  What’s your name and where do you come from? Amanda Magnusson, from Peace River, Alberta, Canada (look it up on a map ) Do you have a family and what’s your profession? I am an Animal Health Technician by training but haven’t worked in that field for 20 years. I’ve been a stay at home mom to my four kids (2 boys 2 girls ages 18, 16, 13 and 10). Darryl and I have been married for 23 years. He works away most of the time so I’m pretty much “on the job” 24/7. For the past 5 years I have worked at the local Freson Bros grocery store. I have a mixture of jobs there my favourite part is building displays and chalk art signs. How did you get introduced to PLT?
I saw Paul’s comments regarding nutrition (free advice) on the Peloton Nutrition Page and asked him if I could send him a friend request or if he had another page I could follow. Who is your coach? Paul! Name 3 things that sum up your thoughts on your coach 1. Sincere 2. Honest, going to tell me like it is, not sugar coated 3. Knowledgeable Are you engaged in regular exercise/a sport? Yes, I workout at my local gym it’s a mixture of HIIT, weight training, Tabata and circuit training. My sister is a coach there and my accountability to get my butt there each day. I also have a peloton but currently only seem to get riding on the weekends. How did you find your PLT onboarding experience & community experience? I was pretty familiar with macros and tracking so that wasn’t too bad for me. I’ve enjoyed seeing the community encourage one another as we each work towards our personal goals. What dieting programs had you tried previously and what makes PLT standout from previous programs? Oh where do I start...slim fast, weight watchers, curves, the Daniel plan, whole 30, ideal protein. Many of these programs make extreme menu changes, restrictions or food that I wouldn’t normally eat, so when the program was done I went back to eating what I normally would and gained the weight back. PLT is about eating the same as I would with mild modifications, mostly understanding serving sizes. Paul told me early on “you can eat anything you want, you just can’t eat it all.” That was very freeing as nothing was seen as “off limits”. What was your driving reason for joining PLT? Accountability!! I needed someone I didn’t know who would be honest with me. Too often family/friends are too soft or make concessions saying “that’s okay, you were (enter excuse here)” or that accountability only lasts for a few days or weeks. How much weight have you lost with PLT? Close to 25lb! 24.6 as of this morning!!! What non-scale successes have you found since joining PLT? My husband called me a “Yummy Mummy” last week, I totally consider that a win!! My workouts are definitely “in the zone” as my sister said yesterday. I feel great so I’m definitely pushing harder. How have you increased your nutritional education since PLT? This has been an on going interest for me over the past few (5?) years. Growing up I was thin and athletic then gained 60 lbs when I got married and struggled with my weight for the next 20 years. I felt like in my mind I was an athlete but my body wasn’t. What did being an athlete look like as a busy mom of four kids, that was now over 40. I’ve read a lot of information over that time. In August I started a personal training and nutrition course. My dream job would be to help women examine their “plates” not just their food, but their roles and responsibilities, relationships and how these things are affecting their health. I’ll get there...eventually. What 1 piece of advice would you give to people considering joining PLT or new members? Give yourself grace. Making a poor choice today doesn’t write off the rest of the week. It takes time, enjoy the process don’t view it as a “diet or a time of restriction”. We need to enjoy life, there are good days and bad days but it’s all a process of learning and establishing new better habits. Your turn now; what 1 thing would you like to ask me? What is your favourite success story? Hi Amanda!, Thanks for the question! My favorite success story was of a husband & wife couple that signed to PLT Nutrition. 1 week into the program the wife felt she couldn't fit the tracking into her busy life with school etc. I spoke to her personally and explained how tracking is an added process initially but soon becomes second nature and takes minutes each day. I asked her to continue for 4 more weeks and if she still found it hard to fit into her daily life I would give her a full refund. She never contacted me personally again and one day she posted on our PLT Community how she'd lost close to 20lb and felt the best she'd felt since college!!! I just loved that, what a success story! This was an awesome question because all our successes are AWESOME, from the people that stop using insulin or other medication because of working with PLT Nutrition coaches, to the people that lose weight to fit into their wedding day dress and the people that gain muscle and strength and compete - all are special to PLT! Tks Paul
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  A 3 min read You’ve set your clocks back, please don’t set your progress back. With the time change and Halloween on the same weekend, we have moved into the most challenging time of the year where weight loss is concerned for many; colder, shorter days and the season of many holidays and special events; let’s focus today on the time change. During the long, sunny days of summer we are more energized and think nothing of heading out for a walk after dinner or even late in the evening. We feel ‘light’ and positive and motivated by the beautiful weather to get outside, eat well and work hard towards our goals. Perhaps we have a snack we plan for late in the evening but it’s relatively easy for us to control grazing and nibbling because we are so active and busy. With the clocks going back it feels like the evening starts in the afternoon all of a sudden and we often feel a hard shift in our mood, our desire to be active and we are faced with many dark, colder hours that the couch and countless snacks have always seemed to be the answer to. It’s time then to adapt and plan, perhaps altering the timing of some of your food you plan for your day and figuring out how not to have your NEAT shut off at 5pm. Here are a few strategies to put into play:
Change is hard, but change we must if we want to evolve. Move through this darker season a little differently this year and perhaps feel a bit lighter because of it. Thx Patti   A 5min read
Communities play an important role in every aspect of our lives. We have communities in our friends, our families, our jobs, our neighborhoods, and in so many other places. Having a sense of community unites us; it can make us feel as though we are a part of something greater than ourselves. It can give us opportunities to connect with people, to reach for our goals, and makes us feel safe and secure. Our PLT Community, is especially warm, inviting and nurturing and that is because of each and every one of them; their presence is everything to us Life trips up each and every one of us sometimes, and when that happens we need people to remind us of our true potential, what we are capable of. We each have a gift that we’re meant to share and finding people to remind us of that makes life a little easier. Encouragement is something I see in the PLT Community daily and it’s beautiful to me. Life happens, the good, the bad, and the unthinkable. It’s important to have people around to help carry you through all of the emotions. A community should challenge you to become a better person. Whether you need a new outlook on life, or a support team to help you rise from a difficult, challenging place. Sometimes we need tough love and raw honesty to show us that the biggest obstacle in life might just be ourselves. Sometimes we simply need to know we are not alone. Perhaps the biggest benefit of a community is the opportunity for you to give back. The self-fulfillment you feel when you give more than you receive is priceless. Helping and supporting others feeds your soul in a way that nothing else can. A community gives you reasons to celebrate the small things in life and people to be thankful for. And we all know we can never have too much gratitude in our lives. Our community of like-minded people is growing daily and the more it grows the more diverse it becomes and support is available. No matter if you’re an introvert or an extrovert, no matter if you share or simply observe, you will benefit from being there and we welcome you with open arms. Have a beautiful Sunday everyone and thank you💛 tks Patti   A 2 min Read So You Think You Want A Meal Plan? At PLT Nutrition we are regularly asked ‘Can I get a meal plan?’ & the answer I’m afraid is always ‘No’
Meal plans are all or nothing, they tell you to ‘eat this’ or ‘eat that’. If you can follow one, they work, but if you can’t follow it, they don’t work. There's only Plan A, no B Here’s why at PLT Nutrition we believe you don’t need a meal plan.
OK, so I don't want a meal plan, now what? What should I eat to meet my PLT Nutrition plan guidelines? Quite simply, you should eat the foods you do today, just in different portion sizes. At PLT Nutrition we believe your diet should remain as close to its current style as possible, then over time you build new habits and substitute some foods to improve your overall health. Tks Paul Leonard Founder   A 3 min read What’s your name and where do you come from? My name is Melissa Sloan. I have lived in Morehead Kentucky for the last 2 years. I lived in Richland Washington before that. Do you have a family and what’s your profession? I am married to the best guy ever. Great support and encourager. I have 5 children. My oldest daughter is married and expecting our first grand baby. Our second daughter just got married. Our one and only amazing son is about to finish up a two year mission for our church. He has been in California. I have a 13 year old daughter at home and a 7 year old daughter at home. Love my family dearly. They are my life. I have a degree. I graduated with my radiology tech degree. I worked taking cat scans for 18 years. I have been a full time stay at home mom for the last 4 years.
How did you get introduced to PLT?
I heard about PLT from my husband. He went to the gym with Amy Hill and was impressed with her fitness and progress and she told him about PLT. A long time later I got on board. Who is your coach? Amy Hill is my coach. She has been so great. Name 3 things that sum up your thoughts on your coach * very very supportive * challenges me and helps me set realistic goals * listens to my crazy life but doesn’t let me make excuses. How did you find your PLT onboarding experience & community experience? It has been an amazing experience. What dieting programs had you tried previously and what makes PLT standout from previous programs? In the past I just “tried” to eat “healthy” with the little knowledge I had. I would do ok but not really see any results. I needed to be held accountable. I needed to actually “SEE” what and how much I was eating. Way different than what I thought. What was your driving reason for joining PLT? My main reason for joining was for weight loss. I also wanted to not hate looking at myself and I wanted to feel better and not hurt all the time. I wanted to be stronger and more confident. How much weight have you lost with PLT? I lost 32 lbs What non-scale successes have you found since joining PLT? Some other wins for me have been getting stronger and almost being able to do my first pull-up. Doing full box jumps instead of step ups and full push ups. My confidence has increased and I enjoy getting dressed in the morning. Just feeling better. How have you increased your nutritional education since PLT? I have learned that it’s a journey with lots of climbs and hills. Some harder than others. I still struggle sometimes but I have learned so much during my time with PLT that I feel very confident in myself. What 1 piece of advice would you give to people considering joining PLT or new members? My advice would be to NOT give up ever. I have had some very challenging weeks and thought I’ve messed it all up, but just start again. Get back at it. One bit at a time. I try to count my small successes, because they do add up. I’m so so thankful for this journey and for my coach and all her support. Your turn now; what 1 thing would you like to ask me? My question for you would be, what’s the very best way to keep from slipping back into old habits and overcoming the fear of failure. And when I do slip, what do I do to get back and take off anything that’s been done or gained. What is the number one problem that you have seen that puts weight back on? Too much food, wrong food like too much fat or carbs, etc. Thanks so so much PLT for this journey and I hope to continue progressing! Hi Melissa. Tks for the question! We nearly all occasionally slip back into poor habits, poor habits are never that far away. There really is no failure, there’s always a positive process you can apply. It’s not important what you do occasionally, only what you do frequently that matters. If you falter or do something to cause your weight to bounce, it’s best to understand the reasons why, accept it and follow your processes you know work. Eating whole foods, drinking water and moving about. The single biggest issue is when people don’t manage their increased weight. Maintenance is a calorie and weight range, your weight will go up and down. I feel it’s important to recognize when your weight is a little too high and then move to a lower calorie plan until you see a number on the scale you prefer. You have an issue when you don’t act on a high scale number and continue to consume more than you burn, then your weight increases again. This is statistically how people gain weight, less from constant overeating but more from spiked weight that's not acted upon and managed. Coach Amy will take you through these scenarios as you move more into maintenance. Tks Paul.  A 3 minute read What’s your name and where do you come from? My name is Sam and I'm from Canton, OH Do you have a family and what’s your profession? I have 2 boys, 3 if you include my husband and lots of fur babies as well! I am a LC/MS Chemist as well as the Laboratory Supervisor.
How did you get introduced to PLT? I saw one of my bff's fabulous results in FB! Thanks again Heather Napieralski! Who is your coach? The famous, Coach Deb. Name 3 things that sum up your thoughts on your coach 1. Kick ass 2. A-mazing 3. Motivating Are you engaged in regular exercise/a sport? Somewhat....daily walks during my lunch, bike rides with the kiddos and horseback riding when I can fit it in my schedule. How did you find your PLT onboarding experience & community experience? A little overwhelming for the first week but after that, smooth sailing. What dieting programs had you tried previously and what makes PLT standout from previous programs? I went through a dietitian through my doctor....I paid more out of pocket to talk to her for 15 mins than I did for this program! It was a joke. What was your driving reason for joining PLT? I was NOT happy with myself. I've always been fit and active and after having kids, everything got thrown off and I wanted to get back to what I use to look like and feel better about myself. I also wanted to lose weight for my horses sake because he was diagnosed with navicular disease last year and I wanted to take some weight off of him to help heal and stay healthy. How much weight have you lost with PLT? As of today, 40 lb What non-scale successes have you found since joining PLT? People think I look younger! What 1 piece of advice would you give to people considering joining PLT or new members? I have told everyone that it's totally worth it and you won't regret it! Your turn now; what 1 thing would you like to ask me? Oh man!! What made you want to create this program??? Because all I can say is I'm glad you did!! Hi Sam, Tks for the question! I too once had a lot of weight to lose, most of which I lost myself, but I had worked with a coach towards the end of my journey. During that time I became fascinated by nutrition and would read and listen to podcasts daily. I also began to help a number of people, who were actually paying other companies for coaching, and eventually someone said "you help so many people for free why don’t you become a paid coach yourself?" So I did! I wasn’t really sure initially but I quickly signed some clients and it really snowballed, inside a few months I had too many clients to manage myself and approached Coach Patti to help me. The rest is history. Thanks Paul  A 3 minute read. What’s your name and where do you come from? Hi, my name is Eunice Joannys Zea and I am from Trujillo Alto, Puerto Rico. I have been living in Pittsburgh, PA since 2014. Do you have a family and what’s your profession? I am an English Language Specialist (ELS) teacher in Mathematics for grades 1st-5th in Pittsburgh and I have been married for almost 7 years to my husband Jovan Rohena and we have a beautiful fun toddler, Emmett, who is 2 years and 8 months. We also have an English Labrador, Jaxson, 5 years old.
How did you get introduced to PLT?
I was introduced to PLT by the members of St. Clair Fitness Center, especially Arianna Chiani Welling. Who is your coach? The best motivator and cheerleader in town, Paul Leonard! Name 3 things that sum up your thoughts on your coach 1. Amazing motivator 2. Finder of a person’s potential to maximize the best of them 3. Knowledgeable & Committed to us Are you engaged in regular exercise/a sport? Yes, I love to lift weights, attend my spinning classes, and enjoy outdoor activities. I am now committed to learn more about running and to find my pace. How did you find your PLT onboarding experience & community experience? My PLT experience has been the best experience to reach my fitness and wellness goals. During this experience, I reached my weight goal faster than ever before but at the same time, I learned to enjoy new food items that I never liked before and I also learned so many new habits and ideas from our community. I have learned how my body functions and what meals go according to my plan and my body. I love that I can eat my chocolate, if it goes with my plan! What dieting programs had you tried previously and what makes PLT standout from previous programs? I've tried many of them! I tried the Counting Calories by myself, eating 1,200 calories a day for weeks without calorie changes and getting bored. I followed Keto, Paleo, Atkins, Military diets, and more. I did body builder meal plans and I even switched for a while to a vegan lifestyle. What stands out from PLT is definitely the 1-1 connection with a coach and receiving guidance from someone real, someone that went through the same experiences, someone who can answer your questions right away and plans accordingly to your needs and goals, and someone who cheers you up in every step or challenge along the way. PLT gave me this experience. One that was enjoyable and one where I was able to live life to my fullest potential while cutting and dropping weight without being hungry. I enjoyed every minute of the way. What was your driving reason for joining PLT? My driving reason was the amazing results from other PLT members and St. Clair Fitness members. I felt that I really needed to learn about how my body works and learn new dieting habits. How much weight have you lost with PLT? I have lost 14 pounds with PLT. What non-scale successes have you found since joining PLT? One of the non-scale successes from PLT is that I love the way I look. More than a weight on the scale, I really wanted to look fit because who wants to exercise a lot and not look like it? I am also loving that I can live life and enjoy so many different food items, that I never did before. How have you increased your nutritional education since PLT? Honestly, my coach has taught me so much about macros and how they affect my body. With Paul, I have learned about cortisol, muscle glycogen, fluid fluctuations, women’s cycles and so much more. He is so knowledgeable and on every email he answers your questions with great facts to educate yourself on nutritional topics. The PLT private facebook community is also a great part of this nutritional education, in that group you learn from each others experiences, new facts, and new recipes to fit your desires and goals. What 1 piece of advice would you give to people considering joining PLT or new members? Enjoy the process, learn more about your body, ask all the questions you have, and look out for patterns on your meals and how your body reacts to the numbers. All these will help you during your plan but even better, for the rest of your life. Your turn now; what 1 thing would you like to ask me? Ummmm… What diets did you try before learning about Macros and Nutrition? Hi Eunice thanks for the question! Over the years I had done WW, Atkins, and even briefly the Cambridge Diet! Admittedly then I wasn't that heavy. Eventually, when I reached my peak weight and decided I needed to improve my weight and health for my family, I kind of did my own thing! Without any nutritional knowledge, I lost 57lb in 20 weeks by reducing alcohol, limiting bread and potatoes - I mean 'Atkins' right? Lol I maintained this weight for 18 months before working with a coach myself and that's when I was exposed to macro based coaching which I liked but it was overly focused on macros. Macros are cool for nutritional awareness and a balanced plate of food but too much emphasis is given to them, its calories that are king, macros are the queen! Thanks Paul  A 3 minute read. What’s your name and where do you come from? Trisha Welsh - I grew up in Central Ohio, lived in Allentown Pennsylvania for 8 years and recently moved to Richmond Virginia. End of the month will be 2 years since moving. Do you have a family and what’s your profession? Last month I celebrated my 6 year wedding anniversary with my husband, Shayne. He is Canadian from Huntsville, Ontario. We met online and dated long distance for 2+ years. His job is what caused us to move in together from Ohio and Canada to Pennsylvania in 2010. We have a 4 year old son, Parker. He is a VERY active and imaginative young boy who is always on the run...literally running everywhere. Last year we adopted Henry, our rescue dog. The attached picture is of us four and the struggles of taking a nice family photo with a small child and a dog trying to appear like a normal high functioning family. My profession is in multi-unit restaurant management. I've worked for Panera Bread for 13+ years, and I'm currently the Area Director in Richmond. I have 8 locations and an incredible team of people who I lead and always try to set a positive example for them.  How did you get introduced to PLT? I used to attend the same gym as Tracy O'Connell. Her and I kept in touch over the years and when I was serious about weight loss, I reached out to her for recommendations and she spoke so highly of PLT. I trust Tracy's judgement, and decided to give it a shot. I'm also friends with a previous client, Jessica Jacquot, and she encouraged me to sign up as well. Who is your coach? The wonderful Miss Amy Name 3 things that sum up your thoughts on your coach 1. Accountability....with a little well deserved tough love :) 2. Kindness - she would help me see the small victories when I struggled to see them myself. 3. Patience - for all the types I was late turning my tracker in...i'm so sorry! your patience makes you a saint! Are you engaged in regular exercise/a sport? Now I am, but I wasn't always. I took about a 2 year break from Crossfit and started again in January. My healthy journey with PLT gave me the confidence to go back. In addition I'm forcing myself to run outside. I hate running, running hates me....so we will learn to get along so I can catch up with my 4 year old before he can outrun me. (he is close!) How did you find your PLT onboarding experience & community experience? I love the community. I was very unsure of what to expect in the beginning as I have never had a formal coach or nutrition program but it was easy! Coach Amy gave me all the tools I needed and it took off from there! What dieting programs had you tried previously and what makes PLT standout from previous programs? I used to take all the weight loss meds and would buy into any gimmick that would convince me I can lose weight. I've struggled with body image and weight my whole life (even when I was at my fittest, I had little to no confidence). PLT is different because it broke down the science of weight loss without being hungry all day. Before PLT, I didn't want to believe that calorie deficit was the answer. I would eat "healthy", eating the stupid salad and drink all the water but still no weight loss. I was convinced something was wrong with me, even to the point that I had my Thyroid tested (...it's slightly underactive but not enough to cause problems). I also had a fear that if I restricted calories I would develop an unhealthy eating disorder. I also didn't understand Macros. I knew what they were but not how sourcing calories in the right amount of macros would make a difference in weight loss. PLT taught me that I'm not broken, I can lose weight and if I understand how my body ACTUALLY works and not how I THINK it works. In essence, I started to trust the science and trust my coach. What was your driving reason for joining PLT? Many reasons. I used to be fit-ish and healthy, and I miss the energy level I had. After I had my son, I gained 30+ pounds in about 6 months, and 50 lbs in about a year. My family of origin has a long history of poor health from poor decision making, and I really started to fear I was going to be like them. I don't want to be diabetic and have high blood pressure in my 30's. My husband and son are very active and deserve a mom/wife who can keep up with them. I also lead a team of 300+ people. If I am to be the role model I want to be, I need to physically take care of myself so I can lead by example. I know I will have more energy and stamina if I take care of my physical body. My family and my team deserves the best of me, and not just what's leftover. How much weight have you lost with PLT? 28 total and 22lbs since starting PLT! started my health journey at 211, joined PLT at 205 and I hit 183 two weeks ago. What non-scale successes have you found since joining PLT? I can run a mile without dying anymore. I'm not fast, but I am consistent. I returned to the gym and I'm thriving! It's such a confidence booster. Clothes are starting to fit better and better. The best non-scale success is when I get a compliment from someone who notices I'm working hard at losing the weight. How have you increased your nutritional education since PLT? I've learned so much! The community questions and posts have been true eye-openers. I generally struggle eating protein, as I'm not a big meat eater, and many of the discussions have helped me find ways to increase protein intake. The most impactful learning has been portion size. There is no substitution for a scale. Once I learned what portions are supposed to be rather than what my eyeballs think they should be, I now understand why I struggled with weight loss for so many years. What 1 piece of advice would you give to people considering joining PLT or new members? Be patient and consistent. Consistency builds the habits that most people currently lack, and habits are what will give you long term success and not a quick fix. For me, PLT taught me the lifestyle change I needed to make if I want to achieve my long term goals. ...and a 2nd piece of advice.... This is a self motivated program. Your coach is there to be a coach but not to play your game for you. Before you join, understand your "whys" for wanting to start and make sure they are strong enough that you won't want to quit on yourself. Your turn now; what 1 thing would you like to ask me? What is your "why" that drives you to have this company and help so many people live a healthier lifestyle? Hi Trisha, Thanks for the question! I became interested in nutrition after my own journey to lose weight and get fit again for my future and family's. Coaching people for nutrition and helping them achieve a healthier lifestyle is a real blessing to me. Clients connect deeply and share a lot of information with us, they let us into their lives and we feel every peak and trough of their journey. It has so many magical moments. Seeing them transform weekly is amazing, and I don't refer to the aesthetics, but the transformation of self. Their internal emotional changes are way more than the external physical transformation everyone sees. Watching them overcome their struggles keeps all us coaches motivated to help more people! Tks Paul   A 3 minute read What to expect Premenstrual syndrome or PMS is something that most women experience at some level; mood swings, fatigue, irritability, and food cravings which is what I am going to touch on here. This should help you to understand and navigate the cravings you experience without feeling as frustrated as you might have done in the past. What is happening in my body?
As you go through the phases of your cycle you have ebbs and spikes of different hormones. As levels of estrogen go up and down, so do levels of the stress hormone cortisol. When cortisol levels are high enough, the body turns on its fight-or-flight response, you become more metabolically charged and your appetite is stimulated. This, in turn, causes you to seek out carbs and fat. Most women with PMS experience a drop in serotonin levels, which triggers cravings for carbs because the body uses carbs to make serotonin. If cortisol is high and serotonin is low, you'll seek carbs and fats, but really heavy duty on the simple carbs; sugar based sweets like candy bars, cakes, cookies, etc. This is because simple sugars are metabolized faster than complex carbs, so they offer a quick serotonin fix. If cortisol is way up but serotonin is normal, you are more likely to crave a fat-carb combo without a huge sweet component, such as a big bagel laden with cream cheese or peanut butter. How should I eat? Try to eat as much of your carbs in complex carbohydrates as you can. Grains, lentils, sweet potatoes, white potatoes, bread, etc. Avoid processed sugar as much as you can as it will increase insulin secretion which lowers blood sugar which can increase your appetite for carbs and fats. Eat more frequently throughout the day please to help decrease cravings simply from being hungry. Keep your protein intake high and be sure you are spacing it out through your day; it will keep you satiated longer that way. What else can I do to help? Aside from the nutritional approach to combating cravings, there are behavioral approaches we can apply as well. Physical exertion works for some, meaning an intense workout; for others, a head clearing walk has the same effect. Journaling, something you will hear me talk about often, is something that I have seen so many women find comfort in over the years. This might be a nice addition for you if you are struggling and fighting cravings for food that you know is going to derail your progress. Taking a few minutes to write down how and what you are feeling as you stare at your pantry full of potential progress wreckers can very often change your perspective and therefore your behavior. Lastly, as with everything, speak to your personal nutrition coach. If you don't have a nutrition coach, reach out to PLT Nutrition & Fitness. It’s 100% ok to talk about your cycle and the many feelings it brings, physically and emotionally. Tks Patti  A 3 minute read. What’s your name and where do you come from? Lawrence (Larry) Amato Do you have a family and what’s your profession? My Bride-Marianne, 3 sons-Christopher-27 Zachary-18 and Evan-15. I am an Operations Manager for HNI Global  How did you get introduced to PLT? Coach Patti’s transformation inspired my wife and I. Who is your coach? Coach Deb Name 3 things that sum up your thoughts on your coach. 1. Focused 2. Straight shooter 3. Encouraging Are you engaged in regular exercise/a sport? Avid skier How did you find your PLT onboarding experience & community experience? Easy!!!! I just did it.. first week was a small bump, once over that, I went in feet first. What dieting programs had you tried previously and what makes PLT standout from previous programs? Not many really... I was a vegetarian for about 7 years in my 20’s... I was in great shape back then and ate/worked out responsibly .... this program works for me because it’s not really a program... for me... it’s an education on how to eat properly What was your driving reason for joining PLT? I was pushing 250 lbs with a cholesterol and high blood pressure issue... and at age 52 I didn’t want to go into my later years overweight. My wife and I decided why not get back to the way we were when we met each other; for me it’s 185 and that’s where I’m headed. And that’s where I plan to stay. How much weight have you lost with PLT? 56lbs! What non-scale successes have you found since joining PLT? I love the energy that I have and I love that I can fit into all of my clothes not just my fat ones. How have you increased your nutritional education since PLT? Yes, 100% What 1 piece of advice would you give to people considering joining PLT or new members? My advice would be, if you’re considering it then you’ve already made up your mind to join. Anyone can do anything and everyone is capable, so why not you? I have a dear friend who would eat nothing but beef and potatoes and now... he lost over 45 pounds on the PLT program and is eating cottage cheese and yogurt. If he can do that, then we all can do that. You owe it to yourself and you owe it to the people who love you to own your body and not let the food you eat own your body. Your turn now; what 1 thing would you like to ask me? I’d like to know your story Hi Larry,
Thanks for the question! I was a typically very active child and younger person. I got into bodybuilding and powerlifting at 13 and if I’m honest it kinda sidetracked my schooling, certainly hijacked my exams at 16! Through my 20s I still lifted with friends but in my 30s and 40s quit exercise and had a family, drank too much wine & slowly gained weight. Eventually at the end of 2014 I had hit 226lb and enough was enough. I embarked on 5 days a week CrossFit & made something dietary changes and limited alcohol to weekends. I lost 57lb in 20 weeks. I then maintained myself for approx 18 months but just didn’t look how I felt I should, considering I trained most days. Eventually I worked with 2 different coaches and stripped the remaining bodyfat off, tota 70lb lost. That sounds like a truly epic story but it has its negatives too; I was (in my opinion) over dieted down to 158lb by my coach, I’m at 180lb today, and my regular weight I would say is about 174. At the time I thought I looked great but looking back I did not. I went on my own and quickly regained 10lb weight. It taught me a lot about morals and ethics and the way the industry is focused sadly. During that time I taught myself a lot about nutrition and I knew I wanted to be a coach myself, so I would read and listen to podcasts daily. Eventually I became a coach and started PLT, the rest they say... |
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