My main motivation was the moment I realized I might need to buy size 16 pants. It was a wake-up call. What kept me going was the noticeable improvements in how I felt and looked. Seeing positive changes in my body and overall well-being gave me the drive to continue, even during tough times.

I changed my eating habits drastically. I stopped eating a lot of French fries, pizza, pasta, and sweets – basically, foods that were my go-to before. Initially, I still allowed myself some treats but made healthier choices. Working with Kurt was a key part of my transformation, where I made more disciplined dietary changes.

I used to frequent the gym at least five days a week. My routine began with warming up on the bike, followed by a session of weight lifting, and concluded with running on the treadmill for an hour. Step aerobics was also a part of my regimen. However, this changed when I started working with Kurt. He advised a different approach; initially, he scaled back my intense workouts and had me focus on simply walking every day for several months. This period was dedicated to establishing foundational habits. Once these habits were firmly in place, we gradually introduced a more structured and well-planned cardio routine, along with strength training. The specifics of my workout routine vary according to Kurt’s program, ranging from a 3-day to a 6-day split.

My weight once peaked at around 211 pounds. The lightest I’ve reached was approximately 137 pounds. Ideally, I feel my best when I’m around 143 pounds.

I achieved my lowest weight in about a year and a half. However, the transformation journey continues, evolving through different phases. It started with initial weight loss and has now progressed to a focus on strength training. My current goal is to build lean muscle mass while reducing body fat and maintaining a stable overall weight. Therefore, my journey toward improved health and fitness is ongoing.