Kristin’s Success Story
Kristin is the picture of consistency and hated the day she told me she was moving to Florida but I wish her well and hope she continues what she started at ERF. In the short time she was with ERF she made remarkable progress and just goes to show what can be accomplished when you go all in.
When did getting fit/losing weight become an issue?
When I would just eat junk food whenever I wanted and sit around and make no effort to get to the gym or eat better food for myself, I gained 30 pounds in one month. That is when my weight and not being fit started to become an issue.
Have you made previous attempts?
Yes. Previously, I would eat a routinely healthy diet and would stay active throughout the week including going to the gym 5-6 times a week.
What was the difference this time?
The support group that Expect Results Fitness offered and the easy-to-follow classes made working out fun and easy. I wanted to go every day.
What was the thing that made you decide I’m going to do this?
In addition to my decline in my healthy lifestyle, I began to get quite depressed with life in general. I wasn’t myself and wouldn’t even want to get off my couch if I didn’t have to nor did I try very hard to talk myself out of it. I allowed myself to get caught in a slump and I needed something to make myself go to so that I wouldn’t just sit around anymore and help me want to take control of the motivation and self-support for my health that I had lost.
How much total weight/inches have you lost? How many jean sizes are you down? How much stronger are you now?
In the short time I was able to go to Expect Results Fitness, I lost ten pounds and three inches off my waist. I started at lifting ten-pound weights and have worked up to 25-30-pound weights with dumbbells. I started at lifting 65 pounds on the squat rack and am currently lifting 135 pounds on the squat rack. I am also able to perform multiple exercises with ease that previously I could barely get through or not get through at all.
How much more would you like to lose?
I would like to lose another 15-20 pounds to try to get closer to my weight when I was living my healthiest. But as long as I’m eating healthy, staying active, and doing what’s best for my body, my weight on the scale is not my biggest priority.
What keeps you motivated when progress isn’t moving as fast as you would like?
I have to keep reminding myself of the progress I don’t register such as “I couldn’t do that the last time I tried so I must be getting stronger even if I don’t feel like it.” I also try to remind myself that with my fitness there won’t really be an “end date” because I have to do the best I can every day and all of those days will add up to a healthy lifestyle and that’s the progress I’m aiming for.
How has your diet changed?
I’ve gone from eating fast food and junk almost daily to eating healthy meals throughout the week and rewarding myself with a nice cheat meal on the weekends usually.
What do you do when you really want something that’s off your diet?
I may try to integrate a healthier substitute that satisfies that craving. For example, if I want something sweet I will eat some fruit instead of a candy bar. If a substitute doesn’t work for a circumstance, I just allow myself to eat some in moderation. I love food so to also keep a healthy mental attitude I try not to limit myself too much or punish myself for wanting food, but moderation is key.
How has your new lifestyle effected your relationships?
Living a fit lifestyle has allowed me to be more of who I am and in turn has allowed my relationships with others to grow. I am a more confident and enjoyable person to be around because of the effect of my new lifestyle.
Do you have advice for anyone considering getting fit/losing weight?
There’s no wrong time to start. You just have to start. Don’t ever compare yourself to any one else. There will always be someone else better or stronger. The only person to compare yourself to is the person you were yesterday, because that’s the only competition that matters. Also, the pain you might feel? That’s you getting stronger. Embrace it. Don’t shy away from it. You are stronger than you think.
Good luck with your new adventure Kristin!