Your Villa - Riverside - December 2023-February 2024

Hi, my name is Doug, and I’ve been working with Karla on and o for about 12 or 13 years. I am legally blind due to my diabetes, a condition I’ve had since I was about three years old. My vision has progressively worsened over the years, reaching a point of pretty low vision at this stage. Karla has been really good about working with me and helping me adapt to my vision limitations. Around 2019, I underwent a kidney-pancreas transplant due to kidney damage caused by diabetes. Fortunately, the transplant has been successful, and I’m not diabetic at the moment. I understand that it might recur in the future, but for now, I’m taking advantage of my improved health. I started working with Karla again in mid-December of last year. Since then, I’ve lost about 40 pounds, just under, through Karla’s guidance. We began with Zoom training, something new for me, which is convenient as I don’t have to leave the house or share equipment with anyone. I was around 210 pounds, and my main goal was weight loss and reducing body fat without losing too much muscle. The approach has worked well, incorporating drop sets, various balance exercises, squats, deadlifts, and focusing on a healthier diet by cutting out processed foods. Currently, I’m down to about 170 pounds, and my cardio endurance has significantly improved. I push myself harder during workouts, progressing from five minutes of moderate- paced flat incline to 45 minutes to an hour on a steeper incline. I’ve also noticed improved stability, being able to do one-leg squats without needing external support. It’s rewarding to see positive results. For anyone out there feeling discouraged or thinking they’re too out of shape or have physical limitations, I’d say there’s always something you can do to improve your condition, even if it’s just a little bit. Keep pushing yourself; there’s value in the e ort. — Doug KARLA ADAMS 26 Years Experience in Exercise Science and Sports Nutrition “I am legally blind and lost 40 lbs.” — Doug Call for more information. “We began with Zoom training, something new for me, which is convenient as I don’t have to leave the house or share equipment with anyone.” CALL TODAY: 1.800.2606FIT www.karlaadams.com The Perfect New Year’s Resolution! 25-40% OFF YOUR FIRST PACKAGE!