I have been working with Christina *remotely* since the middle of August, and her program has CHANGED my life. I have lost 3% body fat and around 17 pounds (started 253lb, now 236lb). My BMI and metabolic age have decreased. I am 24 and 5ft5. I am more confident in myself, mentally and physically, for being able to make lifestyle changes that lasted, that are improving both my physical & mental health. I am achieving things that I have struggled with my whole life. I was looking for a nutritionist-trainer that was affordable, flexible, consistent, and understanding (especially of my history with disordered eating, mental illnesses, gender identity) - Christina is all of that, and more. She is personally invested in the success of her clients and that's what sets her apart. She understands that weight changes and health needs are not just physical - they are mental, emotional, take time, require education, need to be flexible, and are totally individual. She customises your plan to your needs. She stresses the importance of consistency for long-term results, rather than pushing for immediate results. She pushes you to what she knows YOU CAN DO, and uses positive reinforcement and constructive suggestions to help when you are struggling. You know that negative talk voice in your head saying 'I can't do this', 'I'm going to fail', 'I'll try tomorrow' - Christina's the voice saying 'You will succeed', 'you are amazing', 'I know that you can do this'. She truly believes in the ability of her clients to reach their goals. I feel so blessed to have found her.
My whole life I've fluctuated between underweight and overweight, struggled with eating disorders. As an adult have wasted $1000s on lose-weight-quick programs, quack weight loss doctors, trainers, group classes memberships, paid and cancelled over a dozen gym memberships, weight loss pills/tea, tried fad diets (keto/low fat/pesce/vegan), you name it. I was traumatised by all the 'failures' I had put myself through. I was terrified to make a commitment to someone else and share my struggles with them, because what if I 'failed' again or they judged me? The first few weeks of my plan, I still didn't believe that I could do it. But Christina believed in me. With Christina's guidance and holistic support, I feel supported and seen 100%, for the first time in my health journey.
ADHD and OCD which have a big impact on my ability to commit and follow through - gender dysphoria makes it difficult to put my body into situations where I may be analysed or judged - anxiety & depression make it hard to see the good in things, or to keep pushing forwards towards a future goal. I have never once felt judged by her, only supported. You have to be ready to accept change and to confront the things which are holding you back (they may be yourself). Take it from someone who has tried literally almost everything except surgery (and was considering it) - Christina is the best!!!
