I have counted calories and macros, done intermittent fasting, and many other short-term fixes. I was once very active and fit, even as a busy mom of 3. Life caught up with me quickly the last few years, through big changes, family struggles, and an injury that limited my ability to workout in the way I was used to. I turned to food and alcohol as a way to cope with the stress and developed a "screw it" attitude. Underneath all of that, though, was a deep longing and desire to change. A constant battle in my mind wanted to make a change, but I lacked the confidence I needed to follow through. I searched online for an accountability coach. I have a background in fitness and didn't feel I needed guidance with workouts or nutrition; what I needed was someone to hold me accountable. I also doubted that I would be able to actually reach my goals because it would get "too hard." I had been dealing with a foot and ankle injury combined with mental health issues for a couple of years and felt hopeless in many ways. I didn't want to add to my list of failures. But I hoped to find someone who could empathize with me, encourage me, and walk with me through my struggles, but at the same time challenging me. After 5 months, I have lost 25 pounds and found a new confidence and control around food! I don't restrict myself. I have simply learned better habits and portion control. I can hear Adam, Haley, and my coach, Heather, in my head on most days now! During my time with MyBodyTutor, I had major foot surgery and was unable to do much activity for 12 weeks. Part of why I joined was because I didn't want to allow myself to use that as an excuse to keep gaining weight. I am so proud of myself for being able to lose weight during that time, and I can now enter maintenance and work on building up lost muscle mass from my inactivity. The daily feedback on the app from your personal coach is invaluable. It is a REAL person on the other side of the screen. MyBodyTutor doesn't focus on just what you are eating or when. It looks at your life as a whole—your activity level, what is happening in your life, how you FEEL that day, and more. Progress is tracked on so many levels. I appreciated being able to look at inspiring articles and messages from Adam and Haley in the app on days I was really struggling. The weekly emails reinforced what I was learning on a daily basis and really helped me stay or get back on track. The financial commitment of joining MyBodyTutor is 100% worth the return on your investment. You are investing in your long-term health, and the lessons you learn along the way will last a lifetime. If you are torn between paying for personal training or MyBodyTutor, MyBodyTutor is the choice you need to make! It WILL change your mindset.