Lose Weight The Healthy Way

I want to start off by saying there is no magic pill, protein shake, or workout regime that is going to give you any long-term results. The most crucial part of taking the weight off is diet. You have probably heard that before, so let me say it again - DIET IS KEY. I have been on so many diets in my life from no/low-carb, to having meals delivered to my door. Of course they are strict and if you stick to them they all work, but they’re very hard to sustain. Steph’s plan is nothing like any of these. It literally is a lifestyle. I realized that because I have been yo-yoing all my life and have allowed myself to gain and lose massive amounts of weight, I have to be careful with what I eat most of the time. I have to think about what goes into my body and I have to exercise regularly to reach my goals and just as importantly, maintain the lifestyle when I do. The best part is that I didn’t even have to give up pizza or chocolate!! If you’ve ever been referred to a traditional nutritionist, you were probably handed a Canadian Food Guide and sent on your way. Steph doesn’t work that way. She is there for you every step of the way.

After having my baby, I was having an extremely hard time focusing on losing the pregnancy weight. I started looking at pre pregnancy photos and getting sad that I didn’t look the way I used to. Steph knew I was frustrated and immediately took me under her wing. She helps me tweak my eating habits to more nutritious options. I don’t have to count calories and there’s virtually no measuring. She motivates me every day to keep going. Her advice on the foods I should and shouldn’t be consuming is very helpful and I’m learning so much about food as I go. I was painfully surprised how horrible my diet was when I started recording what I consume and was given a dose of reality.

I have been on this journey since January, but allowing school and life in general get in the way, I wasn’t always sticking to my plan. Because I’m going at my own pace, I have been consistently losing or maintaining, so I know the weight that has come off is going to stay off. I have lost 23 lbs. and approximately 18”. These are permanent results! I am extremely happy with the way Steph has guided me and inspired me. Losing weight is a process and a learning curve. There’s no quick fix that lasts. This is something that if you really want it, you have to work at it and focus. I’m still on my weight loss journey and I know that I will reach my goals. I also know that Steph will be here to help me every step of    the way :) I can promise you this…you won’t be disappointed if you work with Steph!

Brigid, Age 34

Have You Hit A Plateau? Learn How To Keep Things Moving

In July 2016 after a year of being on a weight loss plateau, my trainer at Dynafit recommended I try working with Steph at Thrive Health and Wellness. The timing was perfect. I was at my wits' end trying to figure out what else to adjust in my diet. Steph met with me to discuss my concerns with an online nutrition program and to get an idea of what my goals were, my likes, dislikes and nutritional knowledge. Steph provided me comprehensive questionnaire and asked me to commit to daily food logs, weekly weigh-ins and general communication. When Steph reviewed the questionnaire, she provided me a starting point and from that point to the last day of the program she would either provide on the spot recommendations, encouragement for good choices or suggestions about what to try in the future. When I hit a wall during the program and my weight didn't move, she recommended some minor adjustments and her insight paid off. 

In July 2016 after a year of being on a weight loss plateau, my trainer at Dynafit recommended I try working with Steph at Thrive Health and Wellness. The timing was perfect. I was at my wits' end trying to figure out what else to adjust in my diet. Steph met with me to discuss my concerns with an online nutrition program and to get an idea of what my goals were, my likes, dislikes and nutritional knowledge. Steph provided me comprehensive questionnaire and asked me to commit to daily food logs, weekly weigh-ins and general communication. When Steph reviewed the questionnaire, she provided me a starting point and from that point to the last day of the program she would either provide on the spot recommendations, encouragement for good choices or suggestions about what to try in the future. When I hit a wall during the program and my weight didn't move, she recommended some minor adjustments and her insight paid off. 

As a person over the age of 50, with some chronic injuries to work around boosting my activities at the gym is not an easy alternative. Steph respected, understood and worked with me and my physical and metabolic realities. Steph helped me re-evaluate some long held beliefs about some foods and gave me a lot of cooking tips and recipes to work with so I can continue the plan into the future. I know that if I get stuck on another plateau I can reach out to Steph and we can do another session and she will always be there to answer any questions.

I am committed to a stable healthy weight. I have yo-yo dieted in the past and the hardest thing ever was to acknowledge that past and decide that I am not a yo-yo and to take ownership and get the expert help I needed to move ahead with my weight loss plan. In the 12 weeks that I worked with Steph, I lost a total of 12 pounds and 6 inches! Although the number on the scale doesn’t reflect a big weight loss, my body has completely changed and I feel fantastic!

Loretta, Age 54

Eat Healthy, Lose Weight, Improve Your Energy Levels & Boost Your Mood

Midpoint:

So for the longest time I was feeling ugh about myself. I thought that I was eating relatively healthy & I'm constantly active with what I do for a living. So I was stuck in this mindset that since I am so active, I could snack on chips & licorice whenever I wanted to because I would just burn it off later. Um, no. Wrong mindset. My clothes were starting to fit snuggly & I was starting to lack in energy. Just felt blah. I talked to a good friend of mine & she recommended that I contact Steph. So I did. And she is amazing! It's only been 5 weeks & I feel so good... different... energized... happy! Fitting into clothes that I haven't been able to wear in almost 2 years!! Steph helped to tweak my eating habits... taught me portion control... and most of all taught me that it's ok to treat yourself... live your life... in moderation. She has talked me off the junk food ledge a few times! She is always available when I need her. Thanks for giving me my life back Steph!

Final:

So, I have been trying to lose 10 lbs. for the longest time! Eating relatively healthy, I'm constantly moving in my job, and at home I'm chasing the dog or my boy... cutting the lawn... I don't sit still often... but the weight just wouldn't go & I was actually gaining. Oi. So frustrating. The harder I tried & obsessed about it, the worse it got. Until I was at my highest weight ever…and feeling awful. No energy. Not happy. I remember eating a bag of chips one day for lunch, seriously…the whole thing. I had hit rock bottom. I started researching these different weight loss programs & knowing flat out, that it would just be a temporary fix. Then I came across testimonials from people that I knew, who had worked with Steph. It was 10pm on a Sunday night & I thought now or never, I needed to do something. So I emailed Steph & immediately heard back from her. She assessed me & started working on a plan right away. It was crazy. Just like that. Here we go. It's been 11 weeks & I have dropped 4 pant sizes & have lost 16 pounds. And it was all about what I was eating & my portions... and water! I was neglectful in my water intake for sure!! There were days where I'm sure I was only drinking 4-5 cups a day... not good! Now I'm drinking 10-12 cups. I feel ah-mazing! Energized. Happy. Steph was always there when I needed her... questions about last minute dinner plans; she would research the menu & let me know my options. Or grabbing groceries & wanting to try new things, Steph would message me back right away. Right from day 1, she referred to this as a lifestyle change not a diet. And that's exactly what it is. It almost feels like starting over with food... like when you're a kid and you try new things. It's so easy to get stuck in a rut eating things that aren't so great for you but you do it because life is busy & that just works for you. But you deserve better. You deserve to feel good & be happy. If you're sick & tired of feeling meh, I highly recommend contacting Steph... It's one of the best things I've ever done for myself.

Tash, Age 38

Eat Well To Improve Your Athletic Performance

On May 9th, 2016 I began my lifestyle change. After finishing my freshman year at UOIT, which included me playing for the women's hockey team, I decided to change my lifestyle for the betterment of my body & overall health. As a result, I decided to work a nutritionist & lifestyle coach. This person would be Steph Metzger, the owner of Thrive Health & Wellness. At my heaviest weight I was 174 pounds. I was constantly eating fried foods, larger portions than necessary & other unhealthy foods while living in dorms. 

Once I was home, I started by telling Steph many details about myself & eating habits, which included what I would eat and wouldn't eat. Steph worked around this and gave me great suggestions. She helped me select foods that were healthier choices when grocery shopping or when eating at a restaurant. 

With the healthier food choices and the workouts assigned to me by the team’s trainer, the weight started to come off. I ended the summer at a weight of 152 pounds. Overall, my body feels better and I have a noticed improvements on the ice & off at teamwork outs. 

Steph was always very involved, supportive & helpful. She really did keep me motivated to continue with my program and has helped me change myself for the better. I strongly encourage any person wanting to make a lifestyle change to contact Steph, especially students that have to eat from a meal plan. Steph can help you to make better choices before the selections affect you like they did me.

Taylor, Age 20

Eating Well & Making Healthy Changes Can Be Easy

I always thought I was eating fairly healthy, but with Steph's help she showed me some easy tweaks and changes that really brought my weight loss goals closer to reality. I was able to take meals that I already enjoyed and tweak them to be something that was now a healthy version for both me and my family. 

I always believed if I went to the gym I didn't need to worry about eating, however this program showed me how important the nutrition side is. I have had several failed tries at going to the gym, and I have finally put both fitness and nutrition together.  I have lost over 20 pounds and feel much better with a lot more energy. 

Thank you to Steph for making this so easy and showing me how not to make this a diet, but a true lifestyle change.

Kevin, Age 30

Make A Healthy Change Together

Thank you to Steph for teaching us a better way to eat, life and thrive! Your daily support and encouragement, even after we completed the program is what makes your program so successful. We look and feel better now than we ever have. 

I have successfully dropped below the 170 mark thanks to Steph and I have lost a total of 25 pounds in the three months that we have worked together. More importantly than the number, I feel better mentally and this helps me with my day-to-day stress. It’s amazing how much easier the program gets the longer I stick with it.  I have been called a “Neanderthal” before so it’s only fitting that eating like one fits me so well!  If you can’t trace a food back to its origin, don’t eat it.  Thanks again for all your help and support.  Alisia and I really appreciate it.

Matt & Alisia, Age 32 & 34

Make Your Health A Priority - Eat Well & Stay Active

Over the last few years I had let a lot of my health and wellness priorities slip. After turning 30 in November and quitting smoking (again) in December I realized that enough was enough. I had constant upset stomachs, low energy and didn't enjoy going to the gym on the rare occasion that I did anymore.

I went to Steph in February to start on a 6 week program to get things back on track. Just even the initial assessment with Steph got the wheels turning.  Steph looked at every aspect of my diet, daily routine and general health then gave many detailed suggestions and feedback as well as helped set some realistic goals.

The first couple weeks were difficult for sure, but Steph's expert advice and constant encouragement definitely pushed me through them. I started seeing the pounds come off right away but more importantly I started to feel and sleep so much better after just a couple weeks.

Steph's daily contact was such a great motivator to make healthy choices and a reminder of why I chose to make this lifestyle change to begin with. With Steph's help I was able to find the foods that really triggered my upset stomachs and find ways to replace the cravings for those foods with healthy options with no adverse effects.

With all that energy back I was able to get back into a regular gym routine. For the first time in a very long time I am going consistently 5 or 6 times a week, building confidence, pushing limits and loving it.

Thank you so much Steph! I am excited to continue shattering new goals and making more progress. This is only the beginning!

I would definitely encourage anyone thinking about working with Steph to do so!

Vanessa, Age 30

On The Road Every Day For Work? Learn How To Eat Healthy & Stay On Track

I came to Stephanie 8 weeks ago, skeptical that nutrition would be the difference in weight loss for me.

As a sales rep on the road, driving a vehicle all day and taking clients out for lunches and dinners, I had gained a substantial amount of weight.

With the guidance of Stephanie on nutrition and through exercise, I have lost 20 lbs. in 8 weeks. I have developed better eating habits and feel great about myself. She even helped my wife and me choosing the proper foods in a grocery store one afternoon. That kind of service and personal touch is what makes Stephanie’s approach so special.

She gives you the confidence and the ability to believe in yourself by changing your eating habits and food choices. This knowledge on nutrition that I have gained from Stephanie will help me the rest of my life. I would definitely recommend Stephanie for a lifestyle change.

Everett, Age 54

Make A True Lifestyle Change & Reach Your Goals

I'm thrilled with my results, though small for some - they are big for me!  I've carried 3 kiddos, and I'm smaller now than before I had kids!

My weight/fitness has been up and down a lot over the past 8 childbearing years, but generally when I set my mind to losing weight I was successful. However it would never stay off. Over the past 2 years I really have been unable to stick to anything. Whether that be an exercise routine, or clean eating habits. My body liked to sit happily at a certain weight that's about 5-10lbs more than where I wanted it to be - and those of you that are close to your goal know how hard it gets to reach those last few pounds! I knew I needed some help in the form of direction & accountability. Enter Steph!

We began the 6 week nutrition program with me simply sending food logs to Steph every day, and her critiquing them. So using the foods my family and me were already eating - and tweaking them into a balanced meal. No bun here, add protein there, skip that, add this. I did not want a strict meal plan, guidelines or recipes - I needed it to be easy and that was not a problem at all for Steph.  The plan was to lose the unwanted weight (I'm almost at my goal!), and now I'm moving onto toning and maintaining! In the end I lost 5lbs in 6 weeks, which is a big deal for me!

I was never hungry (aside from busting some cheese & chocolate cravings in the first week!), I have more energy, my clothes fit me better, and I feel great. All from nutrition!  I know how to create a truly balanced meal, and I learned a boat load about portion control (read the serving size on the side of the box whaaaa?!). Right from the beginning exercise was optional and I'm not going to lie... I didn't exercise much! They say it's 90% food, 10% exercise right? This just goes to show that's a VERY true statement!  Thrilled with my results, and planning to keep chugging right along! Thanks Steph!

Kahley, Age 32

Stop The Roller Coaster - Learn To Lose Weight & Maintain It

THRIVE!!!!  EXACTLY WHAT I NEEDED!

I've always though that I was living a "somewhat" healthy lifestyle as I regularly workout and watch what I eat.   My weight has forever been a roller coaster.  Lose 5 pounds, gain 6, lose 4, etc. 

Steph taught me that even when you think you are making healthy choices, they might actually be hindering your weight loss goals. Portion control and frequency is a major part of the equation. 

In the grand scheme of things I never felt hungry or had cravings like I once did, as I was eating the proper food to fuel and satisfy my body.  I actually ate more and lost weight and inches!

Steph held me accountable and was my voice of reasoning at times when I felt that I had failed myself in making the right choices...’OK, so you ate ice cream, enjoyed it :)...tomorrow is a new day to get back on track...keep focused on your short and long-term goals.’ Over the 8 weeks that we worked together I have lost a total of 17 inches and 16 pounds!

Thank you Steph for your guidance and wisdom but for of all for helping my find this abundance of energy :) Forever grateful!

Jehn, Age 33

Working Out, Eating Well And Still Not Getting The Results You Want?

I heard about Stephanie’s program through a friend, and from seeing her amazing results I decided I’d give it a try. I had been going to the gym, and always thought that I was eating decent, but never seemed to lose weight.

Once starting with Steph I learned the right things to eat, when to eat, as well as what to do to work out. I did Steph’s program for 2 months, and lost a total of 30 pounds. The part that I loved that most was being able to contact Steph 24/7, about anything! She was extremely motivational, and I feel like she thoroughly got to know me throughout the program.

I highly recommend Steph and this program to anyone interested. It was a great learning experience and I feel a lot better about myself inside, and out.

Amber Age 23

Stuck In A Rut? Make A Healthy Change & Feel Better - Physically & Mentally

Contacting Steph was the best decision I ever made! I knew I was an unhealthy eater and wasn't getting the physical exercise I should have been getting. I was stuck in a routine and had a handful of bad habits, and I was not feeling good at all - both physically and mentally. I knew it was time for a change. Steph provided me with a meal and exercise plan that fit my needs completely. She was encouraging and understanding, even when I had my weak moments, and was always there for some motivation and any questions I had. With her help, she taught me a completely new side to nutrition and fitness. After three months of her program, I lost an amazing 30 lbs., and felt amazing - both physically and mentally. For anyone who is thinking about contacting her, I have some advice - do not hesitate! You will not regret it. I can't wait to work with her again ;)

Amy, Age 25

Get Into A Healthy Routine & Get The Results You Want

I first heard of Stephanie on Facebook through a friend who told me to look at the client transformations. I was very impressed especially when I saw it was people I know. I thought I would give it a try and emailed Steph.

I quickly realized what I was then eating wasn’t very close to what I should be eating. Steph guided me through the changes I needed to make on my diet and although difficult these changes slowly became routine. I was impressed how the weight started coming off. Steph was there the entire time and when I stalled for a week or needed help with something she was always there to motivate me and keep me going. I lost a total of 23 pounds with Steph :)

I would recommend Steph to anyone who is looking for a healthier lifestyle change.

Thanks Steph!

Becky, Age 19

Lose Weight After Pregnancy & Get Your Body Back

All my life I had a thin frame and could eat pretty much whatever I wanted until my second year of university. With all the fun times, drinks and late night eating I started to slowly put on weight until I had gained 30 lbs. by the time I was done university. I tried a few different diets, and bought a couple gym memberships but nothing seemed to give me lasting results. At 26 I became pregnant with my first child and gained 45 lbs. I knew after the pregnancy I needed to do something drastic to feel healthier and better about myself. I wanted to be able to run around and play with my daughter with ease, not an exhaustive effort.

A couple of my friends had referred me to Stephanie, and when my daughter Ella was one month I decided to contact her. This was the best decision I have ever made for my health. All of the changes that Stephanie made to my diet were all "common sense" but what made it work for me was knowing she would be holding me accountable for everything I was putting in my mouth. Once I started writing down everything I was eating/drinking and I knew I had to send it to her at the end of the day to critique... I became conscious of the bad choices I was making. When I did slip, Stephanie was always supportive and encouraging.

Since giving birth to my daughter, I have lost a total of 58 pounds! I still have 20 lbs. to go until I reach my weight loss goal, but I have the tools to get there thanks to this amazing program. I would recommend this program to anyone that is looking for a lifestyle change; not a quick fix but lasting amazing results for the rest of your life!

Emily, Age 27

Improve Your Health & Reduce Your Risk Of Disease

Since I quit smoking 15 years ago, I had gained over 50 lbs., had little energy after putting in a full day’s work and realized if I don’t change my current lifestyle, I was putting myself at risk for heart disease and possibly other health problems.  I was also at the point where I was going to have to shop for clothes another size up – yikes!  

My daughter recommended Steph so I went online to see and read all the wonderful transformation stories.  I know first hand that as you age, it is so much harder to keep the weight off.  I was lucky in my younger years that I never had a weight problem but since I turned 35, I have gained approx. 3.5 lbs. every year – doesn’t seem like much but multiply that by 17. 

After 12 weeks with Steph and 22 lbs. lighter, I feel so much better; increased energy, improved health and down 2 dress sizes.  Steph’s experience and advice were invaluable. She helped me celebrate my successes and kept me focused on my goal. She didn’t let me beat myself up when I had a slip up and having the daily contact by email was so convenient as I lead a busy life.

Steph’s program taught me how to choose the right foods, understand proper portions and food combinations and realize we need enough nutrients and calories to keep our metabolism up!   I have not skipped breakfast since I started Steph’s program and especially enjoy the “Banana Pancakes”.  Steph also gave great advice about choosing foods when eating out and adding exercise into my busy lifestyle.

I am so thankful that I had the opportunity to spend the last 12 weeks losing a part of me so I could gain a better understanding that eating properly can be enjoyable and fulfilling.  The bonus is hearing your family and friends say “You look great”, and I owe all of these positive changes to Steph.  

My goal is to lose a total of 50 lbs. I'm planning on continuing this lifestyle and hopefully in another 12 weeks I will have reached my goal!

Thank you Steph for your support and positive energy and for helping me on this journey.

Heather, Age 52

Are You An Emotional Eater? Learn How To Change Your Habits and Mindset

I started working with Steph at Thrive Health and Wellness in March of 2014. I have struggled with weight all my life. I became an emotional eater. I don’t have the excuse of having a baby that I gained weight, mine was completely the opposite. I gained weight with infertility treatments, the stress of them not working, eating out because I didn’t feel like cooking or was travelling to London or Toronto for appointments.

In 2007 I had a hysterectomy and over the next 5 years gained over 45 pounds. I joined a gym and lost 20 lbs. but very quickly gained it back. I got frustrated and stopped going to the gym. I remember stopping in one day to talk to a friend and saw something written on the board. It read "Weight loss starts in the kitchen; getting fit starts in the gym".

I knew my problem was what I was eating. I drank pop like people drink coffee, snacked on whatever was convenient, not really thinking about what I was putting in my mouth. I saw a friend of mine’s testimony of working with Steph and decided to contact her. Steph has been such a great teacher, support and friend. She taught me what foods work good together, gave me great ideas for meals LOVE LOVE LOVE Steph’s famous banana pancakes! She taught me about healthy fats and has encouraged me to try new foods, which are now some of my favourite things to eat.

Even though my daily emails with Steph have stopped, I am still headed in the right direction and I know she is always there if I have a question. I have lost 33 lbs. and 20 inches in the 3 months I worked with Steph. I have a long way to go to reach my goal but now I can actually see it is reachable. I am excited to see where I will be in another 3 months. Thanks Steph!

Heather, Age 34

Gain Control Of Your Eating Habits & Reach Your Goals

I have struggled with my weight since I went off to university.  After university I managed to get my weight back down a little bit at the time of my wedding.  Since then I have had two children and have never been happy with how I felt.  I felt like I could eat a healthy diet 5 days a week and then follow that up with a weekend of eating and drinking unhealthy things.  I just couldn’t lose the weight. I had seen a couple people, (who I know on Facebook), who had success in losing weight with Steph’s assistance.  I had her name at the back of my mind for a while.  This past summer I made the decision that I needed to get myself healthy.  With two busy girls, I struggle to find the time to exercise consistently, so I decided that I had to take control of my eating habits. 

I started working with Steph on Labour Day.  In the two months that I communicated with her daily, I lost 20 pounds!  Since then, I have lost another 8 pounds, and I hope to continue. 

Steph showed me how to tweak my menu plans to best optimize the weight loss.  I ate healthy foods, but I just needed to pair them differently and watch the amounts of each food group I ate daily.  I was amazed at how good I felt in those two months…I wasn’t tired and didn’t get sick at all.  As soon as I wavered a bit from my meal plan (while on vacation), I got a cold.

I highly recommend Steph.  She was available 24/7 to answer questions, keep me on track, and to be encouraging.  I have never felt better, and it is all thanks to Steph’s guidance and coaching.  Thanks so much, Steph!

Jana, Age 37

Struggling To Lose That Freshman 15?

During High school I was always of a smaller frame and never really concentrated on what I ate as it never affected my body especially since I was very active, until I went to university. Living in residence and relying on cafeteria quickly took a toll on me and I did not have as much time or space to workout for fun like I used to. Second year did not bring much progress in my mission to get back to my high school weight and it seemed like the harder I tried, the less results I saw and the more frustrated I became. I had looked into a few diets and I could never stay on track with them or would get discouraged when I didn't see results right away. 

That's when I came across Steph and her program this past year. I was very hesitant at first, as to how this would be any different than all of the other methods I tried, but after talking to her I decided now was the time to be proactive. Steph is amazing to say the least, her daily check-ins held me accountable for what I was eating and the choices I made and with daily food logs I quickly became conscious of what I was eating and putting into my body. With a very busy school schedule I barely had time to workout yet I still managed to lose 20 lbs. within only a few weeks of working with Steph. She has also given me the support and tools I need to continue to my total weight loss goal and maintain it.

It was definitely not an easy journey, but Steph provides constant support and contact whenever I was heading to a restaurant or spur of the moment grocery shopping. I would recommend this program to anyone who wants to have a healthier life and a fresh start to their life, as Steph will definitely help you on your journey!  Thanks Again Steph!

Katherine, Age 22

Eat Health, Lose Weight & Boost Your Self Confidence

This past March I decided I needed some help losing weight, but I wasn't sure where to start. For the first time in my life I felt gross. My clothes weren't fitting, I wanted to hide myself under oversized clothes and I simply felt ashamed of the way I looked. I had no idea how much weight I had gained (because I didn't own a scale) but I knew I didn’t feel good. In all honesty I was afraid to know my weight, but I found myself consumed with thoughts of losing it. I knew I didn't want another gym membership, or another weight loss book to read… I needed something better. Something that would really work.

I kept thinking back to some conversations I had with some friends of mine who had shared their weight loss experiences with me and there was always one thing these conversations had in common. A girl named ‘Stephanie Metzger'.

They raved about her. They talked about her ‘easy to follow' individualized program, her constant availability, her continuous support and the success they were having. I watched their transformations and knew they were doing something right. All of them had previously tried every trick in the book, but still found themselves unhappy with the results. My gut told me I needed to contact this Stephanie girl but there was only one problem. I live in Edmonton…5000 kms away from her… but I decided to contact her anyway too see what she had to say.

I contacted Steph in early March 2013 and my first question was "can you help me even though we live so far from each other?" Too my surprise, she replied with a very confident "I sure can" and we immediately started the process. She initially sent me an assessment to fill out with my goals, typical food intake and so on. It was super easy to do.

The next step was buying that dreaded scale. Steph needed an accurate weight, so I bit the bullet and bought one. Once I finally stepped on the scale, I couldn’t believe it. I weighed 149 lbs. I felt sick to my stomach for letting this happen. I was in my forties now, 20 lbs overweight and continuing to gain. I new I needed to make some serious changes too my diet to stop this from getting worse.

Once we got started, Steph asked me to start documenting my exercise and daily food intake and sending it to her. Every day she would send me suggestions and ‘tweak' the food I was eating. It amazed me how many calories I was consuming without even realizing it, but much to my surprise the changes I needed to make were not complicated. Everyday she would send me ideas and suggestions that were made for ME... I never felt generic or part of a strict diet plan that was made for several people. I felt like I was the only client she had. When I had a question, it was answered quickly. If I were going to a restaurant, she would research the menu and give me some healthy choices so I knew what too order. When I was standing in the grocery store unsure of what to buy, she was on the other end of my phone with the answers. She was always there for me.

Today, I weigh 133 lbs and the weight is still coming off. I am more than happy with my current weight and most importantly I feel better then I EVER have. I can't thank Steph enough for educating me and frankly changing my life. I know that sounds cliché, but it’s true. Steph is one of those people who is truly passionate about what she does and you can tell she loves sharing her passion with others. More importantly she is kind, dedicated, understanding and genuinely cares about your success.

I can’t say thank you enough to Steph. She is a gem and someone I now call a mentor and a friend. You are truly an inspiration Steph :)

Kim, Age 41

Learn How To Eat Right & Stay On Track

Contacting Steph was one of the best things I’ve ever done!  She made everything very easy and was willing to work through my schedule and eating habits to make a plan for what suited me and my lifestyle. 

Steph taught me how to make the needed changes in my eating habits to not only lose weight, but give me more energy, and also how to choose wisely while eating out.  I lost a total of 25lbs while consulting with Steph for 3 months, and don’t regret one bit of it! I even did it over Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years, 3 of the biggest holidays for eating in my opinion, and not one week went by without losing some weight. 

Steph was always supportive of me, even when I fell off the wagon to temptations, and she was very quick to answer any questions I had, whether it was a simple yes or no question or helping me pick out healthy options at specific restaurants.  I have continued to lose weight since consulting Steph and am putting the knowledge I learn from her to use every day!

Kim, Age 23