-32.5 lbs

Online Nutritional Coaching

I was searching for nutrition coaching as over the years I had periodically tried lots of different work out plans to varying and minimal effect, but never focused on my diet with knowledge. I had once dropped a lot of weight without knowing exactly how I did it and had struggled to move back to that weight range ever since. At the time I was moving semi-regularly (2-3 times a week runs/weights) but not shifting anything. A friend had once said to me "abs are made in the kitchen." With that quote, I realised I knew very little about what was going on in my diet, how to change it and what the effects may be. I had always considered myself someone who ate in a healthy manner and exercised semi-regularly but for some reason couldn't shift weight. Realising I had a blind spot, I engaged Marcus for help.

I chose Marcus because I had met him in person travelling and he was someone who I got along with. He showed a really strong work ethic, was in the kind of shape that I desired to be in and was a really authentic individual who I resonated with. I wanted to engage with someone on a more personal level who could talk to me with empathy, rather than the hard-nosed approach you may assume out of your vision of a stereotypical PT at a gym. Additionally, I wanted to solely focus on nutrition, which Marcus offered as a service. People often try and bite off more than they can chew when it comes to change, and I had done this previously. Because Marcus' program was solely focused on nutrition, I thought this would allow me to make steady, incremental and long lasting change to integrate into my life before shifting focus onto physical training.

In our time together I was able to shift 32.5 lbs off my frame while also enduring the Christmas period. While this was a great result, it is the knowledge and habits that have been the biggest achievement. We broke through my conceptions of what weight is appropriate for my frame, what "healthy eating" really is, blew past my original milestones and set up long last nutrition habits that haven't changed.

The biggest value piece for me was a set of clear and concise recipes spelt out in real terms that left nothing to interpretation. It was not just a macro split and being sent on my way, but rather a very specific plan. In no uncertain terms it was clear what was required to succeed and what I would need to adhere to. It took all of the complexity out of the process while I found my feet. I enjoyed the accountability of the weekly check-ins. Each week as you move to day 4 or 5, you may get tempted to cave into your desires, but with another weekly check-in just around the corner it helps you remain strong. I also really valued the personal connection that grew through our weekly check-ins and the genuine empathy and support that Marcus provided throughout my journey.

Thanks mate!