For Fran Martin, the announcement of VFL.com couldn’t have come at a better time. "I could not even walk 20 feet without pain. I wanted to get my life back." Her motivation for change made her one of the first to sign up for VFL.com. The tools and support she found there helped guide her toward a whole new life of wellness. And today, 73 pounds lighter, she is an inspiration to anyone looking to "Just Get Started."
I'M EATING SMARTER
Building a balanced eating plan was Fran's first key step towards wellness.
She immediately began logging her meals, and used the nutrition score to help her choose which foods to eat and which ones to avoid. "My goal was to get all green smiles and stay away from those red arrows." Fran also started with small goals that, in the end, made a big difference. "I always kept a negative calorie balance."
I'M GETTING ACTIVE
To Fran's delight, the meal plan she created with VFL.com worked. To build on that success, Fran knew she had to get more active. "I lost weight very quickly in the beginning and soon began walking 2-3 miles each day." As her success continued, she increased her activity levels, finding some very creative ways to work exercise into her day. "I added an exercise bike to my routine. I would ride 12 hours a day, and only allowed myself to watch TV if I was riding my stationary bike."
I'M STAYING ACCOUNTABLE
For Fran, accountability came not only from her friends and family, but from the website as well. She participated in a number of the site's 3-week challenges, and took them all very seriously. But VFL.com has helped change more than just Fran's dress size. "My whole mindset has changed. Now, instead of giving up when I go off the plan, I'm able to get right back on track the next day."
"Losing weight has made all the difference. I feel like I got my life back."
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