“It’s been a big family thing”

Husband and wife duo, Glenda and Peter, experienced two unique journeys on the LifeShape program. While Glenda completed a LifeShape 12 program, consulted with multiple clinicians at the Milton clinic and commenced in January 2016, Peter undertook a LifeShape 6 with the help of one primary Dietitian from the City clinic, commencing later that same year. Despite the differences, both experienced many of the same positive health outcomes and they’re looking forward to a life of better health, together. This is their story.

Glenda

Before commencing the program, Glenda was experiencing Thyroid issues causing her to slowly gain weight despite regularly prepping meals and working with a personal trainer.

“After getting nowhere by myself, I came to Wesley looking for something medically based. I wanted something to treat the whole condition,” says Glenda. “Seeing the clinic doctor, addressing my medical condition, and getting that under control as part of my program has been great, and very beneficial. I’ve had such a positive result.”

Something Glenda enjoyed most about the program was how easy it was to manage in relation to her family’s lifestyle.

“It’s been a big family thing,” says Glenda. “We sit down and share a family meal at night with our three children. I love that it hasn’t been restrictive and I can make small changes to meals to keep it interested for the kids. One of the biggest things I have now is a framework which is easy to manage weekly.”

On top of not feeling restricted by the tools her LifeShape program taught her, Glenda feels herself and Peter simply make better choices now.

“I’ve taken a lot more control,” explains Glenda. “We do things like look at a menu before we go out for a meal. Learning about my fat burning range from the LifeShape Exercise Physiologist was also fantastic. When you only have 20 minutes to exercise, you want to use it really well.”

Since completing her program and losing 26.4kg^, Glenda is now on a refresh program and is feeling great.

“I have more energy and everything is so much easier,” says Glenda. “I’m in a happy place essentially. Peter and I are looking at trekking the Milford Track later this year, something we wouldn’t have consider before doing the program. We walk together more and a friend was even inspired to lose 15kg^ own his own inspired by our new, healthier lifestyle. Most of all, I’m looking forward to the fact that my whole life won’t be about losing weight.”

Peter

After a self-proclaimed “lazy 2015”, frequently travelling for work and indulging in food and drink, Peter had a realisation he wanted to regain control of his weight.

“Although Glenda was already on the program, I came to my own decision that I wanted to join for myself,” says Peter. “I didn’t tell her I had joined until after I called and signed up. Nothing else got me there but my own decision. Until you want to do something for yourself, you don’t have the same commitment.”

Peter admits although he chose to do the program independent of Glenda, having her on the same journey made everything easier.

“Glenda’s a very good cook!” laughs Peter. “The fact that she was already 3-4 months into the program and cooking healthier meals made it easier for me to come along. If I’d done it and Glenda hadn’t, it would have been considerably harder. Even though we were at different stages, it was great to come home and mention seeing one of the LifeShape clinicians and have her already know who I was talking about.”

“With frequent travel, the lack of routine makes this [other weight loss options] difficult.  For example, I had booked into an 8 week boot camp and missed the first 3 weeks as I was overseas.  But, the primary reason I considered the Wesley program seriously, was that a colleague at work with similar lifestyle and travel commitments had done the program and successfully lost his target plus some.  That’s when the old 'if he can, I certainly can’ gene kicked in.  I have to say, with a wife and a colleague being supportive, I knew what I was in for and was able to discuss many things.”

Like Glenda, Peter has done very well on his LifeShape 6 program shedding 17.6kg^, all while keeping up with his frequent travel for work.

“I agree with Glenda that we have simply learned to make better choices, more than I understood before starting the program,” admits Peter. “The program isn’t restrictive, but the knowledge has been invaluable. I have to eat out every night when I’m travelling. I’ve learned that if I’m somewhere faced with limited options, I can have something but have to understand the implications, such as counteracting with a little more physical activity that day.”

Thanks to his great program results, Peter has not only noticed the positive changes in himself, but Glenda as well.

“The kids would definitely say Glenda is happier,” explains Peter. “I too have so much more energy. The reality of losing weight is that you get rid of lethargy. I can do all sorts of stuff now, I feel better and look better.”

This year, Peter is faced with more travel for work and admits he is expecting it to be a challenge. However since completing his core program, he has opted to join a Support program.

“I’m ok with being challenged this year. My primary Dietitian did an excellent job assisting me through my program. She understands I travel a lot and can’t do certain things. When I travel I take some of the clinic’s meal replacements away with me. I also make a commitment to walk on the treadmill in the hotel gym wherever I’m staying if possible.”

Peter’s advice for anyone thinking about the program?

“Go and do it,” states Peter. “The program and losing weight is easy. It’s a finite time with structure. There’s nothing the program says you can’t do. It may be a financial investment for some, but my view is, you’ll be happier for it.”

Need Help Finding a Healthy Balance?

Whether it’s your husband or wife, brother or sister, son or daughter or even just a friend – there’s no better time to motivate each other, and save on your personalised weight loss program. Sign up to any LifeShape program with a partner and save 10% – on both programs. You just have to sign up together!

^Your results may vary. To find out what you can achieve on your LifeShape Program book a no obligation initial assessment with one of our Dietitians, call 1800 567 348. Alternatively you can register your interest online.




 

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