Stories of three amazing people who have made lifestyle changes to lose and keep off extra weight.
Three years ago I lost 95 lbs. I worked out 5 days a week and watched what I ate daily. I maintained it for 3 years, but I noticed that slowly my weight began increasing– 3, 5, 7, 10, 12 pounds over 6 months. I started to count every calorie and exercise more religiously. Four months went by, but I was still NOT losing. I wanted to give up! What was going on? I did this before. What am I doing wrong? Is there something medically wrong with me? I got blood work done hoping that it was going to be something medically wrong with me so the weight gain wouldn’t be my fault but my body’s. At that point I consulted Sandy.
On my first visit Sandy taught me a method to count portions sizes. She pointed out my problem was that I counted only calories and not focusing on food groups. I was shocked to find out that I could gain weight when eating 1200 calories a day. Sandy helped me learn about foods and how they work in your body. Next, she mixed up my workout plan. She gave me a workout plan that I could love—it was quick. Now I have more time to spend with my daughter.
After a month I was back down to my goal weight! I hope my story inspires the active that are in a routine and are not getting results to seek outside advice. Sometimes we don’t see what we need to until someone else shows us.
Anna (San Jose, CA)
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When I met Sandra, I had been overweight for twenty plus years and had already tried every diet. When I dieted, I lost weight; but I ended up gaining back everything I lost plus more. I ate when I was sad, depressed, stressed, angry, or happy. I let food control my life. As a result of being overweight, my blood pressure was out of control, and I developed congestive heart failure. My asthma got worse, and I had to take steroids. Walking, even standing, caused severe pain on my joints. It was at that point I considered gastric bypass surgery. I hated the way I looked and felt, but I was really moved to action when my four year old grandson said, “Please don’t die, Nana. I don’t want you to leave me – I love you.” I knew then that I had to do something about my weight.
It was around this time that I met Sandra. She told me it was going to take a real commitment on my part if I wanted to succeed, but she was confident she had the means to help me attain my weight loss goal. I put my faith in the Lord to give me the strength I would need and in Sandra for her guidance and encouragement.
Today, I am in control and exercise has become part of my daily routine. Before Sandra, I weighed 372 lbs. One year and two months later I have lost 103 lbs. (half way to my goal weight).
I believe in order to achieve your goal you not only need to be committed but you need to be accountable to someone who will be supportive and encouraging.
K. P. (San Jose, CA)
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I contacted Sandra’s to become a healthier person. My goal was to learn what to eat and in what portions to become healthier. Another goal was to become stronger. Knowing that I did not like to exercise, Sandra gave me an exercise plan that I could maintain and not feel overwhelmed. Sandra is a very motivating trainer and supported me all the way. After twelve sessions with Sandra I feel I can continue to maintain the weight I’ve lost using the exercise plan she designed for me. Sandra has given me a positive outlook towards exercising, and I now look forward to it. I am a much healthier person because of her. Thank you, Sandra!!!
Marianne (San Jose, CA)
