Phillipa

"It was the end of lockdown in 2021. I had stopped exercising, and I was having trouble moving, having difficulty doing things I could have done in the past. I was spending lots of money on takeaway and food that was quick and easy. I felt uncomfortable in my clothes that were the biggest size I could find for the style and brands that I liked.

I found Her Smile in my local area one day while I was trying to get fit walking, and eventually built up the courage to contact Adele via email. She was quick to respond, and we soon held a video chat in which she asked me questions about myself (such as things I enjoyed when I was a child, sports I did at school, etc.). I liked that she found pelvic floor exercises to be important, and started with the basics of moving your body the right way before starting with weights or equipment. I liked that she corrected my form, communicated with me about the muscles being used, and reminded me if they were not engaged. Adele is so friendly - she has the right amount of push when you are slacking off, but also understands when your body has had enough.

My body now feels happy to move, also I'm eating food that makes me feel good inside and out. I’ve enjoyed getting into meal planning and cooking with fresh food. I started to grow my own salad greens, tomatoes and beetroot in my garden.

I have lost probably lost 15 kg since contacting Adele, and I feel I can do the things I want, such as getting up off the floor with ease, walking for longer periods and playing with my children.

I have lost over 10cm to my waist, and I have definitely noticed it in my clothes, which are beginning to hang off me rather than squeezing me. When I bend over or sit down my pants don’t dig into my stomach. I feel confident enough to wear tighter-fitted clothing and to move my body in them.

I am able to do a handstand on the wall, go on hikes up hills and skip with a skipping rope.

My family has enjoyed the journey too, and my kids have said that the food we eat is “really yummy." People have commented that I am looking great and are impressed how I walk to work or eat healthy meals."

Thank you so much!