​Two years ago, I fell and broke both my elbows and my left foot. Those two seconds cost me, three days in the hospital, one month completely immobile (couldn’t even go to the bathroom by myself!), one surgery, nine months of physical therapy. Before my accident, I was in the best shape I had been in, with a consistent workout routine. I have spent most of my life trying to find the right balance and was shattered to learn that my progress would be derailed. I spent the next year watching what I ate because physical activity was very limited (long walks made my foot swell for two days and my doctor would not allow any upper body movement until I healed). At the end of 2019, I wrapped up physical therapy and was cleared to workout. I was so excited to start working out again and get back in my routine.  However, what I didn’t was: 1) my body had completely changed, and I would have to rebuild every muscle 2) a national pandemic was going to hit. For the first few months of the pandemic, I was consistent with the at home workouts, but I didn’t see any results. Eventually, I let my nutrition slip as food and alcohol became my only indulgence while being stuck at home. It all caught up with me and the turning point was on 4th of July. I took a picture with my boyfriend; he was hugging me from behind and it literally looked like a pregnancy announcement. I laughed about it with my friends but deep down I was shattered. At that point, I knew I needed help and reached out to Kate.

Initially, I signed up with Kate thinking that I would buckle down for 3 months, meet my goals, and get back to my old routine. However, I am starting month 7 and cannot imagine life without her program. In the beginning, I was very hard on myself because I did not see that “quick fix.” Looking back, I understand how important it is to go slow to create a lifestyle. Instead of overwhelming me on day 1, Kate started small and each month we added on more to create habits that have turned into a lifestyle. I am better equipped with the right tools so I can create a balance that allows me to indulge, but also stay on track. For the first time, I am looking forward to bikini season to show off all my hard work.  

I did not realize how much I would gain from this program. Kate continually approaches me with warmth, compassion, support, and encouragement. There are weeks where I am not as motivated or committed. Rather than scolding me, Kate motivates me to get back on track and move forward. It is refreshing to know that I can have off weeks and be okay. I am so excited for what is to come and look forward to continuing to work with Kate and the rest of the KP Fitness team. Thank you for helping me to gain back my confidence!!