March Client of the Month - Margaret Porter

take careThis month we are feeling super proud of Margaret Porter, our March Client of the Month!

Margaret started training with us through our KickStart program last November.  When Margaret first reached out to me she expressed some common fears in getting started in a health & fitness program.  She is a new mom with a now 3 year old daughter and has a busy work schedule.  Additionally, between having a baby and hunkering down during a pandemic over the past two years she felt nervous about getting into a gym, not being able to keep up, and feeling insecure amongst the group.  I assured her that we would meet her right where she is and that our amazing community would surely make her feel welcomed after her first visit.

I’m so happy that Margaret trusted me and joined the KickStart program.  All of these fears and concerns quickly melted away and Margaret quickly embraced her gym time and recognized how this commitment has benefited her.  Don’t take it from me - this is what Margaret shared with me about the benefits that she has experienced:

“Since starting my  wellness and fitness journey I've noticed a few changes in my daily life. I find myself having more energy to get through the work day and keep up with my daughter at home. I also feel confident both physically and mentally.  People around me are noticing the difference and complimenting me on it. Another bonus is my feet don't hurt when I get home from standing 8hrs a day. In the past I would get home and my feet would hurt so much I could barely walk. Now I can stand all day at work and even go for a walk after and still not be sore.” 

Isn't that amazing!?  We are so proud of you Margaret and just love hearing how you experience the benefits of your hard work in such meaningful ways!
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Another thing that Margaret is super proud of is sticking to it, and we’re so proud of her too!  Getting to the gym can be tough when you’re working a full time job and a Mom, but Margaret has made it work.  She brings her amazing energy to our early bird sessions and is sure to get her training session in before her workday starts.  That way, at the end of the day she can get home to use all of that extra energy that she has to take care of her family and enjoy some family time.

Margaret works on getting 1% better every day, both with how she moves in the gym and in working on her nutrition.  The KickStart program helped Margaret learn how to fuel and nourish her body with healthy, nutritious whole foods, and although she isn’t perfect she reminds herself that it’s not the end of the world when she enjoys a sweet treat.  She knows that it’s all about moderation, and a small indulgence in something sweet is no reason to quit eating healthy foods.  She just gets right back on the wagon with her very next meal.

I love this mindset, because after all life isn't perfect and we shouldn't expect perfection from ourselves.  

Approaching nutrition through sustainable healthy habits, while enjoying some occasional indulgences with moderation is the secret to success, and Margaret has embraced this mindset like a champion.
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We couldn’t be more proud of all that Margaret has accomplished since committing to her training program with us and we are so happy to acknowledge all of her hard work by naming her our March Client of the Month.  Congratulations Margaret!