Best Birthday Present of All!

Lisa Shrinks Two Sizes with the 6-Week Challenge!

Six weeks before her birthday, Lisa walked into the Studio with a goal.  She told Kathy (our Studio manager) that she was turning 30 exactly 6 weeks from that day and she wanted to tone and tighten her body.  After four children, Lisa’s primary focus was her abdominals.  “I love being a mom of four,” said Lisa, “but my fourth child really did a number on my abs!”

Lisa decided to take the 6 Week Fitness Challenge.  She met with Roxanne and they discussed her goals and interests. With Lisa’s demanding schedule of juggling her husband’s calendar, after school activities and household responsibilities, they decided that the late evening classes (8:30 p.m.) and a weekly early afternoon appointment for Pilates Reformer was perfect. 

Each week, Lisa diligently attended Cardio Kickbox, Power Ball, Pump/Butts-n-Guts and then worked on the Pilates Reformer. She even tried Spinning®!  She began to notice immediate changes.  “My energy increased and I was in a good mood more often,” she reflected.  “I slept better and have more energy than before and I’ve discovered that I actually like to exercise.” 

The week of her birthday, Lisa tried on one of her favorite dresses that she wore before her fourth child was born.  The great news? She’d shrunk by two sizes in six weeks and fit into the dress! 

When her husband took her to downtown Chicago for a beautiful celebration night on the town, Lisa stopped by the Studio to showcase her new look.  Her dazzling smile radiated her pride and joy in her accomplishments.  “I stopped focusing on the weight so much and started to think about inches,” she remarked.  “I lost inches, toned up and made my goal by my birthday!”

Lisa shares these gems of wisdom: 

• Make the time for yourself.  It doesn’t matter how busy you are – you have to invest in you, even if it’s just an hour a day or you’ll pull your hair out. 
• Drink a lot of water! It’s true – keeping your body hydrated makes a lot of difference, not just for weight management, but for overall well being.
• Stay happy – always have a positive attitude!  Your mental outlook is key to your success.

 Happy Birthday, Lisa!!!!  Congratulations on your great success – you are an amazing woman!