How Nicola dropped 34lb and ran 2 marathons in 1 week!
I cannot believe what Nicola has been capable of achieving in such a short space of time.
Nicola started working with me 6 months ago with an injury set back on running and focus was lost with her nutrition from a restrictive low-calorie carb diet plan.
Nicola loves nothing more to run but she also had dreams of changing how she looked and felt about her body too! Body positivity and running go hand in hand for Nicolas success however she felt nutrition and confusing place and strength exercises were not consistent.
Part of my program was to educate Nicola around nutrition, make workouts creative but have purpose around her running and hold her accountable.
We would check in each week and look at measurements and focus on how well she felt.
The biggest part Nicola mastered on my programs was to just keep accountable and build that relationship and trust to get the results.
If there was a question she always sent a message and I would always reply with a message, voice note or call to help over a short space of time.
There have been ups and downs within the 6 months, but we worked together as a team to solve this. Nicola has lost a total of 34lb and completed her first marathon at London and then the next week ran the Manchester marathon.
Completing 2 marathons back-to-back is an achievement in itself but to do this on her first and second is absolutely amazing! Not only that, she lost a total of 34lb which is not usually something which should be promoted to do as this can be such a challenging task, but you did it Nicola!
Nicola had gone on to say
"What a crazy week it's been but here I am. I've achieved a big running goal of mine and that was to run 2 marathons within 7 days, London, then Manchester.
London was amazing, Manchester had its moments.
My legs were still tired, nowhere near recovered and my chronic pelvic pain decided to flare up at the 14 mile mark. But, given that it only took me an extra 11 minutes to complete... seeing as these are my first 2 marathons I'll happily take that.
I took on this challenge in the best condition I have been in a long time and I have Dan to thank for that.I'm coming to the end of my 6 months with Dan, my hand on heart would not be where I am today without Dan's help.
From weight loss goals, to sound nutritional advice for running, to helping me strengthen my ongoing injury that's never gone away, he has been so supportive.
He's had to put up with my hormones and frustrations at times and I've challenged him when I felt confused with his advice..but he always came good, he always listened and was always willing to find a happy balance that will work.. I'm currently 34lbs lighter than I was in April when I started working with Dan, just under 2.5st.
My body shape has changed significantly and I've hit PBs in my running without trying (taking it slow with mara training) . I've noticed such a difference in my running health and again it all goes hand in hand.
Gonna miss Dan, next to my Husband he's been the other guy in my life for the past 6 months .
The friend I've never met, can honestly say he saved me. I was in a very dark place when I reached out for his help..
If it wasn't for his hiking pics on Insta up in the Lakes I may never have noticed him..never stop posting those pics Dan, you never know who's attention you might grab.
I piled on loads of weight through the depression of being injured and a few other health issues going on at the time and not being able to run , the one thing that keeps me happy, broke me and I just ate my feelings every day.
My relationship with food has never been good. I'm confident now, I know how to do things better and deal with things better and not turn to food. Thanks to Dan.
I've one more personal goal to achieve, some surgery later this week and I need to be in the best health for that. Thanks to Dan, I am. Two little words but I hope you know how sincere they are, Thank You"
A big well done Nicola i'm a very proud coach!
If this relates to you in any way of difficulties faced with nutrition and strength training and you wish to start to make a change to feel leaner, stronger, happier and healthier than before here is your chance!
My new launch for the lean and healthy 90 day program opens on Monday 28th February 2022! I will have 3 places open to register your interest and find out more about the program click below.
www.freshlifestylefitness.co.uk
This program is the last diet and exercise plan you will ever need and I stand by my passion to make people achieve the results they want by working with you personally!
Dan
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