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Don
What if your employer told you to lose weight and get fit—or else?
That’s what happened to one FT-Bearden client. The military recently modified its fitness standards, and Don failed to pass the new fitness test. He was told: pass the test or lose your job.
When working out at home didn’t produce results, Don did a simple Internet search. He considered other options, but Craig’s quick response combined with the experience during his free session convinced Don to choose FT.
Don says his accomplishments surprised even him. “I’m 42 years old,” he explains. “I thought I was too old and too far gone to work my way back in shape. But I went to the gym and did something every day to meet my goals. I feel great and I believe my clothes fit better, which makes me look better.”
Best of all, Don passed his most recent physical fitness test and kept his job. “It’s not rocket science,” he says. “You just have to be accountable, burn off more than you take in, work harder than you ever have, sweat a lot, and bite off that elephant one piece at a time! If I can do this, anyone can!”
Though hard work and discipline were important, Don admits he could not have accomplished his goals alone. “My wife Maranda was very supportive of my decision to join Fitness Together, and I can’t thank her enough,” he says. “I feel like I’m among friends with Craig, Lyn, the trainers, and the other clients. I could not have done it without their encouragement, prayers, motivation, and friendship.”
