Nikki

Goal: Fat loss and Control of Past Eating Disorder

Some of Nikki's words during receiving menu plans:

"You have managed to fix in 6 weeks what I have been working on for 4 years."

"Your menu is working perfect for me!!"

"You are the only one who has been able to help me. I have an eating disorder. Lots of people do. I don’t believe you are ever “cured” from it. You learn to deal with it. You learn to see read the signs. I have read mine. I used to say that nothing can be left up to me.  But I am learning by working with you. I have had curve balls thrown my way. I can tell you how I would have reacted a year ago today and how I actually handled it today. World of difference. That is because of you. You have become my crutch for now."

"I owe you a big hug. I’ve had some huge mile stones! There have been two trainers at the gym who don’t know me or really anything about me. Both have commented. Just this morning one of them walked over to me and said “You have really been losing weight, haven’t you?” I smiled and just said yes. Then he said “You look great. Really great. Keep up the good work!!” That was cool to have these two people that you think look right past you and then they comment."

"Yeah!!!!!! Yea us!!"

Straight from Nikki:

How have you benefited from working with Eve?

I have a brief story to tell.  

I was taking a running class and during a nutrition seminar, I learned about Eve. I started to call her in September of 2006. But, I couldn’t. I was WAY to busy. One thing after another kept coming up. I was sitting with my family after I ran the Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving day. My sister commented that surely I must have been losing a ton of weight with all the running. Actually, I hadn’t lost an ounce. In fact, I gained about 7 lbs. I had enough. How much more could I cut back on my food? I barely ate as it was.

I finally worked up the courage to call on December 6^th. We set an appointment for December 8^th. My best friend told me that I needed to be totally honest with her if I wanted this to work. My thought was “Define totally honest.” As I was talking with Eve during that appointment, she was casually mentioning to me that we would work fine together as long as we communicate. Communicate?? I thought to myself, “She doesn’t know what she is getting into, does she?” Then, it hit me like a ton of bricks. No. She didn’t know. I decided to be honest with her. I told her “I had an eating disorder…..Have an eating disorder.” She stopped typing, turned away from her computer and faced me. She said “Have an eating disorder? How so?” That began my honesty. Not only with her but with myself too. I explained the situation. But it was hard because I was fat. I mean  really fat. Not like one of those 60 pound little tiny girls that think they are fat. I mean like 35% body fat and clinically obese fat. And here I was sitting in front of this nearly perfect individual bearing my soul. Every thought, every struggle, every everything. I was so embarrassed to say it I was nearly paralyzed. I wanted to cry right there. But she smiled and said “I think I can help you. If you will continue to be honest with me, then I think I can help you.”

I believe that you never recover from an eating disorder. You learn to deal with it, recognize the signs and work though it. She has taught me how to recognize the difference in really being hungry, and wanting to eat out of boredom or to deal with stress. Most importantly, if I happen to binge, she has taught me what it really means if I starve myself after. She has also taught me why I can no longer do that. She has been so patient with me. I know that I don’t have to make excuses. I just have to be honest. 7 months later, I look forward to eating. I’ve lost 26 lbs, 12% body fat and more inches than I even know.  The most important thing is how I feel physically and emotionally. I’m not quite at my goal yet, but I know I will get there. Next goal, ½ marathon. After that, marathon.  I am planning on keeping Eve with me for as long as it takes.

How long have you/did you work with Eve?

I’m approaching 8 months with no plan on discontinuing our relationship. My next goal is a half marathon. Then a marathon. I would not take on that task without her.

What are the most noted results you have experienced?

I’ve lost 30 pounds, 11% body fat, and more inches than even know. More importantly, I am happy, outgoing, enthusiastic, and energetic. I am a changed person. I am my old self again.

What was your favorite part about workouts with Eve (if applicable)?

Eve has been my personal trainer for about 5 months now. I love to be challenged. It is always a challenge. My favorite part is the fact that I can see results happening now. I trust that she will push me right to my limit, but I don’t have to worry about getting injured. She would never let that happen. 

What was the most valuable information you took from working with Eve?

There is no single most valuable thing. It is all valuable and I continue to learn from her every day.

Would you use the service again?

I don’t want to think about the term “again”. Eve has become more than a service provider. She is someone that I know I can count on. She is my friend.