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Success Stories
Check Out What Our Clients Have To Say About Us!
SuperClient of the Month
SUCCESS STORY!
“I am stronger and fitter than I was 20
years ago! ”
Lisa Berns is our SuperClient
of the Month. Lisa has been training with the FT Family since July of
2008. Lisa is a busy mom and professional and before starting her
health and fitness program, she was not happy with the way she was
feeling. “I turned 40 in 2007 and felt like I owed
it to my family and myself to be healthier.”
Results? “First and foremost, I feel healthier,
happier and more energetic. I am stronger and fitter than I was 20
years ago.” This is the one time in Lisa’s day that
is all about her needs. And when she comes in to train she likes the
focus being on just her. “The trainers’ programs are
tough but fun. Lori does an amazing job of tailoring each session to my
needs and abilities. I am never bored and always challenged.”
And because of Lisa’s decision to change her life, her daughters are
witnessing a mom that’s active, healthy, and exercises regularly.
That’s a BIG benefit to her. Of course, “The fact
that my jeans size has gone down 2-3 sizes and my abs are stronger than
they have ever been are nice perks! Plus, I can do lots of real
push-ups now.”
Follow Lisa’s example. “It’s very important to me
that my daughters know the value and importance of being fit and strong
for a lifetime. FT allows me to show them that on a regular basis.”
Bravo Lisa!
Congratulations on your progress Lisa! Keep up the great work! Will you be our next FT SuperClient of the Month!?
SuperClient of the Month
SUCCESS STORY!
“I’ve toned up, my clothes are not
tight fitting, and I have more energy!” ”
Joan Sobleski is our SuperClient of the Month. Joan has been
training with the FT family for almost five months. Joan, like many
people today, works long hours. After a long day of work she’d have no
energy left to push herself and workout. Ended she’d just read or watch
some TV.
Since starting with Fitness Together Joan has become more aware of
what, when, and how much she is eating. She’s become more active with
her everyday life and she’s not as tired anymore.
Joan has made great improvements with her health and fitness. She’s
lost over 10 pounds of body fat, dropped her recovery heart rate by 10
bpm, and increased her strength by 67%! Not to forget she’s lost inches
as well. “I’ve toned up, my clothes are not tight
fitting anymore, and I have a lot more energy.”
Joan really hit her stride. She’s found a friendly place
A piece of advice… “Keep working - I did not get out
of shape overnight. Results will come and you will feel good about
yourself. If you’re not putting yourself first, try it! If you do not
take care of yourself when who will?” That’s very
good advice. I’ve coached hundreds of men and women and most have put
themselves on the back burner. A confusion of priorities is
commonplace. But you must take care of yourself first. And as Joan
suggests, TRY IT!!
Congratulations on your progress Joan! Keep up the great work! Are you ready to be our next FT SuperClient!?
SuperClient of the Month
SUCCESS STORY!
“I've Lost 31 Pounds and Have Gone from
a Size 12 to a Size 4!”
Kathy Botney is our
SuperClient of the Month. Kathy has been training with the FT family
for five and a half months. Kathy is a busy physician, wife, mother and
grandmother. Needless to say her plate is full. I
love my job and family, but I felt like I was just getting by. I was
tired of being tired and overweigth. And I was frustrated with the
chronic pain from a car accident years ago." But
none of that stopped Kathy from achieving. "Now I feel great
about my energy level, strength, and appearance."
Given Kathy's previous injuries a specific program was needed. "Apryl
makes the program. She's been fabulous in working with me. I also love
the privacy of the individual training rooms and appreciate the absence
of loud rock music. I love the coaching on my nutrition, weight loss,
and overall goals of optimal health."
Kathy's focus and determination are showing. A lot. "I
have gone from a size 12 to a size 4, I've lost 21 pounds. My strength
and endurance are much improved. My chronic neck pain is now a rare
occurance. And my increased core strength has allowed me to enjoy other
activities like swimming and gardening without the pain I used to
suffer from."
Wouldn't you take advice from a physician, wifre, mother, and
grandmother? I know I would. Furthermore, Kathy has walked the walk. So
heed her advice. "I think it's very important to
combine a nutrition plan with the strength training and aerobic
exercise. The combination of nutritional changes and regular exercise
has been amazing. I sleep better, my energy is better, I look better,
and I'm confident that I'll never slide backwards again."
Congratulations on your progress Kathy! Keep up the great work! Are you ready to be our next FT SuperClient of the Month!?
SuperClient of the Month
SUCCESS STORY!
“My belt went down a notch. Then another!
Then another! Then another, and
another!”
Ann Hynes is our SuperClient
of the Month. Ann has been training with the FT Family for 3 months.
Ann has had a hectic 10 years. Over that time both of her parents
became sick with terminal cancer and passed, she moved from NY to FL
and back to St. Louis, and was working in a high stress job traveling 2
weeks out of the month. “I wasn’t eating right,
wasn’t exercising and was working constantly. I was shocked when I saw
a photo of myself taken at Christmas. I took stock and couldn’t believe
how out of shape I was, and how much weight I’d gained in 10 years.
None of my clothes fit. So now I needed a fitness plan that provided
motivation, structure and accountability. The timing was right because
my job changed with less stress and travel. This gave me plenty of time
to get back into shape.”
When I first met with Ann I immediately knew she was determined. And
she knew exactly what she wanted to accomplish and was ready to start.
“I train at FT regularly and really look forward to each session. On
other days I do some form of cardio. I just feel so much better
physically and mentally. I eat healthy foods (although I do miss
chocolate) and sleep more soundly.”
Ann enjoys the 1-on-1 with the trainers. “They push
me past my comfort zone so that I’m motivated to work harder and
longer.” Ann says she’s using the term ‘worked my
butt off’ a lot more!:) “I also like the structure
of the set schedule, the facilities with fresh fruit, water, clean
towels and no-nonsense equipment.” It’s a great
atmosphere for Ann because she’s no-nonsense. She comes in and works
HARD and as I like to say, Cranks it!
Ann has lost 12 lbs., 10 of that being fat, 4 % body fat, increased her
cardio endurance by 79%! (Her heart rate dropped 14 bpm.) She also
increased her strength by 50% and flexibility by 3.75 inches! All of
that, plus over 5 inches lost in her waist, hips, and legs.
“My clothes fit and are getting baggy. My belt went down a notch. Then
another. Then another. Then another, and another. My friends, family,
and coworkers are noticing the improvements and making positive and
encouraging comments. I just feel so much better!”
Ann has great advice to anyone struggling for results or trying to
start a program. “I’d say that the struggle is
hard, but the results are worth it. Set small goals, and when you think
you can’t do one more push-up or sit-up, do 5 more because those are
the ones that will make the difference.” What
great advice! And coming from Ann that means a lot. She’s committed to
another 6 months to accomplish her long range goals of running the half
marathon in Tucson with her husband. “It’s great to
train together with a common, healthy goal.”
Congratulations on your progress Ann! Keep up the great work! Are you ready to be our next FT SuperClient of the Month!?
SuperClient of the Month
SUCCESS STORY!
“I Wore My 19 Year Old Daughter’s
Cocktail Dress To The Party!”
Tami Strand is our
SuperClient of the Month. She’s been training with the FT Family for 9
months. I decided to take up a full page this month because her story
is motivating. Tami is a ‘Doer’. She doesn’t accept No very well. If
you told her she can’t do something she’d get teed off. If she failed
at an exercise the first time, she’d work at it until she got it right.
She’s as determined of a person as anyone I know. I think you’ll see
that once you read her story.
My team and I coach over 100 clients. Fitness, nutrition, weight loss,
stress and energy management, you name it and we see it. Each month we
highlight a SuperClient of the Month success story not only to
congratulate their accomplishment, but to inspire, motivate, and model.
I learn a lot from them. And I hope you do too. Here’s Tami’s story...
Describe your life prior to starting the Fitness Together
program.
“I would have considered my lifestyle to have been pretty healthy. I
ate a low fat diet, albeit 2 very small meals for breakfast and lunch
and one large meal loaded with carbs late in the evening for dinner (My
husband is a marathon runner so I would ‘carbo-load’ right along with
him). I also did cardio workouts regularly - swimming a mile 4 - 6
times every week. However, I was not able to lose the weight that
slowly accumulated as I got older.” Notice how active Tami
already was. Swimming a mile 4 to 6x/week! And no weight loss? It
wasn’t a matter of effort, but focused effort. And don’t think for a
second you can’t see AWESOME results if you’ve already been working out.
And describe your life now.
“I’m in a good, sustainable routine now. I eat 5 small meals everyday
ensuring each has a sizable portion of protein. I work out at FT 3
times every week at 6am and am doing cardio intervals for 30 minutes 5
- 6 times per week. I’ve been able to consistently maintain this
routine by just putting it in the calendar and doing it!
Learning to eat 5 times per day was probably the hardest part. Now it
is simply ‘What I do’. But it does take some planning ahead.” As
I said earlier, Tami is a Doer. And she does everything we recommended
for her. It’s important to note she’s not kinda-sorta doing it. She’s
not doing just what’s required. But more than what’s expected.
“There are four reasons why I chose to work with FT. 1) The trainers.
All of them have been great. Each has the “special areas of focus” and
it is helpful to learn different approaches to the same type of
exercise. 2) Different workouts every time. No monotony here. And you
can’t get away from doing their ‘dreaded’ exercises, yet you don’t do
them all the time. So it doesn’t seem so bad. And when you finish you
realize they weren't as hard as you remember. 3) Accountability. I
wouldn’t get up for a 6am workout very often if I didn’t know someone
was waiting for me. 4) Special help. Writing workouts for me to use
when I’m away and other stuff that help me specifically.” I
take pride in #1. As I’ve said before, I’m the same way with my team as
I was with girls. Picky. And one of the biggest benefits that nearly
EVERY client mentions is accountability.
So what results are you seeing Tami?
“I’ve lost about 18 Lbs. (23 to be exact). But my clothes fit
like I’ve lost a lot more than that. I was even able to wear one of my
19 year old daughter’s cocktail dresses to a Christmas party this year!
More importantly, I’ve had my first normal lipid profile in several
years! No meds. Just good ‘ol fashioned exercise and eating right. The
thing I’m most amazed about it the drop in my resting heart rate. It’s
dropped 14 beats per minute. I was doing a fair amount of cardio
workouts before, but I think the interval work has really made the
difference.” In some of my favorite words...She’s
crankin’ it!
What would you say to others struggling to get results or
starting a program?
“I’d say what Tim says, it takes a concerted effort on all three legs
of the health and fitness stool. 1) strength training 2) healthy eating
and 3) cardio interval training. Just one alone won’t get you
where you want to be and is probably why previous efforts may have
failed you as was my case. Using all three strategies is what
it takes to speed up and maintain an effective metabolic rate.
Especially as you get older.” I’m flattered. And glad to
hear someone listens to me :-).
What’s been the coolest part about your results?
“I know can talk with my college-aged kids about different exercise and
workouts they do at school and compare results. I give them a run for
their money in the push-up category!”
Congratulations on your progress Tami!
Keep up the great work!
Will you be our next FT SuperClient of the Month!?
SuperClient of the Month
SUCCESS STORY!
“Who Else Wants To Know Jaudon’s 3 P’s
For Fitness And Weight Loss Success?!”
Jaudon Godsey is our SuperClient of the Month. Jaudon has
been training with the FT Family for 11 weeks. Like most people these
days, Jaudon’s work and personal schedule can get stressful and make it
difficult to eat healthy and exercise regularly. 
But her
40th birthday and upcoming wedding was motivation to be in the best
shape possible. “For the most part I have always been health conscious.
I try to be active and eat right. But my sweet tooth, work stress, and
time constraints gets in the way and make it difficult to workout
consistently. Plus, I recently turned 40 and have noticed that the
pounds pack on a lot quicker than they used to. And it takes longer to
drop a few pounds than it did when I was younger.”
Working with FT has put Jaudon back on track with her nutrition and
regular exercise. In addition to increased energy and consistent
workouts she’s motivated to do more on her own. “I have lost 10 pounds
and 2% body fat since starting with FT. My legs, thighs, and glutes are
more toned and I definitely have gained strength in my arms. My
workouts also help curb my appetite.” Jaudon has also seen significant
improvements in her cardiovascular endurance, flexibility, and overall
strength.
“I like being able to show up to my appointment and not having to think
about my workout routine. They take care of everything.” That’s the
leverage our fitness trainers provide. The results are practically
turn-key. “Fitness Together is also very flexible with my schedule and
they work to get me in. I have the confidence that I will be weight
training at least twice a week. In the past I was unable to remain
consistent.”
Jaudon has a great attitude and can be a great example to follow.
“Stick with it and do not give up! It will work if you follow the
program. If you have a slip, forgive yourself and get right back on
track. If you are trying to lose weight, you did not gain the weight
overnight. So you can’t expect to lose it overnight. Persistence,
patience and a positive attitude are key.” I love it! Jaudon’s 3 P’s
are great advice. Advice you should heed if you’re looking to lose
weight and get in shape.
Congratulations on your progress Jaudon! Keep up the great work! Will you be our next FT SuperClient of the Month!?
SuperClient of the Month
SUCCESS STORY!
“It’s like recess for grown ups. It’s
hard work, but it’s fun!”
Lindy Wilhelm is our SuperClient of the Month.
Lindy has been training with the FT Family since May of last year. She
is a hard working and committed individual. She never misses her
workouts. She is extremely disciplined with her nutrition. She has a
desire to understand what she’s eating, why she’s eating it, and when
to eat it. She puts a high priority are her health, fitness, and well
being. Lindy should be a model for everyone. “I was a dedicated ‘gym
rat’ and runner for many years. But I was going nowhere. I had
neglected to develop a regular weight training program into my routine.
And now with FT I have an integrated approach.”
Since Lindy has rounded her program out to include the core components
of weight training, cardio training and nutrition, she has seen
wonderful progress. And more importantly, she has unlocked her
potential! “I have confidence that I can achieve my goals. I’ve
conquered moves I never thought I would have been able to do.” Lindy
has also become fit and firm. She’s lost 6 pounds and added definition
to her arms, and improved her balance. .
“This program is very user friendly. All that is required of the
trainee is to follow instruction. FT sessions are a bit like recess for
grown-ups. It’s hard work, but it’s fun! It’s truly amazing. I look
forward to my sessions and now I’m training 4 times per week!” As I
mentioned Lindy is a hard working and committed individual. But she’s
like everyone else, a professional with a busy life and her fair share
of stress. Which is part of the reason why she comes to FT. “My Fitness
Together sessions allow me a scheduled break from my work routine.
There’s nothing like a good endorphin high after a day of work! I am so
impressed with my results and the quality of the Fitness Together
program that I got my husband to join!” Thanks Lindy!
Congratulations on your progress
Lindy! Keep up the great work!
Will you be our next FT SuperClient of the Month!?
SuperClient of the Month
SUCCESS STORY!
JUST “Do It!”
Patti Kelley is our SuperClient of the Month. You won’t
believe the gains she’s made! Read on to find out...
Patti started training with the FT family at the very beginning of January. She had made the decision to do something with her health and fitness in December when we first talked, but there was too much going on in her life. So when that settled down, she was ready to go! She’ll tell you her life before FT was “Boring.” But I will beg to differ. Between work and family she’s got a lot going on. But none of that is as exciting as her grandchildren. One of which is just learning how to swim...in warmer weather of course!
Since starting with FT Patti has seen significant weight loss and fat loss results. “I really feel up and ready to since starting my workouts and following your nutrition plan. It keeps me going throughout the day and makes life better!” In the first 4 weeks Patti dropped 9 pounds and her body fat decreased by 3.5%! Her commitment and determination is paying off.
What advice does Patti have for those wanting to lose weight, get in shape, increase energy, and tone up… “Do It!” Nuff said.
Congratulations on your progress Patti!
Keep up the great work!
Will you be our next FT SuperClient of the Month!?
SuperClient of the Month
SUCCESS STORY!
Skeptics Beware… “This Time I’m Doing It!”
Cindy Ginsburg is our SuperClient of the Month. She has made
positive changes in her life and because of it, significant gains. 
Cindy began training with the FT family two months ago. Prior to beginning her 3 workouts a week, she was living life on the ‘hamster wheel’ and couldn’t break loose. “I always seemed to be tired during the day, but I couldn’t sleep through the night. My clothes didn’t fit and I was having to purchase larger sizes. I would grab food on the go and that meant consuming a lot of fast foods and carbohydrates.”
Enter fitness and nutrition. Cindy is on the road to transforming her life. “I have more energy during the day and I sleep better at night, especially on the days that I work out. With eating at frequent intervals through out the day, I don’t find myself feeling hungry as much and have stopped binge eating. I am making a conscious effort to choose the right foods and planning my meals/snacks. My clothes are fitting looser. I arrange my weekly schedule around my workout/training times rather then squeezing in exercise when I ‘have the time’.”
Cindy appreciates working out where she is known. “I train in Ladue where I am known by name. Tim, Apryl, Nick, Josh, Lori and Jake are great.” The atmosphere and concept really appealed to Cindy. “I really enjoy working one on one with a trainer and the encouragement that I receive during each workout really helps to keep me motivated.”
Cindy has increased her energy levels, lost eleven pounds in addition to building muscular strength. She has dropped her body fat by 2% and lost 6” overall. “I no longer dread sweating!”
Cindy’s has tried losing weight before. “This time I’m doing it and I have FT to thank. A program that incorporates exercise and nutrition is helping me achieve my goals and I am confident that I will continue to have success. It will work for you too. Work with a trainer and you will see results.”
Congratulations on your progress Cindy!
Keep up the great work!
Will you be our next FT SuperClient of the Month!?
SuperClient of the Month
SUCCESS STORY!
Uncle Joe Chudy is our SuperClient of the Month. Yes! That’s
my Great Uncle pictured and no, him winning our SuperClient of the
Month was not biased.:)
What results has Uncle Joe seen since beginning his fitness program. I’m highlighting just one number...his age! He’s One Hundred AND TWO Years old! Can you believe that?!
If you’ve been apart of the FT family for awhile, you’ll remember me highlighting him in previous newsletters. And to be honest, I won’t stop. He’s that inspiring to me and the way he has lived his life (especially with his health and fitness) merits recognition. Any way you look at, you’ve got to be doing something right to get in to the triple digits.
Can you picture a 100 year old person? Do you have a picture in your head? Well throw it out. Because Uncle Joe’s not a ‘typical’ 101 year old guy. He’s not sick. He’s not in a home of any kind, well, except the one he’s owned and lived in for 35 years. He’s not immobilized or hindered in any way (they took his driver’s license away when he was 96 and he got pissed!). He takes 1 pill for his equilibrium. But his blood pressure is low, his cholesterol is in check, and his body metabolizes at speeds a 20 year old would be jealous of. He’s never been overweight. He’s as healthy as a horse.
So what’s his secret?
“Keep busy and stay active.” That was his answer to over 70 people at his 100th Bday party. Let me explain to you what that means. Uncle Joe lives in St. Clair, MI about 1-1/2 hours north of Detroit. It gets cold up there. That doesn’t stop him from keeping busy and keeping active. When it’s too cold or snowy outside, he’ll go to his basement and walk laps… in the basement! No treadmill needed. No state-of-the-art equipment. Just laps in the basement.
That’s Commitment!
His secret is simple, keep busy and stay active. And do it with commitment. And that should be the theme for all our lives. Making a commitment is THE way to live. Anything else… any other way… is no way to live.
Congratulations on being our
SuperClient of the Month Uncle Joe!
Will you be our next FT SuperClient of the Month!?
SuperClient of the Month
SUCCESS STORY!
“It’s a Marathon...Not a Sprint”
Meg Smith is our SuperClient of the Month. She has made the
lifestyle decision to get fit and healthy and she is well on her way. 
Meg began training with the FT family in February. Meg did not have any sort of plan in place and usually started the day on the wrong foot. “I used to wake up in the morning and the first thing I did was think about food.” As Meg knows, it’s not the best way towards success.
And then she began training at Fitness Together. “Now I wake
up in the morning and the first thing I do is stretch sore muscles!”:)
There are two reasons that Meg enjoys her program at Fitness Together.
1. Accountability: “I know someone is waiting for me when I have a
training session scheduled. That gets me in the door.” 2. Privacy:
“Working one-on-one is good for me because I don’t compare with myself.
Plus the trainers make me feel good about my fitness level. I leave
every session feeling good about my effort to improve my fitness.”
What results has Meg experienced? “My clothes fit better, I sleep better, I’m stronger, and I’m nicer to be around - endorphins are a good thing!” Meg has lost 14 pounds, lost 5% body fat, and lost 9 inches overall. We’re happy to report she won’t find them ever again!
As I mentioned Meg decided to make a lifestyle change. “I look at this fitness journey as a marathon—it is not a sprint. Sometimes I just have to grit my teeth and DO IT, make good choices, get in the car and show up...and trust that it will continue to work!”
Congratulations on your progress Meg! Keep up the great work! Will you be our next FT SuperClient of the Month!?
SuperClient of the Month
SUCCESS STORY!
“I Walk with a Renewed Sense of Confidence!”
Liz Yount is our SuperClient of the Month. Liz has made
significant strides in her health and fitness since she began training
last November. 
Life always seemed really busy for Liz - 3 kids and a fulltime job. Liz
lost a lot of weight 5 years ago, but over the last year as stress from
her job mounted, she began to gain weight. “I could feel the pounds
going back on.” Liz first turned to food control, but it just wasn’t
working. “I also felt like I had lost a lot of muscle mass and was not
at all happy with the way my body looked.”
Enter Fitness Together. Liz had some physical limitations so she knew choosing a workout program to follow was important. Since training with FT her life has not been any less busy. But exercise and proper nutrition are now a priority for her. “I know my energy level is up, and I truly believe that this keeps the stress in balance. I can tell I am in better shape and my clothes are starting to fit again. I was convinced I could not do one more rep, but my trainer pushed because he believed in me, and ultimately gave me strength to believe in myself. This means more than anything!”
Liz always judged success by the scale. She has now learned it’s more about the inches, cardio, and strength and the pounds will follow. “Now, the inches are melting away, my body fat % is down, and my weight is decreasing. I am feeling better about how I look, how my clothes fit, and have an increased energy level. I walk with a renewed sense of confidence.” Awesome!
Liz’s advice for those just beginning a program or struggling
with results: “Just do it!!” (I can’t tell you how many times I’ve
heard that advice to others) “I know it’s hard to get started. I
remember the first time I trained my legs hurt so bad I could barely
walk up my front steps. I was sure my legs were going to give out, my
arms were going to fall off and that I was going to throw up. But
eventually it got a little easier. I got a little better. And then I
could start to see results. I have to remind myself that I did not put
on the weight or get out of shape in a week and it’s going to take some
time to get back to where I want to be.”
Liz said to me early on, “I want to be one of your success stories
Tim.”
Congratulations Liz. You are a true
success and inspiration to all.
Will you be our next FT SuperClient of the Month!?
SuperClient of the Month
SUCCESS STORY!
He’s ...“like that Subway guy”
I decided to print Tom’s responses directly from the
questionnaire. Tom is making MONUMENTAL shifts in his life right now.
And he’ll be the first to tell you it wasn’t easy starting out. But
each day gets easier and better. Especially when you see what his kids
say to him. Read on...
How long have you been working out at FT?
I started my heath and fitness program at FT 8 weeks ago, working out 3
times a week.
What was your life like before FT?
Before FT, my heath and fitness was not a priority in my life. I did
not exercise. I smoked cigarettes. I ate fast food on a regular basis.
I always skipped breakfast and sometimes lunch. I suffered from high
blood pressure. I found myself gradually gaining weight but did nothing
to stop it. Every six months my doctor would lecture me to quit
smoking, eat healthier food and lose weight until finally he warned me
that I was border-line diabetic. So, I stop smoking over 21 months ago
but did nothing in the form of exercise. As most people who quit
smoking do, I began to gain weight. My pant waist size grew over four
inches to the point where, continued unabated, I would be forced to
shop at the Big & Tall Shop (emphasis on Big) just to find
pants that fit. It was then I realized I needed to do something but I
was not sure exactly what. Eating healthier and exercise were the
obvious solutions but I really had no idea where to begin.
I knew that big gyms and fitness centers were not for me. I also knew I
would not push myself without the help of a trainer. Then I discovered
Fitness Together.
What is you life like after starting your program at FT?
Aside from exercising three days a week at FT, the biggest change in my
life has been around what I eat and when I eat. The five meals-a-day
approach was much easier to adopt than I thought. I am eating less than
I used to but do not ever feel hungry or get cravings. I have cut out
junk food and fast food entirely and have even lost my desire for
coffee or soda to get me going in the morning. I have more energy,
strength and stamina. I feel better, calmer and less stressed than I
have in years. There is nothing like a good set of lunges to eliminate
stress and tension!
What do you like best about FT?
What I like best about FT is the personal attention I get from the
entire staff and the one-on-one training sessions. I really enjoy the
privacy of my work-outs. The entire staff at FT is not only friendly
but very supportive. I have an individual plan and my results are
tracked against personal goals. The individual attention and privacy of
the fitness sessions is what sets FT apart from other larger fitness
centers.
What results have you seen with your health and fitness
program?
I have been truly amazed by the results I have seen in such a short
period and how quickly the human body will recover from years of
neglect. In my first four weeks, I lost 8.5 pounds but more
importantly, I lost a combined total of 5.5 inches off my chest,
stomach and waist. My cardiovascular endurance has greatly improved. At
six weeks I visited my doctor for my six month check up. Much to his
and my surprise, I had lost over 12 pounds and my blood pressure was
the lowest it had been in 10 years. My pants are nearly falling off me
and I have even begun comfortably wearing pants with a waist size 2
inches smaller.
What would you say to other people struggling to get results
or starting a program?
First, there is no time like the present to start a program and nothing
more important than your health. It is the best investment in time and
money that you can make. Second, it is not simply about going to the
gym or exercising. It is really about making a fundamental lifestyle
change that includes what you eat and, how you eat. I would strongly
recommend using a personal trainer, not only to teach you the proper
way to exercise but also one who includes a nutritional plan to
complement your exercise program. Finally, it takes a commitment to
exercise on a regular basis. Try to find a time that fits into your
schedule. For me, that meant early in the mornings before work since I
would only be conflicting with sleep.
Is there anything about your family, career or other area in
your life you would like us to know?
I am a single Dad with three children. There is nothing more important
to me in life than my children. So, it was important to me that they
understood and supported the change I was trying to make in my life.
After all, I was doing this as much for them as for myself. I took the
time to educate them on my nutrition plan, what I was eating, why I was
eating it, as well as what I was no longer going to eat and why. Their
support and understanding has made a huge difference in my success.
They do not ask how my “diet” is going. They ask how my “lifestyle
change” is going. I am even happy to say that they have become more
conscious of their own nutrition in the process. The other day when I
was showing them how loose my pants had become, my son told me I was
“like that Subway guy.” I couldn’t ask for a nicer compliment and I
could not have done it without the support of everyone at FT.
Make no mistake about it, YOU have the power to make this type of change in YOUR life. As Tom said, “there is no time like the present to start a program and nothing more important than your health.” Every month I show you clients that have not only made significant strides with their health, fitness, nutrition, and weight loss goals. But also those that can motivate and inspire you. From tired, overweight and overworked smoker to Fit, Healthy, and Happy Dad!
Congratulations Tom! Will you be our next FT SuperClient of the Month!?
SuperClient of the Month
SUCCESS STORY!
“My Coworkers Tell Me I Have More Energy, I’m trimmer, And Happier!”
Tom Herman is a busy guy. His days are spent at Children’s Hospital as a Radiologist. Then home to his wife and four kids. You can imagine his schedule is jammed. He swam for exercise, but with his schedule, it became infrequent. His weight and pant size had been rising over the years and in addition to his back pain, he began to limp because of knee pain. Then he heard about FT. But it was interesting how he heard about me. Tom attends Assumption Ukrainian Church and is 100% Ukrainian, which isn’t too far from Slovakia, my heritage (I’m a 2nd generation Slovak) After coming across my last name...Chudy... Tom knew he needed more information.
Why would Tom want more information just from seeing my last
name? 
Well, he quickly noticed the translation of my surname... ‘Thin’. “I knew that Mr. Chudy was the one to help me (Mr. Thin)!”
Tom has been training at FT for 2 months. And he is quickly and completely changing his life. “I’ve lost weight and my clothes fit better. I no longer limp and I don’t wake up with back pain. Although the workouts are exhausting, I have more energy throughout the day. And I’m getting compliments from friends and coworkers!” Tom has lost over 10 pounds to date. He’s dropped his waist size by 2 inches and his body fat is down 3%. His flexibility has gone through the roof, improving by 7 inches!
“Fitness Together gives encouragement and personal
involvement. These are wonderful people to work with. I know
Jonathan & Andrew will push me but never with mocking or
derision. Just patience and encouragement. Mr. Chudy has hired the best
trainers: worth the price or more. I urge you to give FT a try. This
program combines diet, exercise, and supplementation, all with personal
supervision and attention.”
Congratulations on your progress Tom! Keep up the great work! Will you be our next FT SuperClient of the Month!?
SuperClient of the Month
SUCCESS STORY!
Fitness
Together’s 2008 Biggest Loser Challenge Winnner
Mark Scheperle
Congratulations to Dr. Mark Scheperle for winning our 2008
Biggest Loser Challenge. Mark lost 10% of his weight totaling 27 pounds
in 8 weeks! 
We sat Mark down for a quick post-challenge interview. You can see it here. But I want to make a few VERY important points about Mark’s comments.
Among others he gives 3 keys to success to anyone who is
struggling with their nutrition program:
1. Consistency 2. Moderation 3. Preparation
It’s very good advice. And Mark has proven it true.
Numero Uno: you must have a consistent nutrition plan. Doing ‘this’ one day and ‘that’ the other day will put you on a slippery slope to nowhere. A consistent plan of attack is needed.
Numero Dos: moderate. Moderation is so important. No one, even me, wants to eat chicken, fish, and broccoli for the rest of their lives. There needs to be room for birthday cake, pizza, or some other type of ‘junk’ food. This does not mean birthday cake every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday is moderate and ok to do. But it does mean not going crazy. If you hold out on some of your favorite foods, you’ll be more inclined to splurge and go overboard. Give yourself a treat once a week.
And last is preparation. Mark says to have healthy snacks readily available. This is why our clients use bars and shakes. They are a turn-key solution for snacks and meals on the go. If you are not prepared with something in your purse, at your desk, in your car, then you’ll be in the drive through lane at the next traffic light. The more prepared you are, the less likely you are to fall off the wagon.
Congratulations on your progress Mark! Keep up the great work! Will you be our next FT SuperClient of the Month!?
SuperClient of the Month
SUCCESS STORY!
“All the way around I’m faster, stronger, thinner, and have more endurance. I’m thrilled!”
Dianne Sehie is our SuperClient of the Month. Dianne is rock’n
and rollin since she started training two months ago. Before she began
her training program Dianne never scheduled time for exercise. 
“I thought I was active enough just gardening, keeping house, going to work, and talking a walk every once and a while. I never considered myself a sedentary adult because I was always busy. Now I see that busy doesn't mean active at all.”
Dianne is still doing all the busy things. But she also does active things. “I make time in my schedule to meet with my trainer, and to do my cardio workouts. I find time to do things because I have made it a priority, and it really isn’t that difficult to find the time.”
And making it a priority is paying off. Dianne has lost 15 pounds and feeling strong. “At work I take the stairs instead of the elevator, and I don’t huff and puff. I can actually see muscle definition in my arms and legs! My clothes are loose and more comfortable and in some cases too big to wear. I have a 10 year old black skirt in my closet that I love and haven’t been able to wear for 5 years. I can now put it on and it looks good! I can actually do pushups and getting up and down from a sitting position is a snap (Remember, I’m 57, and no spring chicken:-)”
Dianne enjoys the ’push’ from the trainers. “I know from the past when I have done exercise programs on my own, I would stop when things got hard. Now, my trainer keeps pushing me to improve.” She also likes that someone who knows what they are doing is designing a program to meet her goals. “Although I know many of the exercises, and how to do them, I don’t know when, why, and how intensely to do them.” She also appreciates the food plan being customizable to her likes and dislikes. And that it’s doable. Best of all, “I never feel hungry.”
Dianne, who is a former elementary teacher turned college professor, gives this advice to those that may be struggling: “Listen to your trainer, follow your food plan, and do your cardio. Push yourself and don’t give up!”
Congratulations Dianne! You’re reaping
the rewards of your hard work and commitment.
Will you be our next FT SuperClient of the Month!?
SuperClient of the Month
SUCCESS STORY!
“My strength has increased, stamina has improved, energy level is up, weight is down, body fat percentage is down...need I go on?!”
Tom Welch is our SuperClient of the Month. In the 6 weeks Tom
has been training he’s reached warp speed and is not slowing down. And
if you think you don’t have time, I’d put my bottom dollar on Tom’s
schedule against anyone’s on any day of the week. 
“The one-on-one personal training pushes me to an intensity level I would not achieve on my own. In addition, FT accomplishes this in 45 minutes versus the two hours it would take me if I were on my own. And who has two hours to spare during the day?” I assure you Tom does not.
Tom has seen increases in his health and fitness all across the board. He is a master at implementing and does it with commitment and dedication. At his four week assessment Tom lost 6 lbs., lowered body fat by 2% and 3 inches off his waist!
“My strength has increased, stamina has improved, energy level is up, weight is down, body fat percentage down...need I go on?” No Tom, you don’t. Great job!
Like I said Tom has a busy schedule. “With my challenging professional position and seven children, time is a scarce resource. FT gives me the opportunity to spend a reasonable amount of quality time on my physical health so I can in turn spend a lot of that quality time where it matters most with the energy and enthusiasm needed.” Tom articulates what I’ve been preaching for years. You don’t lose time by starting a health and fitness program. In fact, you gain more. because you have the “energy and enthusiasm” needed to be more productive, proactive, and passionate about your life.
Tom is a role model for every hard working professional juggling multiple responsibilities in your life. It can be done. It can also be done while looking AND feeling fantastic!
Congratulations on your progress Tom! Keep up the great work! Will you be our next FT SuperClient of the Month!?
SuperClient of the Month
SUCCESS STORY!
“I Have Never Been In This Good Of Shape My Whole Life!”
Jim Webster is our SuperClient of the Month. Jim started
working out at FT at the end of May. He’s been working out three days a
week without fail since starting his program. Jim is committed as they
come. If you read our blog you’ve seen his picture to prove it.
Forgetting his workout clothes did not stop him from his workout. He
pushed just as hard...in his work clothes!
“Before FT I did not exercise and I paid very little attention to nutrition. I usually did not eat breakfast. My meals were lunch and dinner which resulted in my energy levels bouncing around during the day. I would often feel too tired to do things I wanted to do and my gut kept getting bigger in the mirror.”
Jim’s endurance has improved dramatically. “I used to become winded after minimal exertion. I can now do many things without getting winded or if I do become winded, I recover quickly.” And his body is transforming too. ”I have lost 10-15 pounds, much of it around the waist. I have dropped to a smaller waist size for my pants which is great!” And it doesn’t stop there. Increased endurance, decreased body fat, and increased muscle tone and strength. “...my arms, shoulders, abdomen, and legs has increased significantly. I have never been in this good of shape my whole life!”
The one-on-one factor kept him motivated and on the right track for success. But for Jim, like so many, the hardest part was getting started. “I wish I would have started years ago. I am proud of myself that I finally just did it. I made the initial call, signed up, and got started!” Jim got started. And now can’t stop!
Congratulations on your progress Jim! Keep up the great work! Will you be our next FT SuperClient of the Month!?
SuperClient of the Month
SUCCESS STORY!
Hey Tim!
I am emailing you to thank you and your staff for helping me get back
on track with my life! I remember in August I sat in your office and I
was hesitant about investing money for personal training. You asked me
what my fear was and I explained to you I might fail. I didn't want to
spend money on something and then give up after 3 months. Now 4 months
have passed and I am still holding strong! As you know, the first 2
months I was very successful. The third month I was sad because I
gained 2.5 pounds. However, I kept with it and this month I lost the 2
I gained and a couple more pounds.
I know it is not just about the pounds. I realize a lot is about how
working out makes you feel. Today I discovered that I am capable of
continuing this journey on my own. Although it is much easier and
motivating with a trainer by your side! This morning I got up at 5 and
went to the gym to take a boot camp class. I know I have to do
something to keep me going, because I only train 2 days a week now.
When I arrived at the gym, the class was canceled! The thought of
turning around and going home crossed my mind. However, that was the
old me. I would have left or taken the easy way out and walked for 20
minutes. Instead, I went upstairs and started to warm up. The next
thing I knew I was doing lunges with medicine balls and squats with
free weights. I kept asking myself what would my trainer have me work
next? I created my own workout and I kept myself motivated. I heard my
trainers voices saying if you can't motivate yourself who can. I left
the gym feeling ecstatic! Most importantly. I felt proud of myself and
my accomplishments so far!
Anyway, I wanted to share my story with you. If you wouldn't have in
the first meeting asked me my fear I would probably never have joined
Fitness Together. When I went home that night I told myself I needed to
stop being afraid of failing or even being successful. I feel that I
really need to say thanks to you and your staff. The trainers have
helped keep me on track and so far it has been a positive experience. I
am so glad I decided to make the investment in myself!
Sincerely,
Courtneay Fletcher
Congratulations Courtneay! Keep up the great work! Will you be our next FT SuperClient of the Month!?
SuperClient of the Month
SUCCESS STORY!
“I’ve lost 10 Pounds! I feel better and
am starting to look better too.”
Tracey Hardgrove is our SuperClient of the Month. Tracey
joined the FT Family in November. Tracey’s story is one of commitment
and success. Even for someone that was “hopeless”.
Before starting her training
program at Fitness Together, Tracey was...let’s just say busy with
life. Both personally and professionally. That led to a lack of health
and fitness. “I was lazy. I have hypo-thyroid and had no energy. I felt
the cause was truly hopeless.”
But ever since her start she hasn’t missed a workout. She’s never been
late to a workout! She is committed to getting her health AND her body
back. And she’ on her way. “I have more energy and am starting to
believe that there is hope after all. I’ve lost 10 pounds. I can tell
that my arms and thighs are much more toned. Even my back seems more
toned. I feel better and am starting to look better too.” And that she
does.
Tracey loves the trainers. “They always have my best interests at heart
and they keep me motivated—both day to day and long term. Thanks Nate
& Nick:)”
If you’re struggling with getting health and fitness results, starting
or re-starting a fitness program, or just feel “hopeless”, take
Tracey’s advice “I would (and have) recommended Fitness Together.” So
don’t take it from me. But take that advice from the committed and
successful—Tracey Hardgrove.
Congratulations on your progress Tracey! Keep up the great work! Are you ready to be our next FT SuperClient!?
Dear FT Team,
I can’t even express adequately the difference within me and the results outside of me, as a result of joining your program at Fitness Together. I never thought I could regain the physical and mental changes that I have.
From couch potato (literally) to working your program. I realized that I was not only toning and developing muscular strength, but that I was also opening my mind to possibilities.
Your guidance, positive support and encouragement on a one-to-one basis is very empowering. Needless to say, Amber was great to work with and helped make the difference.
In the past three months I lost 23 pounds and took 3-4 inches off my waist, hips, and shoulders. That achievement in itself is nothing less than AWESOME!!
Ya done good!! Thanks for everything.
De Cernicek
Dear Tim,
I started working with my trainer, Amber, almost 5 months ago. I made the decision to do something about my strength and body image about 3 months before I actually signed up with Fitness Together. Even though I knew that exercise was beneficial to overall health and weight management, I had NO idea that I could literally change my body and physical ability this much in such a short period of time. The work out technique that Fitness Together uses is extraordinarily effective – getting maximum results in terms of strength, muscle tone, and flexibility. Amber seems to know “exactly” what my body can and cannot do. She is clever at moving me along the improvement curve in a way that I don’t even know it’s happening. For example, when I started my training routine, I could NOT do a “lunge”. To my amazement, I am now doing all kinds of lunges.
The best thing about Fitness Together for me, of course, are the RESULTS; however, I also really appreciate the fact that I can work out with any of the other trainers in a seamless manner. They are all EXCELLENT and I have the confidence that my training and workouts will be effective, no matter “who” is doing them.
When I think of my physical condition 5 months ago compared to now, I am thrilled that I did not let my age (51) discourage me from starting an exercise routine. I feel better and look better than I have in a very long time. THANK YOU Amber, Maurice and Tim!!!!
Jan Hess
I joined Fitness Together about a month after I found out I was pregnant with my second child. Prior to joining I had always worked out on my own. Unfortunately, with a hectic work schedule and a 4 year old, my workouts were occurring about four times a month. I knew being pregnant at my age, it wasn’t going to be easy to shed the pounds and inches that comes with being pregnant, especially if you’re not doing any type of exercise along the way.
Fitness Together put me on a safe workout program and monitored my heart rate along the way to make sure no harm would come to my baby. My flexibility improved and my weight gain was at a healthy level. I felt great during my entire pregnancy and had a very easy delivery. I was back working out at FT 3 weeks after delivery at the same level of intensity I had worked out during my pregnancy.
At 5 weeks post-partum it was time to get serious. We stepped my workout up to a “normal” level of intensity and my husband and I started on a nutritional program with Seattle Sutton. I had about 10 pounds left to lose and I needed to increase my energy level, especially since I had gone back to work and I was still getting up for 2:00 a.m. feedings.
The Seattle Sutton nutritional program is awesome. I steadily lost weight, I feel great and for the past 9 weeks I haven’t received the dreaded phone call on my way home from work from husband asking me “So, what’s for dinner?”
The combination of Fitness Together and Seattle Sutton, at 14 weeks post-partum, has brought me 3 pounds and just a few inches from my goal. I have lowered my body fat percentage, improved my flexibility, I’m eating healthy and feeling great and I have yet to tire from hearing “Wow, you just had a baby”?
Liz Cobb
Before becoming a client at Fitness Together, I never stayed with an exercise program longer than a few weeks. I joined several “health clubs” over the years yet rarely showed up to work out.
So why is it that 3 times a week for the past 12 weeks I have walked through the door at FT looking forward to my workout? Because the program and atmosphere at Fitness Together fill in the blanks that were missing in order for me to be successful at those other clubs. Maurice gives structure to my workout while keeping it challenging and fun. and having a regular appointment makes it easy to integrate time for exercise into my routine.
FT is the right place for me to work on my fitness goals. At age 47 I am enjoying a regular dynamic exercise program for the first time in my life, doing more than I knew I could, and feeling great.
Nancee Compton
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