What made you begin your health and fitness journey?
For me, there wasn’t a health scare or an event of any kind that changed my focus. There was however what I guess was a moment of clarity. August 1, 2021 just another Sunday when the thought popped into my head of just how ridiculous my weight and lack of motivation had become. I found Fusions’ website, signed up on line right then and start my new routine the following morning. I guess I just reached a point that enough was enough. Too bad it had to reach the point it did before I did something about it, but I guess it’s better late than never.
How has your progress been?
My progress (I think) has been pretty good. Slow and steady. No week or weeks of huge weight loss. 2 pounds of weight loss per week on average for the first several months. As I built muscle and my body fat percentage started to drop, some weeks the scale didn’t move, but I could see difference in my body composition. The more I learned from people around me (staff and members), the more I understood where I was making mistakes and where I was doing things correctly. I continue to uncover mistakes and make adjustments. I started out working out 5 – 6 days each week. I figured out how many calories, how much protein and carbohydrates I needed daily and I was off to the races. All that said, nearly 18 months later, I’m down 105lbs and counting.
What do you attribute your success to?
I think a big part of my success can be credited to a few things. There is the obvious nutrition and training, but Fusion is a really welcoming gym. I expected it to be uncomfortable, but what choice did I have at that point? That wasn’t the feeling I ended up having at all. I’ve received tons of help from others. People that know me well, would be shocked, but I started asking questions daily. Not once has anyone hesitated even for a second to take the time to answer my questions. I’m sure there’s been moments that they’re like “ oh man! Here comes Aaron and his 75 questions. Don’t make eye contact.” Kidding. Numerous people have help me continuously over the last 18 months. I try to do the same for anyone new at the gym that’s going down the same path.
What would you tell others to encourage them on their own journey?
There’s nothing special about me. If I can do it, anyone can do it. It just takes some time, effort and consistency.
