In this blog post, I’m excited to share the inspiring journey of Meryl Walters from Wales with our most-loved Lean Legs 1 Program!

She talks about what clicked for her, the challenges she pushed through, and the amazing progress and results she achieved.

Can you tell us a little bit about yourself?

• Name – Meryl
• Age – 44 years
• Location – Wales
• Body Type – Endomorph
• Program – Lean Legs 1 Program
• Cardio – power walks + running
• Equipment Used – ankle weights

Did you know which body type you are before doing the Body Type Quiz? Have you ever tried exercising according to your body type before you started the program?

Meryl: Yes, I’ve always known that I was more pear shaped so I wasn’t surprised to get the endomorph result. I’ve never come across an exercise program based on body shape though, so that was brilliant and a key reason why I’ve stayed with Rachael’s workouts.

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What was your fitness routine before you started the program? What made you change it?

Meryl: Tried a variety of things over the years. More recently I’d tried various YouTube videos by different trainers, but didn’t find that they helped slim down my legs. If anything, some made my legs a little bigger, which was not what I wanted!

How did you find out about the program and what convinced you to try it out?

Meryl: I came across Rachael on Instagram. What convinced me to stay was the focus on ‘lean legs’ which is key for an endomorph and especially the inspiring before and after pictures, showing me actual results!

When did you first start seeing results? How did you track your progress and how did you feel when you noticed those first results?

Meryl: Being an endomorph, it was definitely a process but in time the results did come. I really had to persevere over many months. The key additional factor on top of the exercise program was nailing the diet, and especially the importance of increasing my protein intake. For a few weeks, I even started tracking my macros and that was an eye opener! I no longer do that as I’ve learnt my lessons but that was super helpful and has helped me maintain my weight, moving forward.

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What was your absolute favorite part of the program and why?

Meryl: I love my 2 walks a day! I can’t imagine life without them now, but it’s become far more than just an exercise to keep my legs lean. It’s enriched my spiritual life in giving me space to seek God and pray, as well as giving me space to process life, which is great for my mental health! Walking wins!

What was the most challenging part of the program? What motivated you to keep going?

Meryl: When it’s cold outside and I’m tired after a weeks work, going outside for a run or doing a workout isn’t always easy, but it’s become my weekly rhythm, so it’s what I do now, whether I feel like it or not. Because my Monday to Friday is so full of work, I don’t manage a third strength workout which is a shame but I’m pleased with my consistent weekend workouts. My motivation is having a slim, toned and healthy body. 

How did you feel after finishing the program? What are your goals for the future?

Meryl: I don’t feel that I’ve finished. It’s a continual exercise program and lifestyle now. My goals are to maintain what I’ve achieved, enjoy the process and to keep fueling my body in the best way possible.

How many rounds of the program did you do? (One round is 8 weeks)

Meryl: I did around 2 rounds of Lean Legs 1 and am just starting my 2nd round of Lean Legs 2.

Are you happy with what you have achieved so far? How do you plan on continuing your fitness journey?

Meryl: Yes, I’m happy with what I’ve achieved. My plan is to carry on doing what I’ve been doing, which is combining a protein rich diet, with daily walks and weekend strength workouts.

Would you recommend the program to your friends? Why? What makes it stand out?

Meryl: Yes, I would and I already have! What makes it stand out for me are low impact exercises tailored to your body shape.

Do you have any advice for the girls that are about to start their fitness journey?

Meryl: As a short, pear shaped endomorph, I used to think that slim legs were an impossibility. But with that weekly discipline of walking, doing some workouts and eating the right mix of foods, I was staggered to see a thigh gap emerging! So go for it girls! Lean legs are possible for us all!

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What was your diet like while following the program?

Meryl: I learnt to increase my protein intake whilst on the program. My diet would include a protein smoothie with berries, nuts and seeds in the morning, oatmeal most weekday lunchtimes and then a dinner of veggies and some form of protein, like turkey, chicken, tofu or salmon.

What’s your typical “plate” look like?

Meryl: My typical evening dinner plate would look like an oven baked fillet of salmon or chicken, with vegetables like broccoli, peas and carrots and some baby new potatoes. Or I’d stir fry some other veggies like peppers, onions and courgettis and have with some marinated tofu. 

Did you restrict yourself with any form/kind of food?

Meryl: I’d have any kind of food I wanted including chocolate, ice cream and other sweet treats. The only restriction would be allowing myself a chunk or two of chocolate instead of the whole bar! Or a spoon full of my favorite ice cream
instead of a lot more! I would also treat myself over the weekend to lunch out or other foods I love, like pizza! But I’d try and eat the pizza alongside other healthy foods like a chicken salad and keep the rest of the pizza for another day! On the plus side, the pizza pleasure was then spread out over a few days!

Were there any particular challenges or obstacles you faced in maintaining your diet, and how did you overcome them?

Meryl: One challenge was the late afternoon energy slump when I craved something sweet. Remembering to take Greek yogurt and some nuts into work with me helped, as was remembering to grab my water bottle instead of hunting around for a biscuit!

How did you stay motivated to stick to your diet and exercise program?

Meryl: My main motivation was the goal of a healthy-looking body I could be proud of and confident to show others. I loved putting on my favorite jeans and them not feeling skin-tight on me as well as a visibly flattened tummy beneath by favorite summer dress.

What advice and tips would you like to share with the ladies that are just starting with their fitness journey?

Meryl: Consistency pays off. Even if you can’t do the full exercise program every week, do what you can regularly and it will pay off. I hardly ever reached 10k steps and could only manage 2 strength workouts a week, but doing what I could consistently worked for me. And to remember that diet is key! With every meal, it always helped me to ask the question, where’s the protein in this meal? Also, when it came to my sweet tooth I found that a chunk of chocolate or small slice of cake was actually enough and that I could say no to the full bar or 3rd biscuit! As a pear-shaped endomorph, I thought that leans legs and a thigh gap would always be beyond me! But no, it wasn’t! It did take some time, but consistency and some good choices with both exercise and diet did pay off in the end and is now a lifestyle that I can maintain. Keep going ladies! You’ve got this!

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Thank you so much, Meryl! We are so happy that you achieved such amazing results! :)

Love Rachael xx

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HOW JENNA’S FITNESS JOURNEY BEGAN

“My fitness journey started from an early age. I was always into sports and keeping fit at school. When I left school, I wanted to join a gym and stay as fit as possible. I was always very mindful of how I looked and I wanted to look a certain way. But I kind of got a bit lost along the way. 

I got into all kinds of training – kettlebells, zumba classes, all things that were fun to do but never really got the results I wanted to get. I then found a personal trainer who had me lifting weights and doing training that was very very intense and hardcore. And I would spend a couple of hours a day at the gym. I was getting stronger, sure, but I didn’t feel like I was seeing the shape I was after. Instead of feeling lean and light, I felt heavy and didn’t love how my legs and arms looked.

After doing all of this training that wasn’t really for me, I did gain a lot of muscle. And I found that people used to comment on my calves a lot, which was a lovely comment. But in my mind, I didn’t want to have these big calf muscles. I wanted to have a leaner look.

Then I found you online. I did the body type quiz and I was blown away that everything I did prior to finding you was so wrong for me. I used to do bike sprints and uphill sprints and my legs would be getting thicker and I’d be thinking ‘oh my gosh I’m supposed to be getting smaller and I’m getting bigger’ and I was just spending so much time doing all the wrong things for my body.”

DISCOVERING THE LEAN LEGS PROGRAM

“I used to spend hours in the gym, lifting as heavy as I could and pushing myself to the max. I thought working out had to be tough to work.

After doing Lean Legs, I just felt like all the walking and the training, my legs changed shape, I had very slimmer thighs, and my calves went so much smaller, which I’d been trying to achieve for such a long time. But yeah after 6 weeks I was like, wow this is incredible. 

With the right foods, it took me 6 weeks to get results on the Lean Legs Program. After 6 weeks, I remember looking down and I literally had abs popping and I was like wow. 

Every Summer when I’m going away with my family, I’ll really knuckle down and I’ll do a couple of rounds of Lean Legs. And everyone’s like ‘oh she’s on her Rachael Attard Lean Legs again’ and I’m so focused because I just know exactly how good I’m going to feel and the compliments I’m going to get, especially on my legs, so many compliments.

I remember going on my first holiday and putting a bikini on and never ever feeling so comfortable in a bikini. And I had a 1 and a 2-year-old at the time.

I’m just about to turn 40 and I look back on my fitness journey and think wow I have come such a long way. I’m so grateful to have found you when I did. When you put so much time into something and you’re not getting the results that you want it can be really disheartening. And also you’ve got conflicting information from personal trainers for example.

I used to worry so much about “falling off” and getting so fed up with the training that I was doing. But I just found that knowing I could get up in the morning even if it was going for a walk, I could do an hour and achieve better results. And it was good having that mindset knowing you can do what you need to do in a shorter amount of time. 

Friends have said to me – do you spend hours in the gym, do you not eat much? And I’m like, I can’t not eat much because I can’t run without fuelling my body. But it’s just once you can get your food and exercise just right, you’ve got all the knowledge there to be able to do and feel exactly how I feel. I have foods in moderation and I think that’s key. I make healthy choices because I know that when I’m training, I’m going to get the best results out of my training.

Also, I started sleeping better as well and overall feeling confident and good about myself.”

TRAINING AFTER HAVING KIDS

“I’ve had 3 children and I’ve had 2 cesarean sections. And I’ve had big big babies. It’s a hard journey being pregnant, your body changing and gaining weight. You don’t recognize yourself when you first have a baby. But to know that you can achieve the results again and be even better is absolutely incredible.

Someone said to me once ‘you’ll never look like you did before, and if you have another baby, you’ll never look like you did last time’. Actually, I can hand on heart say that I’m so much more comfortable in my skin after having a third baby, because I know once I put my mind to it, once I do what I need to in the gym, I can achieve the results with your program so easily. As long as I’m focused. I know it works for me. There was never any doubt in my mind after the third one that I wouldn’t get back to where I was previously.

I don’t know about other moms, but I absolutely love pushing the pram. It’s nice to be outside and breathing in the fresh air and getting your steps in. For a new mom, that’s a great way to get back out there and get walking. I think as a mom, if you’re feeling good I feel like that reflects on you as a person and a mother as well.

My advice is to be consistent and make the time, whatever it is, even if it’s just half an hour, it’s better than not doing anything.”

JENNA’S TOP TIPS AND HACKS FOR STAYING CONSISTENT

Jenna’s fitness journey wasn’t always easy, but she found ways to stay consistent even on the busiest days. Here are her top tips and hacks to help you stay motivated and make fitness a regular part of your routine.

1. PREPARE THE NIGHT BEFORE

One of Jenna’s best strategies for staying consistent is preparing the night before. “I always set out my workout clothes and gather anything I need for my session the evening before,” she shares. This helps eliminate any obstacles in the morning, ensuring she’s ready to go as soon as she wakes up. By having everything ready to go, you can simply get up and start your workout without wasting time deciding what to wear or gathering your gear. It removes the mental hurdle of getting started, which can be especially helpful on busy mornings.

2. FIND JOY IN MOVEMENT

Jenna emphasizes the importance of enjoying your workouts. She found that the key to staying consistent is turning fitness into something fun. “Music is my secret weapon,” she says. “Sometimes I’m literally singing along on my walks or treadmill runs. It makes working out something to look forward to!” If you love music, play your favorite playlist to get in the zone. Whether it’s upbeat tunes to keep you moving or relaxing music to help you focus, making movement enjoyable will help you stick with it in the long run.

But it’s not just about music—Jenna also finds joy in the process of getting stronger and feeling good about herself. When you start enjoying the workout itself, whether it’s a fun walk or a dance class, you’ll naturally look forward to it more, rather than seeing it as a chore.

3. BREAK IT DOWN

Sometimes, the thought of an intense workout can be overwhelming, especially on days when you’re already feeling drained. Jenna recommends breaking down your exercise into smaller, more manageable parts. “If a long gym session feels overwhelming, start with a simple walk,” she suggests. “That little bit of movement can lead to more!” The key is to start small. Even just a 10-15 minute walk can lift your energy levels and make you feel more motivated to keep moving. Once you get going, you might even feel inspired to do more. This approach helps prevent burnout and makes fitness feel more accessible.

4. EMBRACE FAMILY FITNESS

For Jenna, fitness isn’t just about personal time—it’s a family affair! She encourages others to get their loved ones involved in their fitness routines, whether it’s through family walks, runs, or at-home workouts. “Bring the kids along! Pushing a stroller or doing a quick workout at home with them can be fun and energizing,” she says. It’s a great way to bond while staying active, and it also sets a positive example for the next generation.

Including your family in your fitness routine can make it less of a solo task and more of a shared experience, making it feel more rewarding. Plus, seeing your kids enjoy physical activity will encourage them to adopt a healthy lifestyle too!

5. FOCUS ON CONSISTENCY

Jenna’s biggest takeaway from her fitness journey is the importance of consistency. “Even on tough days, I believe that getting in just 15-20 minutes of movement can make a big difference,” she says. “Remember, it’s about showing up for yourself!” Consistency doesn’t mean perfection—it means making the effort to move your body in some way every day, even if it’s just a short session.

Some days will feel harder than others, but Jenna encourages others to focus on doing something, no matter how small. The more you show up for yourself, the easier it becomes to keep the habit going. Even a short workout or stretch can boost your mood, and over time, those small steps add up to big results.

JENNA’S APPROACH TO FITNESS AND FAMILY BALANCE

Balancing fitness with a busy family life can be challenging, but Jenna has found a way to make it work. With four kids and a packed schedule, she’s discovered strategies that allow her to stay active while also prioritizing her family.

EMBRACING MORNING WORKOUTS AND FAMILY SUPPORT

Jenna gives a huge shoutout to her husband for being her rock on this journey. They both make fitness a priority, even with their busy schedules. “He dedicates early mornings to his training, and if I can’t go in the morning, he’ll say, ‘You go out for a walk or gym session; I’ve got it,’” she shares.

They’ve also found creative ways to involve their four kids in fitness! Whether it’s running along the beach with a stroller or getting the kids cheering her on, Jenna shows that staying active can be a family affair. “It’s so rewarding to see them appreciate the importance of being active and healthy,” she adds.

FINDING CONFIDENCE AND JOY IN MOVEMENT

One of the most beautiful things about Jenna’s transformation is how it has impacted her self-image. She feels more confident and fitter now than ever, even after having children! “I think I’m in better shape now than before I had my daughter,” Jenna says, and you can just feel her pride.

It’s a powerful reminder that our bodies can bounce back and thrive after significant changes. Jenna’s journey illustrates that consistency, rather than perfection, is the key. “Once you start prioritizing time for yourself, it becomes easier to keep going. Even a 30-minute workout makes a difference. It’s just about making that time for yourself,” she emphasizes.

OVERCOMING “NO TIME” HURDLES

Jenna often hears the question: “How do you find time for fitness?” Her answer? You have to make the time! For her, that means setting alarms and preparing the night before. “If it means getting up an hour earlier than usual, I’ll do it. That feeling afterward, knowing you’ve done something for yourself, is better than the extra hour of sleep,” she explains.

She also has a little hack that I just love: sometimes, she tells herself she’s just going for a walk, which feels less intimidating. But once she gets going, she often ends up doing a quick workout too! It’s all about those small commitments that lead to bigger results.

INCLUDING THE KIDS AND MAKING FITNESS FUN

Jenna beautifully weaves fitness into her family life. Whether it’s pushing the stroller or doing at-home workouts with her kids around, she shows that movement can be fun and engaging. “The kids love joining me, and it’s become a family bonding activity,” Jenna shares. How awesome is that?

By involving her children in her fitness routine, she teaches them the importance of an active lifestyle, and they see it as a joyful part of life. Talk about setting a positive example!

INSPIRING A MINDSET SHIFT

Jenna’s transformation is about so much more than physical changes. It’s a beautiful journey of finding balance, embracing fitness as a lifestyle, and inspiring those around her. She’s a reminder that fitness can be joyful, and it’s all about feeling good from within.

“It’s not about looking a certain way,” Jenna shares. “It’s about feeling good, being confident, and showing up as my best self for my kids and family.” Her story proves that with a little dedication, self-love, and practical hacks, we can all prioritize our health and well-being, no matter how busy life gets.

Jenna Sanders’ fitness transformation journey is a shining example of what it means to embrace fitness in a way that enriches your life. Whether you’re a busy parent or someone seeking inspiration, remember that your fitness transformation journey is uniquely yours. So, let’s celebrate every small victory and keep moving forward together!

FINAL THOUGHTS

If you’re feeling inspired by Jenna’s fitness transformation journey and ready to take that first step toward your own transformation, I’m here to support you! Whether you’re balancing a busy life or simply looking to embrace healthier habits, remember that your journey is uniquely yours.

Curious about how my Lean Legs Program can fit into your life? Check it out on my website, where you’ll find resources and a community that’s all about uplifting one another. Let’s make fitness enjoyable and meaningful together. Every bit of progress matters, and I can’t wait to see what you’ll achieve!

Let’s get moving and make this journey one you truly enjoy!

Love Rachael xx

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I know most trainers will tell you to do squats and all the squats variations if you want to grow your booty. This is totally fine if you don’t mind also growing your thighs. But if you are someone like me and you want to get that bubble butt but keep your legs lean, squats are not the way to go!

Squats will make both your butt and legs bigger, especially if you have an Endomorph or Mesomorph body type (these 2 body types tend to build muscle very easily).

In the past 2 months, I’ve managed to grow my booty with only Pilates-style workouts. In this blog post, I’m going to share my exact workout and diet routine. Plus, I’ll share my before and after photos and videos!

HOW TO GROW YOUR BOOTY WITHOUT GROWING YOUR THIHGS? WHAT I DID TO GET A PERKY BUTT

To achieve these results you see on the picture above, I completed my NEW 8-Week Booty Boost Program.

The workouts are Pilates style, so they are low impact and don’t use any heavy equipment. I used a resistance band, and ankle weights and did a lot of body-weight exercises too. With Pilates-style workouts, you do high repetitions which really burns – it’s much harder than it looks! You also hit all of your glute muscles from different angles, which helps to lift and tone your booty. 

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A lot of people think you need to lift super heavy weights to grow your booty. Heavy weights will definitely help you grow your booty, but it’s not the only way. One great thing I love about Pilates workouts is that they are a lighter style of workout, they don’t build as much muscle in your legs. We have also designed this program specifically to help build your booty, without growing your legs. There are no squats or lunges in this program, or any HIIT / jumping exercises. 

The other great thing about Pilates is that all exercises engage your core, so it’s not just a booty program – you’ll also tone your legs, core, and a little bit of upper body too. 

I’m sharing a snippet of the Booty Boost program for you below so you can see what kind of workouts I did to get these results :)

HOW LONG IT TOOK ME TO GROW MY BOOTY AND GET RESULTS?

This progress took me 8 weeks. I did 4 workouts per week. And the workouts are 20-30 minutes long, which is great if you have a super busy schedule like me. I plan on repeating the program again to get even better results. 

WHAT I ATE TO GROW MY BOOTY AND ACHIEVE RESULTS?

I didn’t make any diet changes to achieve these specific results. But my diet has transformed a lot over the past few years. When I first started exercising and eating healthier, I was pretty extreme. I would eat super healthy, no junk food at all, and would count my calories (and I was likely undereating too). But obviously that’s not sustainable and so every weekend I would just give up and eat whatever I wanted. And then come Monday, I would start all over again. At some point, I realised things had to change. And so I started being less strict, eating more, and actually got better results! 

Now I’m not strict at all. I eat healthy most of the time because that’s what makes me feel the best. But if I want chocolate, I’ll eat it! I actually eat chocolate everyday, but now that I don’t feel restricted, I don’t feel the need to binge on it. So I can just have a piece and feel satisfied, which I never used to be able to do before. I generally describe it to people as following the 80:20 rule, where I eat healthy 80% of the time and then have whatever I want the other 20% of the time. This is the most sustainable way for me to eat healthy, get great results, not feel deprived and be able to have a healthy relationship with food. 

Two other things I do that really helps is I try to eat breakfast within 1 hour of waking up. I know fasting is all the rage, but for women, especially women over 30 and those that have hormone issues, eating in the morning is important for blood sugar and cortisol levels. And I also eat quite a high protein diet and aim to have a source of protein at each main meal.

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MY BEFORE AND AFTER TRANSFORMATION – BOOTY BOOST PROGRESS

I have also attached some photos and videos of my transformation. :)

BEST PROGRAM FOR GROWING YOUR BOOTY WITHOUT BULKING UP YOUR LEGS

If you want to grow your booty without blking up your thighs, Booty Boost Program is perfect for you!

Once you buy it, you get access to the program on the Femme Nativa app forever. It also includes some extra PDF and audio guides such as a step by step guide and cardio guide to help you get the best results. And we have an amazing supportive community on the app that can help answer questions and give you motivation!

The program includes full length workout videos that you can follow along at home. Doing the exercises correctly is super important, not only to prevent injury, but to ensure you are getting the best results from the workouts. This is a fully guided program so you can make sure your form is correct.

At the moment this program is on sale, 30% off so it’s the perfect time to get it!

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”If you’ve been following me on Instagram, or reading my blog, you know how much our amazing community members (and us!) love to learn about other women’s transformation stories. It is beyond motivating and reminds us that hard work pays off!”

In this interview, I chatted with the gorgeous Mimi Ikonn who followed 3 of my Programs – Lean Legs 1 Program, Lean Legs 2 Program, and Flat Tummy Program.

Mimi is a successful business owner, entrepreneur, a mum, and like a lot of women in the Femme Naiva community, she has a very busy lifestyle. But Mimi is also someone who prioritises a healthy lifestyle and she’s been training consistently for the last few years.

In this interview, we chatted with Mimi about her fitness routine, diet and also about her experience with the Lean Legs Programs.

I hope you get inspired by reading about her journey! :)

MIMI IKONN’S WORKOUT AND DIET ROUTINE

1. YOU’VE BEEN FOLLOWING OUR LEAN LEGS PROGRAMS FOR A FEW MONTHS NOW. WHAT CONVINCED YOU TO CHANGE YOUR FITNESS ROUTINE AND TRY THEM OUT?

MIMI: I have a virtual personal trainer but I decided to try your Lean Legs program after someone recommended it. I slimmed my legs and tummy a lot after using your programs.

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2. WHAT IS YOUR DIET like? Can you tell us what you typically eat in a day?

MIMI: I eat very healthy – mostly whole foods, gluten-free, sugar-free and dairy-free. I also eat a pescatarian diet.

3. ALL OUR PROGRAMS LAST FOR 8 WEEKS (AROUND 2 MONTHS) AND MOST WOMEN SEE RESULTS AFTER ONE ROUND. WHEN DID YOU FIRST START SEEING RESULTS WITH THE LEAN LEGS PROGRAM?

MIMI: I would say after a month of doing your program, I started seeing some results…. And the more I do it, the happier I am with how my body is transforming.

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4. WHAT DO YOU ENJOY THE MOST ABOUT OUR PROGRAMS?

MIMI: The workouts feel enjoyable – not too hard or too easy. It’s something I look forward to every morning.

5. HOW DID YOU FEEL AFTER FINISHING OUR LEAN LEGS PROGRAMS?

MIMI: Sad, haha! Because it was over. Please bring out Lean Legs Program 3 and 4

Don’t worry, Mimi, we have a new program coming in January! ;)

6. DO YOU HAVE ANY ADVICE FOR WOMEN WHO ARE ABOUT TO START THEIR FITNESS JOURNEY WITH OUR LEAN LEGS PROGRAM?

MIMI: To be consistent with the workouts. Commit to it for at least a month, then it becomes a habit and much easier. :)

Thank you so much, Mimi! We are so happy to hear you are enjoying our programs!

Love Rachael and the Femme Nativa Team xx

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”If you’ve been following me on Instagram, or reading my blog, you know how much our amazing community members (and us!) love to learn about other women’s transformation stories. It is beyond motivating and reminds us that hard work pays off!”

In this interview, 40 y/o Linda shared her fitness journey after completing the Lean Legs 1 Program two times! She is a clinical psychologist and a mom of 2 based in Scotland.

I hope you get inspired by reading about her journey! :)

LINDA’S REVIEW OF THE LEAN LEGS 1 PROGRAM

1. Can you tell us a bit about yourself?

LINDA: I live in Edinburgh, Scotland. I am 40 and have two children, a 3 year old and an 8 month old.

I’m a clinical psychologist but currently on maternity leave.

I’ve always enjoyed sport and fitness. I’ve been a figure skater since childhood and only stopped when I was pregnant with my first child.
After baby 2 arrived I wanted a way to get back to my pregnant weight and size that didn’t exhaust me and was manageable with young children.

I really wanted to get my legs slimmer because I gained a lot of weight there during my pregnancies, but I couldn’t get back to skating until the children are older.

This is a progress picture Linda took about halfway into the program. She already achieved great progress and looked more toned! :)

2. Did you know your body type before starting our program? Did finding out your body type change your fitness routine?

LINDA: I hadn’t heard of body types before, so this was news to me. I found it fascinating and it made so much sense. Learning about my body type changed the way I thought about exercise.

Previously I would have worked super hard doing intense cardio and weights.
I was exhausted after every exercise session and the weight loss was slow and I never achieved the body shape I wanted.

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3. What was your fitness routine before you started the program? What made you change it?

LINDA: Before having children I did figure skating 2-3 times per week and went to the gym to do extra cardio and weights.

After baby 1 I did a lot of HIIT, weights, and cross-training. I was so tired after every workout as I was postpartum and breastfeeding, but it was the only way I knew to exercise.

My upper body slimmed down back to my pre-baby size, but my legs stayed bigger and my jeans always felt tight.

I gained weight again in my second pregnancy and after baby 2 arrived I wanted a more enjoyable form of exercise to help me get back into my clothes and wanted something that would slim down my legs.

I Googled exercise to slim thighs and found this program. I was a bit skeptical at first because it seemed too good to be true, but I’m glad to say I was pleasantly surprised!

I loved the program, I looked forward to the exercise sessions, I wasn’t exhausted afterwards, and it was great (and easy) to get out for walks with baby in the pram.

This is Linda’s progress after completing all 8 weeks of the program! WOW!

She is a Mesomorph body type and she followed the Lean Legs Program for Mesomorphs. :)

If you don’t know your body type, you can do my FREE Body Type Quiz and find out how to eat and train to get maximum results.

4. WHAT is your diet like? Can you tell us what you typically eat in a day?

LINDA: I’ve always eaten a healthy, balanced diet.
But I hadn’t appreciated the importance of getting the right proportions of carbs and protein before.

I used to start the day with cereal, have a sandwich for lunch, and then a pasta or rice dish for dinner.

Now, I make sure to have protein with every meal and I try to make sure my snacks are protein based rather than carbs.

I didn’t follow the meal plan for the program rigidly as I’m breastfeeding and didn’t want to restrict things my body wanted. But I did switch out a lot of my old snack and meal options for ideas from the meal plan and definitely noticed the benefit of it.

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5. When did you first start seeing results and how did you feel?

LINDA: I first noticed results after about 7 weeks. I did the LLP1 twice, and definitely halfway through the second round I found that suddenly things had changed. I had to switch back to my old clothes rather than maternity ones.

6. What was your absolute favorite part of the program and why? 

LINDA: I loved the walking and the resistance training. Walking is such a great way to get cardio without feeling exhausted afterward, instead, I always felt energised. The resistance training really made me feel stronger, which surprised me as it never felt too difficult!

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7. How did you feel after finishing the program?

LINDA: I am so happy with the results. I plan to continue this exercise plan I can’t see myself going back to my old ways.

This program fits into a busy lifestyle with little kids and I know I’ll still be able to do it once I go back to work.

8. What would be your advice for other women who are about to start their fitness journey?

LINDA: I would say go for it and trust the process! Walking really does burn fat better than any other type of exercise and it feels great too.

Thank you so much, Linda! We are so happy that you achieved such amazing results! :)

Love Rachael xx

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”If you’ve been following me on Instagram, or reading my blog, you know how much our amazing community members (and us!) love to learn about other women’s transformation stories. It is beyond motivating and reminds us that hard work pays off!”

In this interview, we’ve learned about the journey of 24 y/o Katie. She is based in Northern Ireland and she completed our Lean Legs 1 Program in hope to lose weight all over, especially her legs, without getting bulky.

I really hope you enjoy reading about her journey and feel just as inspired by her as we are :)

KATIE’S REVIEW OF THE LEAN LEGS 1 PROGRAM

1. Can you tell us a bit about yourself?

KATIE: I am 24 years old from Northern Ireland. I am a Microbiology Lab Technician for a dairy company and I have been into fitness for most of my life (on and off).

I am currently planning my wedding for 2024 so this was my main aim for beginning a new exercise programme.

2. Did you know your body type before starting our program? Did finding out your body type changed your fitness routine?

KATIE: No I didn’t know there were names for different body types and this has benefited me greatly. I now know the kinds of exercises my body type likes.

3. What was your fitness routine before you started the program? What made you change it?

KATIE: I was big into Les Mills programme and classes inspired by them such as Bodyattack, Bodypump and Body Combat. I also was weight lifting as well.

The main reason I wanted to change is that my body shape was starting to change in a way I didn’t like.

My legs were getting bigger and my jeans did not fit the way they use to. They would be so tight around my legs.

I wanted a program to specifically focus on slimming my legs and lose weight all over but without the bulk.

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BTW, Katie is an Endomorph body type and she followed my Lean Legs Program for Endomorphs. :)

If you don’t know your body type, you can do my FREE body type quiz and find out how to eat and train to get maximum results.

4. WHAT is your diet like? Can you tell us what you typically eat in a day?

KATIE: My diet was terrible before I started the program, before my current role as a lab technician I had an office job where I drank tea all day and snacked a lot and the weight went on very quickly.

Currently, I like to eat between the hours of 12 PM and 8 PM as this works well with my schedule, I would start my day having two slices of whole meal sourdough bread with two eggs and a cup of tea.

Then I would have Greek yogurt with a selection of fruit usually strawberries, blackberries, raspberries, grapes, or banana.

Then I would eat a homemade honey chilli chicken with peppers and rice.

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5. When did you first start seeing results and how did you feel?

KATIE: I didn’t realize I had made any progress until I compared photos at 4 weeks with the first ‘before’ photos I took so I cannot stress enough to anybody starting on a journey to take photos as it is so rewarding to look back on.

I really noticed at week 6 of the program the biggest change in my thighs and I was able to put jeans on that I hadn’t been able to get on in over a year, I was honestly shook (in a great way), it was the best feeling in the world.

6. What was your absolute favorite part of the program and why? 

KATIE: The workouts didn’t leave me feeling exhausted or fatigued the way other past workouts I’ve done have. I liked the schedule to follow as it helped me stay on track.

I loved the core workouts, I always hated core workouts until I started this programme.

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7. How did you feel after finishing the program?

KATIE: I feel amazing and confident in my body.

I am so amazed that I can get jeans on that I hadn’t had on in over a year and I will definitely be completing another round.

8. What would be your advice for other women that are about to start their fitness journey?

KATIE: Take photos!! And don’t give up, the results may take a few weeks to show but stick at it and you’ll feel on top of the world.

And also don’t beat yourself up if you do miss a day or your eating hasn’t been great. Just take it from the next day and don’t stress over it.

Thank you so much, Katie! We are so happy to be and stay a part of your fitness journey! :)

Love Rachael xx

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