Lauren

Prior to MyBodyTutor, I had the most success with Weight Watchers and Nutrisystem, but that was really just because I wasn't eating nearly enough. I would eat a very small amount of calories and didn't add any exercise to my daily life because the programs didn't require it. I lost weight quickly, but it was not sustainable. I just found myself super hungry every day and craving food so badly that the minute I stopped, I gained the weight back because I was so excited to jump back into eating.

There also was no third-party factor to those other programs. I wasn't working with a real person; I was just logging food on my app. There was no accountability because it didn't matter regardless of what I put in the app and regardless of whether I filled out the app at all. The stakes were nonexistent.

My self-confidence was not good at all. That was the main reason that I signed up for MyBodyTutor. I was just so unhappy with how I looked, especially since I have so many photos of myself when I was my ideal weight. I didn't feel good about myself, and it made me care less about what I wore, and I never wanted to take photos.

I really wanted to change how I looked, but it was so difficult for me to actually put it into practice for some reason, even though I knew what had to be done: eat healthier and exercise. I would talk myself into either delaying my health journey or do it successfully for days at a time, have a day where I didn't eat as well, and then just give up.

I had tried Weight Watchers and Nutrisystem, and while they worked at first, I found that I'd quickly gain back the weight. I realized that I needed to work with another person in order to make a change that would last, so I Googled looking for a health coach. MyBodyTutor was one of the first results that came up and had strong reviews.

I was worried at first that this would be just like my other programs, where it'd help me at first, but then I'd throw all my work out the window when I stopped the program. But I was hoping that I'd lose weight and that it'd be sustainable for me. I wanted to be able to shed the pounds without feeling hungry or daydreaming about all the foods that I wish I could eat. I wanted to be able to go out to eat with friends without feeling like my diet was holding me back. I wanted to find something that could work with my lifestyle.

I reached my goal and lost more than 30.5 lbs! I now feel happy with how I look and a lot more comfortable in my skin. Even more importantly, after 6.5 months of the program, the skills I learned are a part of my daily life. I've learned to be mindful of what I eat and to make good choices.

I've learned that there's a way to integrate movement and exercise into my life in a way that's realistic and achievable (and even enjoyable!). I also learned that it's okay to indulge every now and then, and that it really all comes down to balance and listening to your body. While I loved being coached by Josua, I felt confident that I could stop the program after I reached my goal because of the foundation and tools he's given me.

It's become second nature to think about my daily choices. How much protein have I had today? Can I choose a healthier alternative while out at dinner? Have I walked today or done any movement? What's going to make me feel my best? This program has changed my mindset in a healthy way.

After successfully completing the program, it is very clear to me that Adam and his coaches genuinely care about your journey and goals. Yes, this is a business and thus inherently a client/company relationship, but I always could tell that my coach, Josua, was truly invested in me losing the weight and becoming healthier.

Josua listened carefully on our weekly calls and read my daily reports closely, thoughtfully responding to every comment, question, and observation I had. Josua also really cared about my lifestyle and made it a point to ask me questions about it when we began working together. He wasn't just giving me a blanket diet/fitness plan. He wanted to know the foods I already like, the drinks I usually drink, how my job plays a role in my life, etc.

He used this information to help me find ways to eat healthier and adopt exercise into my life while not having to completely change how I live. He made the transition into this new way of living as seamless as possible for me. He also took into consideration what I've tried before.

In our first conversation, Josua asked whether I'd prefer that he tell me exactly what to eat or if I'd prefer that he give me broader parameters that I'd need to work within. I said I wanted him to tell me exactly what to eat, and he actually told me that he thought it'd be better to choose the other option BECAUSE of the programs I had tried in the past. I had already told him how and why Weight Watchers and Nutrisystem didn't work for me, and he heard that and understood that I needed something different.

From the very beginning, Josua listened to what I said and thought carefully about the advice he gave me to cater and personalize it to my specific situation. He also was incredibly encouraging every step of the way, encouraging me to allow myself indulgences and cheat meals and reassuring me when I decided to take a rest day from my workouts.

He provided accountability in a way that was understandable and supportive and always made me believe that my goal was within reach. He also went above and beyond to help me whenever I had questions. For example, when I was struggling to find protein sources as a pescatarian, he tapped into his network of coaches to ask those who are vegan about their preferred non-meat protein sources.

Additionally, Adam is a great business leader. He took the time to chat with me on the phone (for no cost!) before I signed up so that I could learn more about the program. Also, when I met my goal and told him that I wanted to step away from the program, he completely supported me. He didn't try to stop me from leaving. He was straight to the point and very transparent every step of the way, which is very admirable.

It's incredible what having someone keeping you accountable can do. It's also really exciting to know that YOU are making the difference in your life. Yes, your coach is helping you tremendously, and that is why MyBodyTutor works so well, but at the end of the day, your coach is leading you to eat better and exercise.

It's not a matter of taking a pill. It's not a matter of adhering to an unhealthy or questionable diet. You're going about your health in a way that's safe and sustainable, and you have someone who's rooting for you the entire way. It's so simple, yet so effective.