"I have worked out my whole life and never gotten the results that I wanted. I never had a personal trainer and I would go from one thing to the next. I would enjoy something and then overdo that one exercise causing my muscles to become bulky. I never wanted to have to watch what I ate and I figured as long as I worked out 5-6 days a week I wouldn't have to. I maintained and reasonably fit body and have never been overweight but also have never been truly satisfied with how I look.
I joined Frog's at the urging of my fiance and met Kali the first day I signed up. I was completely intimidated to work out with a trainer but since she was offering me 2 free sessions I decided to try it. At that point I thought I would just use the 2 sessions so I could learn how to use the machines and then branch out on my own as I always have done in the past. After my first 2 sessions with Kali I felt so encouraged by her knowledge and enthusiasm. I shared this with my fiance and he bought me a package with her as a gift. From then on I was hooked and have used Kali as my personal trainer, friend, motivator, therapist and cheerleader all rolled into one!
Kali slowly brought me around to the idea that I would need to control my calories in addition to working out if I wanted to see some real changes in my body. I started at 132 pounds and 22% body fat. She encouraged me to try a 1600 calorie a day diet. I was very resistant at first and continued as I had before for many months while training with Kali. Finally she convinced me to try it for one week. The first week was extremely difficult as I felt hungry and deprived a lot and it was a aggravation to keep track on everything I ate. Slowly I got accustomed to the lack of calories and didn't need as much food to feel full. I also streamlined the process of keeping track of my food intake. From there it took off to a 100% commitment to staying within my allotted calorie intake. As I saw the pounds slowly the shedding the more motivated I became to lose more. It took me about 7 months to lose 14 pounds. I am now 118 pounds and 11.9% body fat. In addition my posture has markedly improved.
My body transformation has given me so much more confidence and inner peace. I now have the tools to control my physique. It isn't a guessing a game anymore. I have knowledge that I lacked before and this makes me feel empowered."
I couldn't be more proud of her commitment to a consistent training schedule and adherence to a healthy diet! One of my favorite moments with her happen tonight. I rarely get to see people out of their sweaty work out clothes and tonight I was in awe of how breath-taking she looked. I could see an equal balance of happiness, health, and strength. Congrtualtions Alisa, you look incredible.
Summer 2011
February 2012
February 2012
