“I actually begrudgingly signed up for a coach initially. I had been doing really well on my own, had lost the first 60lbs through diet changes, portion control, and protein focus. I felt like I had all the tools to know what to do, I was really good at weighing and tracking my food, and knew how to do it properly. I just was hesitant that coaching wasn't going to be the breakthrough for me that I wanted it to be. But I had hit a bit of a "stall" and still had more progress I wanted to make. I tried again on my own after joining the Macros Inc group and getting the free Macro check, and still felt like I was struggling and bopping around the same 5lbs week over week. I had just begun the Caroline Girvan Iron Series in an attempt to add some more activity to my life. I hadn't lifted in over a decade so it was a perfect beginner option for me, but I was still struggling to see the scale progress I was hoping for and I just didn't understand why. I finally broke down and signed up for coaching, thinking at least it would be an effort to try. I also signed up for both training and nutrition because I felt like training was an area I WAS really new to and could use advice.
I will say that with coaching - you get more when you put into it! If you ignore your coach, don't check in regularly, don't ask for advice, don't lean on them - you probably won't feel very successful from it. Rachel was always great at checking in on me, but I also probably annoyed the heck out of her staying connected with her, asking questions, reviewing our feedback etc. I was really determined going into it, and like I said before I had a pretty good grasp on the "basics" in terms of weighing and tracking etc. So I was really looking for some fine-tuning to find out what was keeping me from moving forward.
Month 1 and 2 I honestly wasn't 100% sure that coaching was "worth it," NOT because my coach wasn't amazing (SHE IS!! I will get more into that in a moment) and NOT because I wasn't making progress, I was! In fact in the first 2 months, not only had I broken my plateau, I had lost FIFTEEN more pounds! But because I felt like I was just doing a lot of what I'd already been doing and felt like maybe I actually COULD have done it on my own I just needed to be more patient.
After months 3 and 4 - I took some refreshed progress pics and that's when it really clicked what coaching had done for me. Not only had I lost a total of 21.2 pounds (way more than I even had planned to or thought was possible at my age and stage of life after 4 kids) - but my body had completely transformed!!! It went from soft and "skinnier" than I had been - to strong, fit, healthy, and so so lean! Even my back which I hadn't been inherently self-conscious about looked SO STRONG and I didn't even realize it till I took a back snapshot for the first time and compared! I 100% realized that there was absolutely NO way I would have gotten to this point both in leanness, and in strength and body composition without the support of my coach, her personalized plans for me, and the accountability and insights she offered to me on a daily and weekly basis. (That said I almost feel like it should be a requirement to sign up for at least 3-4 months of coaching because that is the amount of time it takes to truly see the work you're doing come to life!!!) If I had been able to opt out after month 1 or 2 I might have missed out on the best body of my life because I thought I had gotten "close enough" or "good enough" and probably wouldn't have stayed as on course and productive as I did.
My coach - Rachel Hoffman, has been absolutely amazing for me. She built me several different training programs around what I enjoyed doing, what equipment I had readily available to me, the time commitment I wanted to put into training/had time for, and tweaked them when something wasn't working for me. If I asked for something more, she did it! She also created a few HIIT/Circut style programs for my in between training days because I told her I enjoy them and wanted to do a bit more than lifting 3x a week. When I went on vacation for a week, she created a bodyweight/band program for me to do so that I could feel like I was still training and making progress even when on a trip (which I wanted to do!) and they were so fun, easy to work in to our vacation schedule, and kept me in the routine of training. She's so great at explaining the science and "why's" behind things for me because I like to understand how things function and why I need to trust certain things. I was able to check in with her super regularly through chats, whether it was getting advice on whether or not I was doing a training move correctly, how to beat a craving, confessing a slip-up and getting coached back on track, or even reviewing menus for eating out and being prepared to manage a more indulgent meal, she was always there for me! She also kept it real for me when I was letting weekends get away from me, and wasn't balancing my week as well as I could have! All of her support, checking in with her weekly (and daily through side chats), and her realness are huge components of why I was able to carve off 21+ more pounds, get to my lowest weight since freaking HIGH SCHOOL, and completely transform my body and appearance in just under 4 months of coaching. I am SO grateful for her and the progress we've made together. I fully know now that I would NOT be here if I hadn't signed up for coaching, and I would sign up again in a heartbeat and encourage everyone else to sign up as well. In fact I am switching to maintenance now - and I will continue coaching because I feel like I NEED coaching now more than ever! Maintenance is a whole new world and I know I can do it with Rachel by my side! :)
The pics attached are from the start of coaching to present :)”
“Could not be happier with my experience. I reached my goal and have (pretty much) maintained it for over a year and a half.
I know I could not have done it without coaching. Tons of great advise and guidance”
“I am so happy that I found Macros,Inc. My coach, Caryn Tompkins, is so smart. Eerytime she changes my macros, they are always the perfect amount. She is a great fitness coach. My legs are tightening and my arms show a lot of muscle. I have been with her for 27 minths and I couldn't be happier.”
“Brooke was the perfect coaching fit for me. She was super motivating, responsive, outgoing, informative, and just plain FUN. She gave me tough love, she gave me encouragement, she gave me facts when I asked for them. Plus she lives in Wisconsin, like me, so it was fun to have that in common. Brooke rocks and I would recommend her infinitely!”
“Started with Macros Inc as I was feeling a little lost on my weight loss journey and felt like I needed some expert help when it came to nutrition. I’ve always enjoyed working out, but I knew changing my diet was going to be the key to success. I was paired with Catharine and instantly knew she was there to help me.
I started losing weight from the first week and had steady and consistent weight loss each week.
Catharine helped change my thoughts about food and taught me how to eat again after many years of not really understanding the true aspects of weight loss. After months of education and relearning how to make better food choices I feel so much more confident day to day. Over and above my weight loss I now have a healthy set of tools to help navigate day to day activities and challenges that come up.
We share wins, struggles, ups and downs and Catharine is always in my corner cheering me on, supporting and guiding me every step of the way.”
“I recently had the pleasure of working with Steven, and the experience has been nothing short of transformative. From the initial consultation to our ongoing sessions, Steve has consistently demonstrated exceptional knowledge, professionalism, and genuine care for my well-being.”
“I could not thank Connor enough for all the support he’s given me over the last 4 months. He’s been patient, supportive & was always there for me whenever I needed it! Going into coaching I expected to get some support & guidance on nutrition but I didn’t expect to heal my relationship with the scales & food along the way. It’s more than I could’ve asked for and I feel well prepared to continue my weightloss journey! I couldn’t recommend connor enough, forever grateful! 🫶🏼”
“I can’t even describe it. I have been watching Macros Inc Facebook page for years. Finally decided to sign up. And right when I signed up, my life just completely gave it to me. More hurdles than I’ve ever been over in the last seven months! My house was under construction the whole time, and there were other issues, but I will save those for myself. But with Tessa’s help and support, and someone there to constantly guide me, The success has been immeasurable. The best part is, she never judged me. She just always encouraged me. She always pushed me with the belief that we aren’t striving for perfection. So I tried to get my protein in and I tried to get a few workouts in here and there. My life was by no means normal the last seven months, but the other day, Some jeans I have not been able to button, they buttoned right up. So so thankful for her support!”
“I came into Macros Inc after giving up on following Keto since the rigidity of that diet had me repeatedly "falling off the wagon", feeling guilty/ashamed/frustrated, just to restart Keto and re-enter that vicious cycle. I knew something had to change and that my relationship with food needed to improve. I was able to completely overhaul my perceptions of 'good" and "bad" foods and heal my relationship with food with the help of my nutritional coach (Taylor) through Macros Inc. Together we were able to identify the hurdles setting me back in me reaching some of my goals. I no longer step on the scale and let the reading dictate what day I am going to have. I have learned that no foods are off limits and that alone is SO LIBERATING! The new mindset that I have developed through nutritional coaching now allows me to maneuver any situation I find myself in. I have seen an amazing physical transformation through nutritional coaching, but the biggest transformation has been mental. My way of eating is no longer something that I fret about. It no longer makes me feel guilty or anxious. If your current way of eating is making you feel this way, I would highly recommend giving nutritional coaching a try because on the other end is FOOD FREEDOM!
I cannot say enough great things about my amazing coach Taylor, and Macros Inc for improving my quality of life. I have tried other coaching companies and the resources, accountability, and support you have through Macros Inc is unmatched by far.”
“My coach, Andrew, has helped me reach goals I haven’t been able to reach in years with other programs. The Macros Inc approach is sustainable and very supportive. It cuts out all the “diet” noise and focuses on effective changes. They truly meet you where you are and encourage and reinforce the tools needed to get you there. In less than 3 months I’m down 25 pounds and counting. Yes, I’ve made changes but nothing unsustainable. With other programs I’ve given up before I ever met my goal because it was just too hard and restrictive. This time is different! I see myself meeting a huge goal and then setting a new one. Couldn’t be more excited with my progress and help from the groups and Coach Andrew!!”
“I started coaching at the end of 2021. My coach is Taylor Ingebritsen and she was amazing! Super supportive and helped me fix my relationship with food. I did great at the beginning and made a few mistakes but after long conversations with Taylor I managed to create new habits. I feel so much better and so much more comfortable in my body. I am so happy I was part of coaching with macros inc.”
“Having the support of my Macros Inc. coach for eight months now has been such a game-changer in my health journey. Whereas I expected help tracking my nutrition, I did not anticipate the mental growth I would go through. I am in a better place and feel incredibly secure with my future because I have such a phenomenal nutrition coach. She is the best!”
“I am a long-distance runner, and unlike many runners, I tend to overeat when training for long distances. Over the past couple of years, this has led to weight gain. I reached a point where I couldn’t manage it on my own, and I wanted to return to a healthy weight and feel proud of my work.
In February of this year, I decided to get a coach and was matched with Anna. I’m so happy I did. Since then, I’ve lost 25 pounds and seen significant reductions in my measurements. Even though I’ve already met my weight loss goal, I continue to see improvements.
Anna has taught me the right amount of food I need to eat and that it’s okay to feel hunger at times. I don’t have to constantly try to stay ahead of it. She has been encouraging and in my corner every step of the way. Thanks to her guidance, I feel healthier and more confident as a runner.”
“Coach Brittany is amazing! I have never been healthier, stronger and fitter (both physically and mentally)! I am grateful for her unwavering support, knowledge and inspiration.”
