Karen Ellison – Success Story
Here's Mum-Of-Two Karen's Success Story....

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In September 2014 I saw an advert for a ‘6 Week Challenge’ at Fitness Formation, and something just struck a chord with me. I had been a member of other gyms, and had lost weight previously myself, but it was never sustainable and I always ended up stopping my membership and piling the weight back on.

I was a mum to two young children, a wife, I worked, and I was six months off turning 40. I knew something had to change if I was to be the best person I could be for myself and for my family. I spoke with friends and family that I knew attended and decided to give it a go.

Almost as soon as I had submitted my enquiry form I got a message from Ryan asking if it was convenient to talk. We discussed everything from my current position, what I was looking for, the time I was willing and able to commit, to what I could expect and my future goals. I was nervous about what lay ahead, but also excited at the same time.

That conversation was 2 years ago, and I haven’t looked back since.

My first session went by in the blink of an eye, but the aching lasted for days afterwards, and I was hooked. I loved it. The results only come with the hard work and commitment you put in and it is by no means easy, but if you are willing to be consistent and to give it your all at each session, then the results will come naturally.

I remember not even being able to do a sit up or push up at the beginning, and I had no idea what a burpee even was, but you start off slowly and under the expert guidance of Ryan, Dan and Ben you get stronger and fitter. 

My goals are now constantly changing, but that gives it the excitement and diversity I need. To start with, it was to do more reps of certain exercises, then it was to lift a little heavier weight, then it was to complete Born Survivor (10km military obstacle course). Twice.

My current goal is the Great North Run in September of this year. Two years ago, I would have laughed at anyone who told me that I would willingly enter a 13.1 mile running event. FF gives you the ability, guidance and confidence to be able to take yourself out of your comfort zone.

Who knows what will be next.

FF really is like a family to me, some of the friendships I have made will be for life. The support you get is like nothing I’ve experienced before. I am fitter, healthier and stronger than I have ever been in my life.   

I would recommend Fitness Formation to anyone.

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