more than half and I’m still full. I eat often, and I eat well! I learned what to eat, how often, and why.

As soon as I implemented the program, I saw immediate results. My body changed, my clothes began fitting differently, and I suddenly found myself pulling at my clothes (and not to stretch them out!) so that they weren’t falling down. Before I knew it, some of my “old” clothes began to fit and look good again. I have a ways to go before I reach my ultimate goal, but without this course, I wouldn’t be anywhere near reaching my goal. Now, I understand what I need to do and I CAN do it. This course was the best decision I have made for myself in a long time! I wish I had done it years ago!”

3. Melissa Brady, Age 25

Lost 2 /2 % Body Fat and 2 /2 overall inches

5. Trena Floyd, Age 30

Lost 1 /2 % Body Fat, 5 /2 total inches in just 6 weeks,

“Ever since giving birth I have carried extra weight around. I continuously failed at all the different diets out there. As my 30th birthday was quickly approaching I decided to get SERIOUS! I signed up for the 6-week course. Learning how to read food labels is key, you have to “know” what you are putting in your body and make sure you are really making healthy choices, not just “thinking” you are. I also learned how important it is to incorporate resistance training into your exercise routine instead of just cardio.

Since I began my initial fitness program, I have lost and kept off a total 28 pounds! I know I will continue to lose more and gain a healthier, longer life with my new lifestyle changes.

Keep in mind, you can have all the information to become a success however YOU must put it into action!”

———Prograde VGF+25 Testimonials

1. Laura LaRue, Age 36, Sonora, KY

“VGF+ 25 for Women has been great, even though I was a bit hesitant to start something new. I can tell a huge difference from the regular synthetic vitamins that I took

before. Regular multivitamins were a bit hard on my stomach. The VGF has never caused a problem. I can tell you that I consistently take VGF 2-3 times a day. In addition to the changes I have made to my eating habits, I feel confident that all my nutritional needs are being met. I have lots of energy, but most surprisingly, I don’t feel like I am on a roller coaster of emotions. I feel like I am on an even road and in more control as I handle the ups and downs of life. Thank you Prograde!”

2. Nevelyn Burns, Age 26, Mrs. Tennessee International

“Since using VGF25, I have noticed that the results not only enhance my body, but also my mind. My cravings for sweets and carbs have subsided, and I have more energy. I used to have problems with stress also, but since taking VGF25, I have been able to relax more and sleep better. I used to go on junk food binges, and I even found myself purchasing some of the foods that I used to go overboard with, but when I attempted to eat them, I realized that I didn’t have a taste for them. I know that this product helps me to be healthier, and with the amazing results that I have seen, I am even more inspired to work even harder in the gym. I recommend this product for anyone who is dissatisfied with the results of their multi-vitamin. Women’s bodies are different and should be treated differently. VGF25 does just that in a completely natural way.

Nevelyn Lost 2% Body Fat and 1 inch in her waist 4 weeks after incorporating VGF+25 into her fitness program

3. Stacy Porter, Age 36, Elizabethtown, KY

“Since I began taking VGF+25 for Women, I can feel a difference in my energy levels, I no longer feel tired all the time. My cravings have even decreased. The VGF has helped to curb my cravings for sweets. This has really helped me to stay focused and on track. With other multivitamins, I would take them in the morning and end up tasting it all day, however, with VGF I take it twice a day and it doesn’t matter what time of day I take it I can’t taste anything. I can also tell a difference in my skin. My complexion is much clearer since I began taking VGF just 3 weeks ago.”

4. Bonnie Henson, Age 65, Indianapolis IN

“In the past 40 years of taking countless vitamins and supplements, each because of the latest health article I had read—I figured my health was the best that it could be at the age of 65–I discovered that was not true when VGF25+ was introduced into my life.

There were subtle changes in the beginning…higher energy levels,all over feeling of well being…clarity in my thinking and healthy fingernails….for the very first time I can honestly say, I have achieved a higher level of overall health and well being……………………………………………………………………………….. thank
you VGF25+ for giving me a new lease on life.”