At the time of joining this program, I had just turned 40 years old, and although I've been Vegan since 2012, and working out daily since 2018, as well as "Alcohol free" for 4+ years…. I was feeling just awful!I was experiencing extreme bloating, and GI discomfort, embarrassing gas, weight gain, and a general feeling of exhaustion. I felt like I was doing all the “right things” but instead of being a picture of good health, I was anything but. I'm an extremely busy working Professional, I own and run my own business, and I work in a very intense industry that involves very long hours, travel, and being surrounded by the temptations of unhealthy food and snacks all day long. When I look around me at work, most of my colleagues are overweight, if not obese, and have all kinds of health problems. I know its a product of the lifestyle that comes with the job, and I just REFUSE to end up like that. I see the little daily habits of those people, and I know I have to do something different, if i want different results.When I made the decision to join this program, I was very hesitant to let go of my attachment to my current routines, and try something “new” because I had no idea if it would “work” - It was hard to admit to myself that the Workouts, Supplements and eating habits that I've made a part of my daily life, and part of my identity, just were not working for me. I had to get to a point where I was willing to try anything, even if it meant forgetting everything I thought I knew, and starting over.I made the decision to "TRUST THE PROCESS" no matter what.I saw results immediately, from within the 1st week of starting the program, as I got on the strict meal plan, and followed it religiously, and tracked everything! The pounds just kept coming off slowly and consistently. I'm now 8-weeks into the program and I've already lost 12 lbs! My overall goal was to lose 20lbs of body fat, so Im well on track to achieve that in the next 8 weeks. I have gotten so much stronger from the progressive overload training style, and Im shocked at how Im able to lift heavier every single week. Im really starting to look more toned, and can even see muscle definition in my arms, and finally… in my abs! When my coach sends me my side-by-side photo comparison after each check-in, Im amazed at the difference that Ive made in just 8 weeks of eating the correct calories and macros for my goals… I'm like WHY didn’t I do this years ago!Losing 12 lbs and slimming down, to where I feel good in my clothes has made me feel so much more confident and happier, and has improved my relationship with myself, and others. I definitely feel much healthier, my skin is glowing, and people are telling me I look younger! I also feel much more confident in proudly announcing that I'm Vegan, when people say “you look so good/healthy/fit - what’s your secret?” - Duh! I'm Vegan! I feel like my appearance is finally aligned with my values and principles, as the healthy fit vegan I want to be. I also feel so empowered to make the best choices for myself, and not being dragged into whatever “everyone else is doing” - I've gotten so good at saying NO; to plans that don’t support my goals, to unhealthy snacks and food that is offered to me, and I don’t care about being high maintenance, or “extra” or “next level” when I make special requests for things to make sure Im set up for success when I have to travel, or I'm at work.It feels GOOD to be different to everyone “else”I would HIGHLY recommend going Vegan, and joining this program. Working 1:1 with my amazing coach Chiara Squinzi, I have already learned so much valuable information that has changed my life, and Im sure will continue to have an impact as I apply the principles Ive leaned throughout my future.
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Fritz Horstmann is the founder and managing director of VCA Coaching. Together with his team, he helps Middle-Aged Men & Women how they can lose weight, tone up and reclaim their health and confidence.
