Success Stories

Hi Kenny,

How are you?  I know it's been a while since you have seen me.  I am still alive!  For some reason I lost my motivation to work out.  I was pleased with my results.  Do you know I lost a total of 31lbs since I started with you in January.  I was thrilled! I'll be honest "I fell off of the wagon"  I started eating anything I wanted, and that coupled with no exercise leads to weight gain.  I gained about 3 lbs back.  I have noticed a change in my body,  it's gotten soft!  not good.

So I am writing you to proclaim that I am BACK!  I want to start back next Tuesday (7-5-05) 6pm. Do you still train someone in home on Tues/Thurs? 

Please let me know if you can work me in.  I want to start back slow. I am determined.  I have an event to attend at the end of the month, I really want to look my best.

Please forgive me that I haven't called or written.  I hope all is well.  Please give my best to Theresa and Mr. Tyrone.  I hope you can fit me in next week.

By the way, my sister is interested in joining also, I'm thrilled!

Sincerely,
Shelly W.Gross

Since I’ve been going to FFL my energy level has increased which is something that I couldn’t say about 3 months ago while attending B____’s. At B___’s it was hard to motivate myself to even walk through the doors. I always had to wonder if certain equipment would be available as well as dealing with the overcrowdedness that would often occur. At FFL you’re scheduled by appointments to avoid over crowding as well as long lines for the equipment. The scheduling is both convenient for yourself and the certified personal trainers that work with you during your workout. The trainers provide you with the personal attention that’s necessary to help you meet your fitness goal. Unfortunately not all fitness facilities provide such an efficient service as FFL. It has been my experience when going to the other big gyms, the personal trainers don’t give you the special attention you need and deserve. They seem to care more about your money than your health and fitness goals. At FFL you can not expect anything less. You may go in feeling tired but after your workout you leave feeling refreshed and good about yourself..

 Rashida Allen- Baltimore, MD.

March 1, 2004, I made a decision to take charge of my life. I started a fitness program with Fit For Life Personal Training. Three days a week I worked out in the gym and I started a nutritional program that included eating better and supplementing my diet with the Freedom Quest USA products. Today is June 12, 2004 and I am down two dress sizes. I am more mobile, I feel better, even my skin looks better. I even had someone ask me have I has gastro bi-pass surgery. This is just the beginning, through the power and strength of God in my life, I know that I will become a brand new me.

Marcia Morris – Baltimore, MD

I was severely overweight, I gained 10 pounds per year for the last five years. I also found out that I had adult onset diabetes. My glucose count was around 168. Since I’ve been working out with my trainer Kenny at Fit For Life I lost 15 pounds and lowered my glucose by 44 points. It’s now at 124 points. This all happened in a very short period of time. I didn’t realize when I started exercising with Kenny 3 times a week and moderately changing my eating habits that I would be making a lifestyle change. I am more committed now than ever to continue to improve my health & fitness status and to truly become Fit For Life! Barbara- Baltimore, MD

Some changes I’ve seen so far as a result of training with Kenny at Fit For Life P. T.

I wore an awesome suit last Friday that I purchased last winter for the first time this winter. I could not fit into the suit prior to weight training. I received so many compliments about how good it fit. I was so excited that I thought about stopping pas your studio to show you but I thought – “ he’ll think I’m losing it”. I say that jokingly but seriously that is what is happening . I can already see myself losing the inches. It has only been three weeks since I began my workout with you! I’ve been telling other women that weight training really works and will get you into clothes you thought you’ll never be able to wear again.

Other benefits that I can see so far are increased energy, stamina and strength.

I have to tell you one other awesome improvement I’ve seen. Over two years ago I sprained my right toe and since then I have experienced discomfort when trying to do exercises where I have to flex my foot. Since you started me with the split squats I have been feeling more comfortable and my foot has more flexibility.

I just wanted to let you know the benefits that I’ve realized in such a short period of time.

Thanks for your help Kenny.
Trish Frazier – Baltimore, MD 2/28/2004

I highly recommend the Fit For Life Personal Training Studio for anyone who is serious about making a lifestyle change and would like to achieve optimal physical health.

My experience with Fit For Life has been invaluable. The support, knowledge, motivation, and encouragement I have received has allowed me to make better health choices and to take pride in my temple. As a result I have lost two clothes sizes in less than 8 weeks and I feel wonderful.

Dina – Baltimore, Maryland 3/3/2004

After eating cereal and 2% milk for years, it was suggested that I try the Authors’ ChoiceSugar BustersCookies and Authors’ ChoiceSugar Bustershigh Protein Shakes. To my delight they were to my satisfaction. I lost 15 lbs. Over a very short period of time. With exercise and adding the Sugar Buster Cookies and Power Lean Shake I have more muscle tone and less fat. You should try It.

Oh, I forgot to mention that I’m diabetic and the cookies and shake are perfect for diabetics.

Ray Rice – Baltimore, MD

On Saturday, July 12, 2003, Kenny invited me to a health and wellness meeting with Freedom Quest USA. When I arrived at the meeting I was suffering from a severe headache that I had for 3 days. I called it the headache from H-E-L-L-L. I was allowed to sample the Power Lean Vanilla Shake and the Sugar Buster’s Oatmeal Spice Cookie. Within 10 – 15 minutes I noticed my headache was starting to lift. By the end of the meeting my headache was completely gone!

Mrs. Nina Dennard – Reisterstown, MD.

I started working out with Kenny April of 2002. My reason was basically that I have a lung disease called Sarcoidosis. It affects the lungs and many other major organs. I was tired of feeling tired and was very fatigue. Since exercising I am not tired, my breathing test from my doctor has improved tremendously. My medication Prednisone a steroid has been reduced drastically. I went from a size 10 in my clothes to an 8 and I am very firm now. I have even learned to eat healthy and to plan my meals correctly instead of 1 or 2 meals a day. I have been ill with this disease for 6 yrs and now my doctor has informed me to continue doing whatever I am doing. I advised him that I am exercising and weight training and he advised me to continue because it has improved my health. I have notice a change that even my doctors can’t explain. I can honestly say that exercising has changed my life tremendously, not just health wise but spiritually too. God Bless you Kenny.

Norma Jones – Baltimore, MD

Kenny became my personal trainer about two years ago. I was a very reluctant participant. I had been a "couch potato" all my life. I'm the kind of person who buys a gym membership and never goes. Since I've been training with Kenney people ask me if I'd lost weight. I really didn't know, I've always found getting on a scale so depressing so I avoided it at all cost. However, I summoned up the courage and found I had lost 25 pounds! I continue to lose about 1 pound per week. This may sound slow but, I'm down 45 pounds and still going strong. I don't hate exercising so much and my mental outlook has improved. I eat less, but I would never say I'm starving. The best thing of all, is that since I made small changes over time, I know that this time will be permanent, because, unlike those diets and other fads, I know I can live with these changes. Kenney's the best!

Dianne Lyday - Baltimore, MD 11/2001

Dianne and I have been working out together for over two years - something neither of us has done this long before. The difference this time is having a compatible work-out partner and Kenny as our trainer. Kenny has encouraged us since day one. As we progressed, his enthusiasm and pride in our accomplishments has never wavered.

Working out is essential for me because I use diet and exercise to control my diabetes. I do not take medication for it. During these months with Kenny, I have lost 20 pounds and two dress sizes. My doctor says that my blood work now shows no evidence of my diabetes. Because of the diabetes my doctor advised me that my LDL "bad cholesterol" of 112 needed to be under 100. At my last visit it was 82. My doctor has been pleased and amazed at the results I have achieved. I am stronger and feel better now than I did 10 years ago. I thank God that Kenny came into my life.

Cynthia Taylor - Woodlawn, MD 11/2001

Since I've been training at Fit For Life Personal Training Studio, I've adopted and attitude of being "fit for life!" My body, mind and spirit are constantly under construction. God's gift to me is my body, mind and spirit, so I must take care of what he gave me. I have modified my eating habits and my commitment of training at least three times a week. I also encourage my fellow church members to follow a fitness and nutrition plan. I am to follow God's command I want to be fit for the job!

Shirley Stitt - Baltimore, MD

When I started "Fit For Life Personal Training" in January of 2002, I had limited mobility of my left arm. My doctor said I had bursitis. I was hesitant about exercising and using that arm but I later consulted my doctor to get his approval to exercise and he gave me the go ahead. I then talked to my nephew, Kenny, the owner of Fit For Life and he convinced me to start his personal training program. After months of strength training, cardiovascular exercise and good nutrition you probably won’t believe this, but I still pinch myself everyday, I have NO MORE PAIN and I have gained the full use of my left arm. My doctor can’t believe the changes in the range of motion in my arm. Thanks to GOD and Kenny for the success I have accomplished! I will be doing this FOR LIFE! As my trainer & nephew always tell all of his clients, "YOU’RE SURE TO STAY FIT WHEN YOU GET FIT FOR LIFE! This is the honest truth.

Naomi Watkins - Baltimore, MD

"…. Since I joined Fit For Life I’ve developed a new mindset concerning exercise. I smoked cigarettes for several years and I knew that I needed to quit. After a few months of personal training, I knew that I wasn’t getting the full benefit of the training because of the cigarettes. With the guidance, support and encouragement of my mentor and Personal Trainer, Kenneth Reed, I finally quit smoking. I feel a hundred times better and my energy level has increased. My body is taking on a new shape and I’ve never felt better in my life. Isn’t it amazing how God puts people in your life just when you need them? Thanks Kenny (Mr. CEO – Smile)…. "

Karen Thornton - Baltimore, MD

I’m in a generation where I’m the care taker for my mother. Watching her venture into an "older age" has not been a great process. She never exercised or ate healthy. She’s now in a nursing home (my brothers and I have determined it to be "one of the best") receiving great care. One of us is there with her every evening at meal time. Two of my brothers are retired and manage to stop in at different times during the day. We like keeping a check on things.

Watching my mom, has made me reevaluate my life style...in that, I see how important it is to have physical fitness as a part of my everyday existence. I finally joined Fit For Life after some coercion from co-workers and soon found that three times a week, one and a half to two hours of personal training had made quite a difference in how I feel! I’ve found invigoration in performing the circuit of exercises planned out for me. However, the routine is never routine: Kenny finds something different to throw into the mix and make these sojourns into the world of fitness quite exciting.
If you were to ask what I enjoy most, I’d have to say all of it!! The exercises themselves, the people (the morning bunch, are just an exceptional group of NOTWOBODIESARETHESAME with one common goal, to get fit and stay fit) and the orderliness/cleanliness of the gym. I think there is only one woman older than me in this group and she can easily put us all to shame. But, understand that everyone works at their own pace, has their own goals and are very supportive of one another. I’d say at this time, my goal is to strengthen my right arm and left leg, I’m a bowler. But I must say that training with Kenny at Fit for Life has given me vigor and great breathing techniques. Breathing is really a very important entity in getting fit. And, I’m learning of this at Fit for Life. Thank you Kenny for giving me a new outlook and release on life!!!

Sincerely,
Lee Pearson - Baltimore, MD
Prodgelee ("Lee") Pearson
‘57 years young’