After my wedding, I wanted to take a break so I paused my usual workouts with Chris and explored a few things on my own. Like barre. Chris was super supportive of my break and said whenever you are ready to get back into it let me know.
About 6 months later, I was READY! I had an extended honeymoon where I ate and drank all the things I wanted. I was extremely determined and motivated-- and I've been working with Chris in person ever since.
This year has been so eye opening for me with Chris in so many ways. First, I always believed that if you go harder, push yourself with cardio, sprints, working out often that it would bring the greatest results. But Chris has shown me that isn't the case.
His approach is methodical, patient and results driven. In January, when he said no cardio-- I was like "WHAT!? There's no way I could get my results without it." But I trusted him and the system and it's been life changing to say the least. He's shown me that there are no tricks, no extra hours of cardio or 'pushing myself' that will get me to my goals quicker. and that's one of my favorite things about working with him- his no BS approach.
Second, Chris has taught me to go slow to go fast. With him, I've learned that I've had to basically start from ground 0 and re-learn how to lift and breathe correctly. He's patiently helped me un-do all the bad habits that I've picked up over the years (through trying to do it myself and fitness classes) and has gotten me so much closer to hitting my fitness goals.
For example, I learned that I was doing ab exercises all WRONG! For years-- using my hips instead of actually using my abs. Since he's focused on that with me (it's a goal of mine to get abs)- through breathing and lifting correctly I'm excited to say that I can see my abs now!
Most importantly, I've learned from Chris to be patient with myself. Harder is not better. Faster is not better and both combined developed bad fitness habits along the way for me. I have greatly appreciated Chris being realistic with goals, giving me constant motivation and being my trusted fitness advisor.
Thank you Chris for not only getting me to my wedding fitness goals but also for helping me change my mindset around what it is to be strong, healthy and patient (with myself!) If you are looking for long term, permanent changes and are committed to doing the work- Chris is your guy!
