Success Stories

The clients below are ordinary people, just like you, who wanted to change their lives by learning how to eat for their bodies and their lifestyles. No photoshopping or stock images, these people are the real deal! 

Jo lost 9.5kg in 4 months

Lynda helped me write a food plan. She took a good deal of time explaining the reasons for each item and making sure that I liked the foods we picked. I decided to add My Food Bag’s Fresh Start food box to the plan. This has helped me learn how to cook new dishes and I look forward to a nice meal each evening.

In the last four months, I have lost 9.5 kgs of fat and I currently weigh 70kgs. It isn't always easy sticking to the plan, particularly in the beginning. But it helps knowing that I will see Lynda and have to account for my food choices.

The best part about my journey with Nutrition for Life is I have changed my eating habits. I no longer crave sugar and carbs. I actually look forward to things like berries and roasted root vegetables. I find myself looking at food and thinking “it’s not worth the calories”. I plan for evenings out and limited indulgences. I find that when I do have a “treat” I appreciate it and savour the moment because they do not happen everyday.

Alice lost 13kgs in 12 months

When I first came to Lynda, I was newly engaged and I was determined to get back to a healthy weight. I had a very sedentary lifestyle - working an office job for the last 9 years and I had dipped in and out of many "fad" diets in that time. Lynda's approach is pragmatic and she always has a solution for the curve balls you may face when it comes to losing weight. With Lynda, I dropped 2 dress sizes in just over 12 months but most importantly I completely changed my approach to nutrition, for the better. What I have learnt will stay with me for life and I am so grateful to Lynda for her wisdom and kindness.

Marie lost 27kgs in 12 months

I cant thank you enough Lynda for your support over the past 12 months! Arriving back from the UK in early 2017, I was the heaviest I had ever been at 94kg. I didn't feel like myself, had very little energy and very low self-esteem. I managed to lose a couple of kilos on my own and arrived on Lynda's doorstep weighing in at 90kg.

Reaching a point of maintenance still seems unbelievable to me, I have lost 27kg since arriving back in NZ and am a completely new person. I am confident, energetic and so happy. I did have my doubts and had ups and downs along the way, but having Lynda to keep me accountable was definitely the factor that drove me to keep going. Alone I honestly wouldn't have pushed myself past a 10kg loss.

I have fallen in love with preparing, cooking and eating nutritious, fresh and unprocessed foods and don't see myself ever returning to previous habits. My focus is now based on eating to feel energised, and any extra fat loss that comes with it is just a bonus. I wouldn't change this journey for the world, thank you Lynda!

Leon, aged 51, lost 16kgs

I'm Leon Elliott and I am a 51 year old male. A year ago I was obese and very unhealthy. I had anxiety and depression and ended up in hospital for 3 days. That’s when I decided enough was enough, I wanted to feel healthy again.

I started walking and exercising but I needed something else as I wasn’t feeling good inside. I needed a balanced diet. I looked up online for a nutritionist, a nutritionist that was not only an expert on food planning, but also an ear to listen. I found Lynda at Nutrition for Life; what a breath of fresh air, I had all the help I needed. She listened to me and we put together a healthy eating and exercise plan so I could get my life back on track.

I weighed 101kgs when I first went to see Lynda and in my before photo. As of today I am 85 kgs and feel mentally and physically so much better. I continue to see Lynda and would like to thank her for all the support and help, she has been amazing. Thank you Lynda. Without your help I would not have gotten where I am today.

I passed perimenopause with flying colours

I went to see Lynda while in perimenopause, and it has been the best decision I’ve made! I passed this difficult life stage with flying colours, losing fat, changing my eating habits and I even managed to stop looking at the scale at home too often! 

Lynda is keeping me motivated for the right reasons, also taking care of my mental health and I am no longer eating my sorrows away. I feel listened to and very supported. I love her pragmatic approach and her personal touch. Not many people can help someone who has spent a lifetime worrying about her weight. Lynda makes me believe this time it will work out and that I have the tools to maintain it for life! 

If you want an expert to help you and you want results that last, Lynda is your go to person! Thank you for all your support in 2023 Lynda, I cannot thank you enough! 

Lucy lost 12kgs post pregnancy

After the birth of my second baby I wanted some help to lose the excess weight I’d gained in the quickest and most sensible way possible whilst still maintaining good milk flow for baby. Lynda set me up with a food plan tailor made to the types of foods I already gravitate to, but with portion size outlined and eating whole, healthy foods instead of the processed stuff that I’d been having a little too much of previously.

In 16 weeks I’ve lost 12 kg. I’m feeling really great, I’m already back in my jeans and most of all I have a better understanding of how to eat going forwards too. This style of eating just seems right and natural for me. Getting closer to my goal now and haven’t lost momentum. Determined to get to my goal weight by Summer and feel good in all of my old favourite clothes!

Pip is over 60 years old and has lost 19kgs

I started seeing Lynda on the recommendation of my doctor – I thought I ate healthily and exercised regularly but just kept on gaining weight and, having tried every fad diet known to man, knew I needed some advice and help to put me on track.

Lynda took care to find out a bit about me, my lifestyle and preferences and then crafted an eating plan that I could work with for the long term as opposed to a fad diet. The regular check-ins and weigh-ins were motivating and encouraging and I watched the weight, body fat and centimetres consistently reducing. I have now reached my goal, lost 19kgs and dropped 2 dress sizes. Most encouragingly I have adopted the eating plan as a way of life and have the confidence that this time I’ll manage to keep the weight off.

I cannot recommend Lynda and Nutrition for Life highly enough!

Chris lost 16kgs of fat

Lynda takes an educational approach to health and food and has used solid foundational principles and practical advice to help me achieve my goals. I have lost 16 kgs of fat and counting (even with me on a vegan plan) and have also increased muscle mass during that time. Results speak for themselves!

Angela, aged 54, lost 10kgs in 4 months

I was dragged along, reluctantly, to see Lynda by my hairdresser friend a few months ago. I had no expectation of succeeding in losing weight because I thought at 54 I was too old and it was just too hard. I was feeling fat, old, and unattractive, pretty much, my self esteem was at an all time low. I have dieted off and on all my adult life and thought I knew a thing or two about diets so was sceptical at first. I was wrong about knowing a thing or two, Lynda has shown me a whole new approach and it really does work.

Lynda set out a personalised eating plan for me to suit my lifestyle and even allowed me to keep my evening wine. In 4 months, I have reached my goal of 15 kg. I'm not great with exercising, and confess to rarely doing any, but the weight still came off, a win win for me! I have decided to carry on to a goal of losing 20 kg because I know I can achieve it easily.

I feel fantastic. I'm regaining my confidence and I feel more like my old self again. I can't thank Lynda enough for her encouragement and guidance on my journey. Give it a go, you won't regret it.

Miriam has found a new sense of contentment

My weight progressively increased through my 40’s and with menopause. No matter how many times I tried, I just couldn’t budge my increasing cuddliness. The impact on my self esteem and confidence was such that I found I’d started withdrawing from social events and catch ups with friends. The joy of genetics also brought my family endowment of high blood pressure to the fore with my burgeoning weight.

After viewing remarkable results in a family friend who had been seeing Lynda, I figured it might be worth visiting her – BEST decision I ever made with regard to my health and wellbeing. My goal has been to increase my overall health and longevity, (weight loss was not my main focus, but rather a ‘nice to have’ as I had tried before and had no expectations). WELL Lynda’s advice has been a game changer for me. Her practical, do-able and flexible recommendations coupled with her genuine care and understanding at each visit have me well and truly moving in the right direction. I feel healthier (and know that I am in the choices I have been making) and have a new found sense of contentment with the skin I am in.

Honestly, given my track record of weight loss attempts before seeing Lynda, I was very doubtful that I could shift any of my excess kilos. Accordingly, when Lynda suggested I take ‘before photos’ after my first appointment – I didn’t. Make sure YOU take those pics because you WILL get results quicker than you think. Thank you Lynda.

Louise, in her late 50’s lost 4.5kg of body fat in 7 weeks

I found Lynda’s website just after a double knee replacement 5 years ago. I wanted to lose some weight to ensure my knees will last many years into the future. Having struggled with my weight for most of my life, including visits to other nutrition specialists, I liked Lynda and her nutrition approach immediately and have been enjoying a much better quality of life.

Recently I decided to leave work and start early retirement and after reading up on the importance of nutrition, particularly protein requirements for women in their late fifties, I rang Lynda for some help. It was just like seeing an old friend and it was, yet again, a relief to be able to sit and, after a chat, watch Lynda write up another fabulous food plan. I have lost 4.5kg of body fat after 7 weeks which surprised us both and I am thrilled with the results. The best part is my food plan satisfies my nagging inner food voice and I really look forward to each and every meal. It is truly liberating.

Alisa lost 15kgs in 6 months

Juggling a busy career while raising a young family meant often, I was putting others before myself. I would reach for a snack when I was stressed or tired, and slowly but surely my weight crept up. The final straw was when I suffered a lower back injury, the extra stress on my spine and joints made for a slow recovery.

The best decision I have made for myself, and my family was making an appointment with Lynda. She has a vast knowledge on nutritional health and her enthusiasm is contagious. I left every visit feeling well equipped with the right tools to hit my goals.

Thanks to Lynda’s support and guidance I have lost 15kg over the last six months and feel fantastic. My confidence is back, I am wearing my pre-children jeans again and treating myself to a new wardrobe. I look forward to maintaining my weight and healthy diet. I highly recommend Lynda’s services!

Jacinta lost 17kgs in 9 months

With a sedentary and busy corporate lifestyle with many late nights and grabbing a quick “healthy” takeaway on the way home, I had slowly piled on over 10kg. With the support of Lynda, I am now heading into my 30s the fittest I have ever been, and with a healthy mindset towards food.

Lynda’s mentoring has provided me with a clear understanding of what fuel my body actually needs (portion sizes and composition), as well as the knowledge to make better choices and understand trade offs when I do want a treat!. Lynda is very supportive and always had practical tips for “curve balls” in the programme - such as work trips away etc.

The key to success? With Lynda, I was never on a “diet”. Instead, with her guidance she has provided me the knowledge and tools to make a sustainable lifestyle change and educated me on a healthy approach to nutrition that I have been able to continue to implement since hitting my goal at the end of 2019.

Lynne, aged 69, lost 20kgs in 10 months

I have struggled with weight all my life and over the last couple of years, since finishing work, my weight had increased to the point where I was feeling unwell and knew I needed to do something about it. This situation was compounded by the fact that I have Parkinson’s Disease and find exercise difficult. I’m not sure what led me to search out a nutritionist but I knew I didn’t want to repeat the usual avenues which I had tried in the past. When I came across the Nutrition for Life website and read Lynda’s bio I knew immediately she was the one. She has been there and knows what it is like.

I met Lynda for the first time on January 9th this year and am happy to say that today – ten months later - I have lost 20 kilos. I still have a way to go, but my short term goal is to lose another five kilos by Christmas. I know that with Lynda’s support I will achieve my mini goal.

While I have done the hard work, meeting with Lynda has been a wonderful support. I have appreciated her balanced, down to earth approach and non-judgmental attitude – which made it easy to own up to that extra slice of buttered toast! She has enabled me to achieve a more healthy way of eating without eliminating completely the food I enjoy and to come to grips with portion control. Her recommendations about various food options have been really helpful.

Signing up with Lynda has been a wonderful gift to myself. Family and friends are commenting on my increased confidence and energy and having dropped a couple of dress sizes has been rewarding. Thank you Lynda.

Maria, aged 62, lost 25kg in 9 months

After being on a ‘diet’ for all of my adult life, losing over 20kgs on two previous occasions, and seeing numerous dieticians, naturopaths, hypnotherapists and health gurus along the way, I was pretty knowledgeable on healthy eating/living and walked every day, but I was again losing the weight loss war and it was affecting my health.

I had to do something and with a New Year I was considering bariatric surgery. Knowing food quantities would have to change anyway, I thought I’d try cutting my food intake to see how I coped. I also knew I needed professional help on what was going to be a long journey but who to choose this time?

I found the Nutrition for Life website which had interesting information on the latest weight loss science. Full of hope and family support there was also a touch of ‘here we go again’.

At my first appointment Lynda listened to my story and suggested we try LCHF (low carb healthy fat). Deep down I knew my beloved carbs were a problem for me so while getting a welcome fresh perspective I also wondered if I could actually do it. I have the weakest willpower, but I took it on as a project and I haven’t looked back.

This year has been life-changing - kilos melted away and after just 4 months my blood pressure medication had to be cut from 3 to 1 tablet, the dose of which has also now been halved. My exercise (simply walking) hasn’t really changed other than being a whole lot more enjoyable, but redirecting my focus has broken an addiction to carbs.

Lynda is expert in the science of weight loss and tailoring advice truly for the individual. She really does walk the talk and has made climbing my Everest almost effortless. I am so grateful and looking forward to finally enjoying a summer.

Sue, aged 60, lost 20kgs in 9 months

After having tried every diet under the sun (more than once), and losing weight and putting in all back on again, I searched the internet for a nutritionist close to work and home. A friend gave me the idea as she was seeing a nutritionist, but she lived on the other side of Auckland and I didn’t want to travel that far. I found Lynda through Google, liked what I saw on her website, and fired her off an SOS email to ask if she could see me. Best thing I ever did!

When I first arrived on Lynda’s doorstep I was almost back to my heaviest – weighing in at 115kgs. 9 months later I have lost 20kgs, with another 15-20 kgs to go. I haven’t set my final goal weight yet. Lynda listened to me, set me a food plan based on the healthy foods I liked eating, taught me how to plan what I eat for the week and to write down everything that went in my mouth. I see her every fortnight, one on one – which suits me much better than the group sessions at some other weight loss groups.

While I still have a way to go to reach a healthy goal weight, my energy levels have improved, I am sleeping better, my husband says I don’t snore anymore and I can now fit into clothes that have been in my wardrobe for years (and purchased new ones!). Women’s Refuge have benefited from my super-size clothes – I don’t ever want to be that weight again!

While it hasn’t been an easy road (there have been a few blips along the way) Lynda has been there encouraging, giving me advice and keeping me on track. Lynda, you are saviour and I can’t thank you enough!

Lucy has lost 14kgs in 3 months

I am a busy mum of three young children and although I felt very fit and like I was eating reasonably healthily, I was overweight. I went and saw Lynda three months ago and she has literally changed my life! I am now extremely clear on what I eat and drink and the impact this has on my weight (and mood!). She is very supportive, practical and really makes food about nutrition and fuel, which leads to lifestyle changes. I can not recommend her more. Thanks Lynda!

Janet completed the 6-week slim down programme Online

The 6-week slim down challenge was just what I needed to restore structure in my eating during lock down. Lynda provided me with a food plan that was realistic and achievable. The online consultations were great for keeping me accountable and whilst saving time. My body composition has changed and 6 weeks is long enough to cement the good habits which I can continue to use to maintain a healthy body weight.

Glenn lost over 10kgs and now has healthy blood sugar and cholesterol levels

I recently completed a number of Nutrition For Life sessions with Lynda as my health and wellbeing was being affected by a number of factors including work and lifestyle. Initially I was resistant to the idea of going to visit Lynda, however, I found her to be welcoming and empathic. With these attributes, and Lynda’s knowledge and experience, I was able to take and utilise the information and advice to make the necessary changes towards a healthier me.

I have lost well over 10kg in weight, achieved with Lynda’s recommended changes to my way of eating and exercise. The changes were easy to accept and achievable, and weren’t the traditional “diet”. The weight loss is just the beginning. It has helped with my overall health and has brought down my blood sugars and cholesterol to healthy levels. Other benefits are better sleeping, no snoring or sore back, and a new wardrobe!

The Nutrition For Life journey has certainly been educational, easy to follow, and well worth taking – thanks Lynda.

Hanna lost 9kgs in 4 months

Weight loss has never come easily for me in the past, and at 8 months postpartum, I was feeling frustrated, down and overwhelmed by the prospect of losing the 8-10 kgs I needed to get into a healthy range. I was introduced to Lynda by a friend (and mutual client) and getting in touch with her was one of the best calls I’ve ever made! After my first meeting, I felt empowered and hopeful – and to my shock, lost 2.3kg in the first two weeks! I didn’t go on a diet with Lynda, I completely relearned how to eat, and my body thanked me for it. Now I’ve not only lost the weight I hoped to, but gained invaluable skills that I’ll use for the rest of my life. The moral of the story is: call Lynda!

Vicky, aged 54 has lost 13kg in less than 6 months

Lynda was recommended to me by a friend of one of her clients and I read the testimonials on her website and decided this was the way for me - mostly because there were other clients my age who had had great success. I’m happy to say with Lynda's input, so have I.

I have lost approximately 13kg in less than 6 months, with a few trips away in there as well. I thought “54 years, post menopausal with minimal exercise it will never work”. Surprisingly I dropped 3.1kg in my first 2 weeks. My previous diet which, I thought was ok, needed tweaking and now with Lynda's food plan I have formed lasting habits and better control of my food.

I thought I knew what to do before, but discovered I had no idea really and I thoroughly enjoy eating all the foods I eat now as Lynda’s food plans are tailored to your likes and habits. Nothing is too hard, but you need to have your head in the game instead of lists of excuses like I had the first time I saw Lynda!

This has been a great pick up to my health and I now have lots of energy and feel years younger. I even wore a bikini last weekend and felt fabulous. Thanks Lynda!

Clara, 20kgs lighter and counting

As a mother of three young girls I found myself approaching 40 and overweight. It took me some time to pluck up the courage to make an appointment to see Lynda. She had been recommended to me by my GP after I had tried various other methods to lose weight, all of which worked initially, but resulted in me putting the weight back on within a year. I felt like my body was memory foam,
and that whatever I tried I would just spring back to that original shape.

As a younger adult I had always enjoyed swimming, the water has been a great joy to me, so when I found myself at the beach with my girls not wanting to go in with them I realised just how much my body image had suffered. Not only was I ashamed of how I looked in my togs, it meant I couldn’t play with my children. So I made the call.

Lynda is a matter of fact, no-nonsense person. She made me feel like there was absolutely no reason I wouldn’t succeed in my weight loss goals. She listened to my food likes and my eating habits and created a food plan that was easy for me to follow. I wasn’t clueless about nutrition when I went to see Lynda, I just needed guidance to structure my eating. Small changes in my eating habits have resulted in vast changes in my health. My visceral fat levels have come down, I’m less tired generally, and as a result of my weight loss and healthier lifestyle I have now even got a job as a preschool swim instructor. (I’m back in the water, and sharing my love for it with others). I have gained so much from having made that first appointment with Lynda.

Yvonne lost 21kgs in 6 months

I thought you might like an update. Well it’s my birthday today & according to my scales I have lost 21kg.

Being my birthday, I thought I would take the day off healthy eating & just eat whatever I wanted. Now I feel sick! It’s interesting that I used to eat like that all the time. My poor body! I’m actually looking forward to waking up and starting fresh again tomorrow.

I’m still having no trouble following my plan & finding ways to mix it up a bit. I have definitely slowed down a lot on my weight loss. There was a period of about 4 weeks when the scales didn’t move at all but, they are slowly creeping down again now.

I am in a size 11-12 in jeans which I haven’t been in about 5 years. Maybe longer. I have some stubborn weight around my middle that I am still hoping to shift.

I am more relaxed now with my eating which is probably why I have slowed down so much. I used to be very strict but, now if I do some baking or something, I might eat a small amount.

Ian - 104.5 kilos to 84.9 kilos!!

At 6’ 2”, almost 40 years old and weighing 104.5 kilos Ian was too heavy. He trained hard and heavy at the gym 4 times a week and was very strong, but you couldn’t see his muscle definition because of the layer of fat covering his muscles.

We worked out a nutrition plan together and over the next 3 ½ months Ian dropped got down to 91.3 kilos and felt great. That was about two years ago.

Over those two years Ian went up to around 94 kilos and maintained there until the end of January this year when he came to see me again. He was working out with a new training partner and wanted to get ‘big’.

I measured his body composition and told him that with almost 21 kilos of body fat he would really be better to drop fat first, then go on a mass gain programme. To gain serious mass, you have to eat a serious amount of calories and it is likely that you will gain some fat as well, so it is better to start off lean.

Ian agreed and we wrote a fat loss plan. Within six weeks Ian had lost 6.5 kilos of fat and dropped down to 85.5 kilos and looked and felt great. We added more food into his plan so that he would be able to maintain his weight on over 3000 calories per day. After another 2 weeks Ian had dropped a further 600g of fat, so we added a second afternoon tea snack, as well as the one big cheat meal off he has per week already, so that he can maintain his current weight until he is ready to start the mass gain phase of his training.

After losing 7.1 kilos of fat and 7cm off his waist Ian looks great, feels great and is running around the gym full of energy. His before and after photos say it all.

Human beings are meant to be lean and active and Ian is a perfect example of this.

Here’s what Ian has to say…

The easiest roads to travel are when you are guided by those who have strode along them before you. That’s why you know you can trust Lynda to ask the right questions, get you on the right track and set achievable goals right from Day One. She’s been there, knows the challenges (and temptations), and has gotten the results.

Here’s the results: How old am I? Or, rather how old do I look?

If you guessed less than 40, while you are not alone, you are also wrong. I turned 41 last December and have more energy and get up and go now than I had in my 30’s.

Carolyn – Lost 15kg in 5 Months

This journey started at Easter 2013 at 85kg. My husband had been working on his own goals with Lynda since mid-January, and what he was achieving was inspiring. Having stayed at around 83kg since conceiving my first child 9 years ago, I decided that the time and my headspace was right to head back towards my wedding weight – 75kg – but that was 15 years ago, and my body is certainly not in the same shape after having two kids! Can Lynda perform a miracle?

Lynda does not perform miracles – miracles are based purely on faith. She is realistic. She has helped me to change what, when and how I eat. The first three days on the food plan (which is NOT a diet) were the hardest – all refined sugar and simple carbohydrates removed – as my body was craving the instant energy that it was used to getting. Once over that though, sticking to the plan worked a treat.

The only downside was that my mind didn’t register what was happening to my body. It was only when other people started commenting that I realised how big a change was in progress.

Even now, I am shocked at how far I have actually come – I cannot remember when I was 69kg previously, and looking svelte in size 12 or 10 would have been impossible for the size 16 me to visualise five months ago.

The best thing about the plan has been my ability to fit what I eat into the normality of family life, and get the whole family eating properly. I feel that I am now giving my children sensible eating habits to continue on with for life, and I have more energy to put into my own life as a result of these changes.

My advice to anyone wanting to change: keep that food diary honestly, tell others who support you what you are doing, and do as Lynda suggests. Simple as that…

Cherie has lost 40.5kg

So 14 months into the journey of my new life, into a newer healthy happier me, and I am now 40.5kg lighter and feeling great!

Even bigger than being able to say I have lost 40.5 kg, I am so proud and pleased to say (out loud) that I am 76.8kg… only 6.8kg off my original goal weight!

The changes have been amazing. I am more confident, more active and much happier in myself and with my life. I have gone from a size 22 to a (current) size 14 (with a few wearable size 12s in the wardrobe I might add!!).

Whilst I have put in the hard yards, the secret to my success is an amazing lady called Lynda! She has inspired me work hard and continues to challenge me at every weigh in to ensure a better result every time!! She keeps me on track and barks at me when she needs to (!!!) and I’m so grateful I have the opportunity in this blog, to thank her for all her efforts, her support and her friendship.

I also need to say a HUGE thank you to my oldest and dearest friend, Anna, who gifted me the initial sessions with Lynda to get me started on my journey. It was the wake up call I needed that has changed my life. She has also furnished me with her hand-me-downs as she too lost weight with Lynda. I have never had such an extensive and stylish wardrobe! Thanks Babe!

There are so many people that have supported me along the way – my parents, Ken and Rita, (who started out paying me $10 for every kg, paid out in the form of an Ab Circle Pro and a shopping spree!) and the wonderful and continually inspiring, Patricia (who at 61 has also lost an amazing 30kg).

Thank you also to those of you who have followed Lynda’s blogs about me, who have passed on kind words… especially Sue (miss you at the gym girlfriend)… and Dana (who recently took some amazing photos of me and the kids)… and to the family who donated a voucher for me to buy new clothes for the photoshoot… I am so humbled by your support.

As a single mother of two adorable children, they inspire me everyday to be healthier and happier. I have more energy for them these days and now, having shed all this weight, I will be around a lot longer… now running around after them!

For anyone wanting real results, see Lynda. She’s worth every penny!!! But be warned, she doesn’t suffer fools! You need to work hard and put in the effort but the results are so worth it in the end. Good luck and be healthy!!

Dave and Nicky have lost over 25kgs together

Dave and Nicky have achieved fabulous results with my online programme and between them have lost over 25 kilos!  (Nicky 14.5 kilos and Dave 12 kilos).  Even their little dog trimmed down with Dave taking her for regular walks.

I always feel very privileged to be given access to before and after photos as I know how powerful it can be for other people to see just what can be achieved through making some lifestyle and diet changes.  Nicky and Dave have done just that and reaped huge rewards.

Marianella is over 50 and lost 10kgs on Lynda's 12 Week Challenge

After so many years of struggling with too many kilos and after trying almost everything to lose weight I met Lynda, an amazing person that helped me not only to lose 10 kilograms in 3 months, she also helped me  to believe in myself. Now that I have finished my regimen and because of the way she taught me about healthy eating I have lost 14 kilograms all together and I couldn’t be happier. Thank you so much, LYNDA!!!

Anna has lost 16kgs and had 4 children

I’ve seen Lynda on and off for ten years now.  I started seeing Lynda when I first came to Auckland at 25 as I had been overweight since I arrived back from my big London OE and was highly motivated to change but couldn’t work out where to start. 

The main reasons I was overweight were 1) oversized portions of food and 2) alcohol.  Lynda helped me to understand what portion sizes I should be eating and to plan ahead so that I was prepared for nights out (I remember the importance of having healthy snacks in my handbag for when I went out and had a few drinks so that I didn’t eat lots of fried food!).  What immediately made me click with Lynda was because she took into account I was a young, single, sociable person and tailored an eating plan around my lifestyle at the time. 

I was 80kg and I lost 16kg to reach my goal weight of 64kg over the period of a year.  I got married and travelled to London for a second OE with my husband, and while over there maintained my goal weight (I did email Lynda while away for a reminder of her sage advice!).

Fast forward ten years and three pregnancies, and through checking in with Lynda during pregnancies I am back to 64kg.  It’s amazing what happens when you stick at something!

Again Lynda adjusted my eating plan to suit my lifestyle, which has been working around pregnancy and breastfeeding for the last five years.  The key for me is planning ahead and making sure I measure out food, instead of grabbing whatever is handiest while I’m on the run (I keep my eating plan in the pantry so I can refer to it easily).   I especially need to be organised since having children to make sure my nutrition is sorted.  Not only that, but there’s a flow on effect to the kids who actually eat vegetables!

Lynda’s always encouraged being active as well, and at one point I needed her help for a food plan when training for the Auckland half marathon and the Round Taupo Cycle Challenge simultaneously.

Lynda is passionate about what she does and walks the talk.  She’s inspiring and I always leave a session with Lynda feeling positive and uplifted (even if I had gained weight).  I highly recommend Lynda and am really glad I’ve had her to educate and support me throughout the last ten years.

Beth, aged 66, lost 24kgs in 6 months

My journey started when my doctor told me that I was pre-diabetic. My daughter had been on at me for ages to go see Lynda and she asked me if I would accept vouchers for this purpose for Christmas. I agreed and in late January I had my first appointment. At this point I had pretty low self esteem and felt like a fat blob.  

Lynda set out for me an eating plan which I personally found easy to keep to. There was plenty to eat. I also embarked on a daily walking routine with my daughter. After a couple of months I was able to walk up the cliffs of Browns Bay without stopping and my fitness improved markedly. I gave up alcohol completely for 3 months (my choice) and kept strictly to the meal plan as I had become determined to lose the excess weight.
 
I lost weight consistently over 6 months and dropped from 82kg to 58 kg which is around where I am happiest. I really believe the key is determination or it certainly was is my case. Several months later I am still around 58kg. Thank you Lynda you helped turn my life around and good luck to all of you who are trying to drop weight.

Jayne lost 7.4kgs of fat and got rid of her ‘Mummy Tummy’

It has been a great experience working with Lynda, I wish I had found her years ago. I am very pleased with the outcome and have changed my eating habits for life. It’s not just a ‘diet’, it’s a health choice - good for my body on the outside but also good for me on the inside too. My tummy, which was always my trouble area has disappeared! Thank you Lynda.

Raelene, aged 55, lost 14kgs

When I decided it was time to drop some of the weight I had gained over the last few years, I found Lynda to be the ideal person to assist me. Lynda provided me with an easy to follow dietary plan based on sound nutritional principles. She was always encouraging and supportive and being accountable to her was a key for me. Thank you Lynda, I am now 14 kg lighter and feel great joy. I have just returned from spending time with family in Australia over New Year. Had a wonderful time and was great to feel fit and healthy and be able to wear whatever I wanted and feel comfortable!

Deborah in her mid 50's, lost 10kgs

Thank you so much for helping me on my journey to lose 10 kilos and get to, and attain my goal weight. When I first came to you at the beginning of the year I was very skeptical when you set me this goal, but after looking in the mirror I knew that I had to challenge myself!  Being in my mid 50s I kept being told that I looked fine and the weight gain was due to my age and that I shouldn’t worry about it. I began to question this and thought I’ll give losing it a go and if they are right and I cannot lose the weight I have gained I will get used to it and live with it.
 
You however changed my perception and gave me the opportunity to get to my goal weight with a realistic eating plan taking into account my “non-negotiables”, those daily soy flat whites and that gin and tonic on a Friday night. I was so delighted when the weight began to fall off and I felt more energetic, confident and in control. It is about 4 months since I reached my goal weight and I now have the tools to be able to maintain it thanks to you.

Diane lost 12kgs in 11 weeks

I finally made the decision that I was really unhappy with my weight. I found Lynda via a google search and made the leap and appointment.....wow 11 weeks later and I am 12kgs lighter. The first couple of weeks were a challenge, changing the way I eat and think about food. Now it doesn't seem like a diet at all. I am never hungry, have a cheeky wine and really enjoy my almost daily walk.  I've tried all sorts of diets in the past including Weight Watchers and Jenny Craig, nothing compares to what Lynda has to offer and on top of it all, she is a great lady, easy to talk to with a real keen interest in nutrition. I have learned so much.  I recommend Lynda 100%.

Dan, aged 40, lost 10kgs

I have been totally blown away by the results of following Lynda’s nutrition plan which she adapted to my likes and dislikes. Not only have I lost the fat I wanted to lose without stepping foot in a gym, but I have also got more energy and I feel much healthier overall. I am eating more food than I did before I started with Lynda but I now have the body I want! One of the great things about seeing Lynda is the knowledge she imparts along the way. I now feel more empowered to be able to make the right choices in regards to my food to ensure that I keep my new physique.

Deb lost weight for her wedding

Deb went to see Lynda because she wanted to look and feel her very best on her wedding day. Achieving her goal of losing weight meant that she felt like a princess in her beautiful gown and she loved the way she looked – and it shows in these photos.
 
Losing weight is often high on the list for brides. They want to feel confident in their wedding gown and look amazing in their wedding photos. Crash or fad dieting at the last minute is not the way to go. Give yourself plenty of time so that you can learn what to eat, how much to eat and get yourself into a good routine well before your big day.

Let Lynda show you how you can lose weight in a healthy manner so that you look and feel your best on your wedding day. 
Contact Lynda now

Gemma lost 10kgs before her wedding

I came to see you for 6 months in 2013 as you helped me lose 10kg before my wedding. I've been meaning to get in touch for a long time to say an enormous THANK YOU for helping me to lose weight when I was in despair that it would never happen. I just couldn't work out where I was going wrong and you've helped to re-educate me! Thanks for enabling me to feel so beautiful on the day!

Marnie lost 20kgs in 12 months

So my little boy Mackay arrived 3 weeks ago weighing in at 3.6kgs. Gorgeous little man. My final weight was 71.5kgs so managed to gain only 15.5 kgs – 10kgs less than with my other two babies. I have just got on the scales and am already down 10.5 kgs to 61kgs and only 5kgs off my pre-baby weight! Have been following the meal plans you provided religiously – only allowed myself one day of ‘treats’ after having him. I have so much energy and have made a speedier recovery than my previous two c-sections and I am certain it’s from good nutrition. Will be in touch when I reach my pre-pregnancy weight. Can’t wait to start excising in 3 weeks time!

Follow up - October 2014

I promised I would keep in touch and let you know when I got down to my pre-pregnancy weight.  I have kept all the weight off and more, as when I returned from our wedding in Fiji I felt I needed another fitness goal so I signed up to the quarter marathon. I have never been a runner until 6 weeks ago. Now I am running 10kms easily and even more weight is falling off me! I am now down to 51kgs (a total of 20kgs lost in 12 months) and I am still using all of the healthy food meal plans you set out for me.

Although I am a bit tired at times (the strains of keeping up with a 5, 3, and 1 year old and fitting in 10km runs and trips to the gym 4 times a week and starting a full time contract at an ad agency until Christmas!!), I have kept to the principles of healthy balanced nutrition that you taught me.  I am really happy with my body now and I was even happier when I went clothes shopping for the first time in a long time and the size 6 fitted perfectly :)  Thank you!

Alton lost 36kgs in 10 months

Hi Lynda, thanks for your help and assistance with my weight loss, and continual support throughout. You have provided me with the tools and resources (through a sensible diet, regular exercise and lifestyle changes) to achieve my weight loss goals, from the initial consultation, setting of goals, and food diary, through to the regular appointments and follow up visits.
 
I remember in the beginning when we set the goals, I thought what have I set myself up for, how can this be achievable.  There was such a gap between where I was weight-wise to where I would like to be.  As I started to change my diet and add in a bit of exercise, I realised how much I had let my health slip over the last 10 – 15 years, a complete lack of exercise, bad diet, consisting of too much junk food and takeaways and far too many beers had resulted in a comfortable lifestyle that had seen me end up at the heaviest I had ever been, (112.6 Kg), at the initial visit.
 
Initially I thought that I would be hungry with the diet due to the reduced portion size of the meat from what I had become used to. I was surprised how totally wrong I was.  I was amazed at how filling the combination of the vegetables, meat, and rice were. I think in the first couple of weeks, I had eaten more vegetables than I had in the previous 10 years combined!
 
Once I got into the diet, I realised that it was pretty easy to prepare my meals, probably easier than going down the road to buy lunch and takeaways. I figured out that if I spend half an hour or so every 3 days, I could pre-prepare my meals, and then just steam the vegetables in the microwave using a Sistema Vegetable steamer, Five minutes in the microwave and dinner is ready. 
As I started to eat healthier, I had a lot more energy and felt more lively, I was able to concentrate more and I was a lot more positive about things.  This motivated me to do a bit more exercise.
 
At each of the weigh in appointments and follow up consultations, the scales were in my favour, I had managed to lose weight.  The diet that Lynda had prepared for me, combined with the exercise, was working and I was slowly achieving results. This gave me motivation to continue with the regime.  Lynda provided positive feedback and information, as well as helpful tips and advice to change and vary the diet to keep it interesting.  The weekly meal off was a good incentive to keep on track with the diet. I was surprised how much I didn’t miss eating takeaways or junk food
 
It has been a challenging 10 months, lots of hard work and commitment, but such a small price to pay for reversing 15 years’ worth of poor lifestyle.  It has been worth it, I have finally got there, down to my goal weight of 76 Kg, a weight that I had not been since my late teens / early twenties.  At nearly forty, I am feeling better and looking better than I have in decades.
 
Now that I have achieved this weight loss, it is a matter of maintaining the healthy lifestyle and new weight, which I believe I will be able to do.  Without Lynda’s assistance I don’t think that I would have been able to achieve these results.  Once again, thanks Lynda for all your help and support.

Sue lost 17kgs in 8 months

I finally I decided to do something about my slow, but steady, weight increase because I wanted to make a career change and I knew that the “real me” was not this size. Lynda was recommended to me by one of her clients and I've not looked back. Lynda took on board that I was a bit of a snack person and designed a program which I have stuck to consistently for over 8 months. My weight loss is 17 kilos. Lynda is supportive, knowledgeable, and non-judgmental. She is solution focused and has a practical and sensible way of looking at things. Lynda takes a sincere interest in who you are and what you want to become. She is a genuine person who sees her clients as individuals and wants to support them in the best way possible to lose weight and maintain the loss. Thank you Lynda!!!!!

Mia lost 10kgs

When I moved to New Zealand from California in April 2017, I was the unhealthiest I'd ever been and was ready to commit to making a change, for good. I have loved fitness and group exercise classes for years so I never felt like I struggled with getting to class and working hard in the gym, but I struggled constantly with finding a nutrition plan that worked for me. I'd lose weight, gain weight, not know which foods were causing the loss or gain and just keep going around in circles only to end up back at the same starting point: loving the gym but not knowing what to eat to fuel the kind of performance and aesthetic results I was looking for. After joining a gym here and dabbling in meal prep, I decided to seek out a nutritionist to really understand what my body needs. 

I found Lynda through lots of awesome reviews and I am so thankful I did! Understanding what kind of meal plan worked for me and particularly what to cut out and what was perfectly okay to keep in my diet gave me the consistency I needed to stay committed. I never felt hungry on my plan and I was eating foods that I enjoyed. I now have a formula for food that I know works for me, measuring my food, ensuring I'm getting the right amount of protein/carbs/fat, and eating at the right times. Following Lynda's plan made it easy and I am finally confident in my food choices.

Something I feel like I've gained especially is confidence in knowing that I won't fall back into old patterns. I've formed new habits and now know what kind of food will have certain effects on me and my goals. Even when I've not made a perfect food choice, I am aware of it and adjust accordingly before it gets out of hand, that is the true change. Knowledge is power when it comes to nutrition! 

I've lost 10kgs so far and am still on my journey. I'm moving home to California and taking my newfound, long-term relationship with food with me! I'm currently training to become a group fitness instructor, a dream I've had for years but was never fuelling my workouts correctly to get strong enough to feel like I was ready. Thank you for everything Lynda, you have changed my life and my relationship with food for the long term!

Julie in her mid 40s lost 8 kg

I would like to highly recommend Lynda and her approach to healthy & balanced eating. When I went to Lynda I was just your typical Mum in her mid 40s. I was carrying about an extra 5-6 kg and, like a lot of women in their mid 40s, I was wondering if I was going to have to accept this extra weight as my new reality. I am an active Mum who exercises a lot, so it was frustrating to feel like I couldn’t be the weight I wanted to be. Lynda was amazing. I have never felt on a diet. Instead, Lynda taught me how to eat right for my age and body type. Together, we came up with a plan which still let me eat the foods I enjoy. I could even have chocolate and wine weekly! This was a way of eating that I knew I could sustain beyond the weight loss. I managed to lose a total of 8kg following Lynda’s guidance. This weight loss far exceeded my expectations and left me feeling amazing. I am very grateful that I went and saw Lynda for nutritional advice.

Mum and son lose weight together

My son and I went to see Lynda with the aim of changing our eating habits, to eat more healthily & with an added bonus of losing weight. I used a lot of packet / jars when cooking, I didn't eat lunch, didn't drink water or exercise and had a few glasses of wine at night. With Lynda's suggested eating plan she told me I could lose 600-750 grams per week (which I didn't really believe). With the new food plan, which includes treats, and great ideas for school lunches, we are enjoying the food we eat and don't feel like we are on a diet or go without. We're exercising regularly, drinking water & I still have a few glasses of wine each week.

After 4.5mths I lost 10kg (so Lynda was correct) & we're still losing and really enjoying the walking. Lynda is always supportive, has different ideas for changing the food plan & doesn't tell you off for going off track!  So come and see Lynda and it wont be long before you see a new you. Deborah

Monique, aged 39. Lost 5kgs & 5.3% body fat

I have always been fit and healthy, but as I approached 40 I found extra kilos creeping on that I couldn’t get rid of. I had unsightly tummy rolls so always had to wear baggy tops, and I had so much cellulite I would never show my thighs. I believed that because I was getting older it was just something I had to accept. But then I met Lynda who taught me to make a few adjustments to the food I ate, to eat more often and drink more water, and the fat just melted away over 8 weeks.  Lynda gave me a lifestyle plan, not a diet so it is has been really easy to follow and keep the weight off.  Now I am happy wearing a bikini and running around on the beach with the kids.

Samantha lost 4.5kgs & 7.25% body fat

I started seeing Lynda a couple of years ago when I needed to drop some weight after a boxing match (my nutrition was all over the place due to needing to make a certain weight). Everything went really well and I lost weight, then I went overseas.  A year later I came home from a holiday in Europe weighing 65kg with around 22% body fat (3kg more than when I had last seen Lynda, so I knew it was time for action!).
 
Between November 2015 and February 2016 I have seen Lynda every few weeks and received some great advice about portion control, measuring my food and how the types of food I had been eating may have impacted on my weight and body fat.  In 4 months I have managed to get back down to around 60.5kg with 14.75% body fat. The lifestyle change has been easy for me to follow, just like it was last time. It really has just been some very minor changes. It’s not a diet at all and I don't feel like I'm depriving myself of anything.
 
I had previously really struggled to lose even a couple of kilos, but with Lynda's help and ongoing support it has been easy. I feel accountable for what I eat and enjoy having a catch up with Lynda every 6 weeks or so to see how I’m tracking.  Thanks Lynda!!

Ash has lost 14 kilos of body fat in 12 months

When Ash came to see me he was already working hard in the gym but he wasn’t seeing the changes in his physique that he was wanting.  He knew that it had to be something he was missing with his nutrition but he wasn’t sure what it was. He took on board the advice I gave him and over the next 12 months he dropped 14 kilos of body fat and honed his body to look amazing, a lean and muscled machine.  I wish he would let me put before and after photos up, but he is a bit shy to go that far! Here is an extract from an email from him:
 
"I want to thank you for everything that you have done and advised me to reach my goals. 12 months ago I wouldn't have been anywhere near in terms to my physical and mental attributes. You've transformed me into a new person. Thanks for everything, Ash"

Stephanie has lost 10 kilos in 4.5 months

I found Lynda's website at a time when I really needed some help losing weight. I had tried by myself, but found it hard to keep focus or momentum.  I read the testimonials of other clients and it gave me hope that Lynda would be able to help me too. I am so pleased that I took the step of contacting her. Lynda is very supportive and practical minded. The food plan she gave me required me to change the food choices I was making and create better habits. The first few days were the hardest, but it soon became easier. It helped that the food plan she gave me had a number of meal options and Lynda had plenty of ideas for delicious nutritious meals.
 
Together with increased exercise, the weight started falling off. Even having the occasional treat did not seem to make much of a difference, meaning that the approach was flexible enough to allow for social living. Having the structure of regular 'accountability' visits to Lynda also helped, as did keeping track of food consumed via a food diary. This assisted Lynda to keep an eye on what food choices were being made, and offer guidance as needed. I also appreciated Lynda's suggestions for dealing with eating out, and the challenges of Christmas eating.
 
I am delighted to say that in about four and a half months I have lost approximately ten kilos. I recently picked up the ten kilo weight in Lynda's office and could not believe how heavy it was. With an overseas trip coming up, I feel I am leaving with better health and improved confidence. Thank you so much Lynda!  

Maree, aged 49, has lost over 8 kilos in 4 months

Being in my late 40's I was putting it down to menopause and my office bound job as to the reason why I was finding it so hard to lose weight. Previously I could easily drop a few kilos reasonably quickly just by increasing my exercise a little and cutting out a few extra treats from my diet. It was starting to get me down a lot, with my 50th only 12 months away and a time in my life when I wanted to be looking and feeling good about myself.  As I had done when approaching my 40th, it was time for me to take action again. I really thought it was going to take a long time for me to lose the extra weight that I had gained over the last few years, in fact I was thinking it could be impossible to get back to the weight I was when I turned 40.
 
With Lynda's help and professional guidance I have shed the weight with eight months to spare before my 50th! I still can't believe it, I was so convinced that menopause and a sit down office job were to blame for my weight gain and the reason why I was struggling to lose it. Not only have I lost the extra weight but I also have a lot more energy, I need less sleep now and a few of the old joint pains have disappeared as well. By choosing the right food types, with the right portion sizes and some regular exercise, I no longer believe that menopause and a sit down office job has to mean difficulty losing weight.

Recommendation from Aimee,  a Personal Trainer

Every person I have given Lynda's card to has lost a tonne of weight - after years of unsuccessfully trying to.

As a PT, I am able to give clients effective training/workouts, and I always encourage them to eat better, but I don't have Lynda's knowledge and expertise. I don't believe most people make the changes to their diets that are needed to actually SEE the result of their hard work (e.g. didn't lose body fat, so couldn't see their muscles!) Two of my clients both used to tell me that they couldn't lose weight because of their thyroids, but they look fantastic now. It is wonderful to see them shining, after taking on board what Lynda has taught them.

Read Aimee's personal story here.

Isabella

Thank you so much for all the support and guidance you have given me over the last year. The amount I have learnt from you has been incredible! And although I have had my moments, it was great knowing I could always come back and have your support to get back on track. I may not have lost my sweet tooth but I know what you have taught me I will remember and keep for life. Thank you!

Jacqui

I first visited Lynda 6 months ago. I was really nervous and wasn't sure if this would 'work' for me, as I felt I had tried everything. Well, here I am. I've reached my goal, 4.7 kilo's lighter and feeling amazing! Lynda 'got me' and made me feel comfortable and at ease. She explained everything to me with kindness and boosted my confidence with her positive outlook. This has been one of the best journey's of my life and if I can encourage someone else out there to take a leap of faith and give it ago, my work here is done - A++++ Lynda is AMAZING!!!

Belinda

Dear Lynda, I would like to thank you for all your wonderful support and encouragement through my weight loss journey. When I first came to you I had low self-confidence and really didn’t know where I was going wrong. The food options you provided are real and so easy to work with. It was refreshing to get some clarity on what foods our body really does need and how simple life can become by following a straight forward food plan,  but also with a great variety of options. I now also have the confidence to eat out following the same principles as at home.   
 
You change many people’s lives with your incredible patience and what a difference some guidance, support and self confidence does! I look forward to our monthly catch ups, not only to keep me on track, but for our lovely chats also. Belinda

Julianne

I want to thank you so much for all your help over the past 18 months, and I’m now ready to fly solo and manage by myself in the future.  You’ve been amazing, and helped me kick off the weight loss and my accountability, and then earlier this year, hold the mirror up for me when I hit the ‘brick wall’.  Hitting the brick wall was so necessary to move forward and I’m grateful you were there to help - even though it was uncomfortable at the time. I’m feeling confident and happy about moving forward, and am continuing to lose weight on my own. Huge thanks once again.

Linda (online client)

"Many thanks , I feel this is life changing for me and I am very happy with my progress and the way I am feeling.  Thanks for your help, my fridge currently looks amazing..."

Linda, an online client from Dunedin, signed up for my 6 week slimdown challenge and at the end of the 6 weeks she had lost 4.1 kilos of weight, 3.5 inches off her waist and 2 inches off her hips. Equally exciting is the fact that she is off her medication now and with the aid of a suggested supplement, she is also sleeping much better.

Liz

I weighed myself this morning with no clothes on and I am 59.4kgs. I couldn’t believe it, so I have lost another 1 kg since I saw you last,  I am so pleased it just gives me the determination to  make the right food choices - especially while I am on holiday, I go on Friday I am very excited. Thanks for your help, I’ll see you when I get back.

Katie's energy levels have skyrocketed

I came to Lynda after a friend recommended her. I was constantly tired and felt even worse snacking on sugary food in an effort to get more energy and could not shift the last of my post pregnancy weight despite exercising well.

I work part time from home and have three small children. Lynda gave me excellent advice, teaching me about which foods would give me energy and the right quantities, taking into account my personal tastes.

I love Lynda’s caring, down to earth approach. I felt I was eating a lot more than usual and my energy levels have skyrocketed while the weight has slipped off. I feel like it’s been a real lifestyle change and I’m able to better nourish my children using the knowledge Lynda has given me. I can’t thank her enough.

Karen (online client)

I think you have given me a great base and I am eating much healthier and much more aware of what I am putting in my mouth. Losing those 7 kilos has made such a difference.

Thanks for all your help Lynda. I have to say with your help I’ve really changed my life. I feel so much healthier, sexier and more confident than ever. I didn’t think I would ever lose my “baby” fat. My husband is also down 7 kilos!

Fran has exceeded her weight loss goal

Hi there, my name is Fran and I was recently fortunate enough to win Sally and Lynda’s 6 week fitness coaching and nutrition competition. I have now completed my challenge and would just like to say that I feel it has been the making of me.

Before I started the challenge I was feeling fat and frumpy and my self-esteem was at an all-time low, but I’m now feeling on top of the world! I have exceeded my goal for weight loss and become far more fit and healthy than I would have ever imagined in such a short space of time.

Sally and Lynda have been absolutely marvelous in their encouragement and motivation of me and I would like to thank them both for giving me the opportunity to improve my outlook on life and become a happier and more confident person. I would also like to thank Kezia for her support and motivation as well, because without her I would never have made it to the top of the hill.

I’ve also met some lovely ladies that I’ve been working out with and have enjoyed the many laughs along the way (mostly at my own expense lol). I’m pleased to say that I will be continuing on for as long as possible.

Well here I am 6 weeks along
I feel so great it can’t be wrong

I’ve huffed and puffed and eaten light
I’ve jumped and run and put up a fight

I’ve come so far and along the way
I’ve reached the top, now I’m here to stay

So if you feel that you can’t go on
Then follow my lead, let’s bring it on!

Sharon, a Type 1 Diabetic for 26 years, has lost fat and is feeling great.

I have been a Type 1 Diabetic for 26 years and I have been seeing a dietician for the same amount of time to help me to regulate my food with medication. I have always been weight conscious and have struggled with food. I would rather starve myself than put on weight. The dietician suggested I should see a Psychiatrist to help with my eating problems because I was eating so little.

After juggling with this problem for many years I have decided that it is time to start eating properly as I am noticing the effects that starving myself is having on my body and skin. My friend told me about Lynda and how she helps people with all kinds of eating issues and that she would be able to help me to eat healthy, without putting on weight.

After a couple of meetings with Lynda, not only I am now eating more in a day than I ever used to, but I have also lost fat! I can’t believe how much more I eat and how much better I feel for it. My skin has improved and I feel so much better, thanks to Lynda’s help.”

Linda lost 10kgs in 5 months.

For several years I suffered through severe indigestion no matter what I consumed, which I was managing with constant indigestion medication and antacids after every meal.

About 6 months ago it’d got to the point where I knew I had to find out what was causing this problem and to at least seek a more viable solution than constantly popping meds. I was also gaining weight and my GP was unable to offer any insight other than the meds prescribed and the fact I was in my 50′s and should expect to gain weight, so I decided to go along to a nutritionist.

In April I met with Lynda for the first time and in five months with her guidance, I have not only managed to eliminate the indigestion, but I’ve also managed to lose 10kg’s in the process! By eliminating some foods from the diet I’ve discovered the digestion issues were being aggravated by an obvious gluten intolerance so I’m now able to better manage what I eat and with a regular exercise regime, I’m feeling better than ever. My energy levels have increased and best of all I get to replenish the wardrobe with smaller sized outfits!

Caroline lost 3kgs

Hey folks I just wanted to post a little testimonial to Lynda’s wonderfulness.

I was exercising and getting nowhere fast until I met Lynda. I thought I was eating pretty well but obviously not as well as I thought and Lynda put me on the right track. I love the food and I get my sweet tooth satisfied with a daily hit of chocolate, plus it’s easy!

It’s not a diet, it’s more of a lifestyle change.

Thus far I’ve lost three kilos and I’m feeling happier, healthier and more positive. I’ve also knocked back my wine consumption (and I don’t really miss it – I’m sticking to quality now as opposed to quantity!). If you’re even thinking about wanting to lose weight, just get in touch with Lynda.

Lynda’s help and advice is well worth the visit. When she takes your measurements and you see how much you have improved, you’ll walk out feeling ten foot tall and bullet proof.

Anna B

Hi Lynda… Just wanted to thank you for teaching me and my friends such great food habits for life. Saw one of my friends/your clients today… and wow she is looking good, your knowledge has transformed her body so nicely. She is looking and feeling amazing! My husband is doing well also, and has stopped smoking too! Yay finally!! So thank you so, so, so much.

Carolyn lost 20kgs with Lynda's support

I’ve been seeing Lynda on and off for around 8 years now. When I first went to see her I was feeling fat, frumpy and very unhappy with myself. I was so annoyed that I had let myself pack on close to 20 kilos over the previous 15 years.

It wasn’t that I was stupid or lazy, but I just hadn’t made time for myself and I’d put everyone else’s needs before mine, with the result that I simply hadn’t looked after myself.

I watched as a couple of workmates who were seeing Lynda began to shrink before my eyes. They always seemed to be eating, yet the weight was dropping off them. I began to wonder if I could do it too and asked for Lynda’s details.

At first I was a bit negative and probably a bit prickly too, because I felt so bad about myself, but Lynda’s friendly and genuinely caring manner soon turned me around and I started really looking forward to my appointments.

I dropped 10 kilos really quickly. I was so determined and fired up that I stuck to my plan like glue. I started getting nice comments and my self esteem improved immensely.

Then I hit the wall. My marriage broke up and once again my self esteem and self worth plummeted. I stopped taking care of myself and didn’t care what I ate. Guess what? Those 10 kilos found me again.

It took a while to pluck up the courage, but eventually I rang Lynda and we had a chat, after which I felt really motivated to get back on track again. I saw Lynda weekly for the first 6 weeks, to ensure I stayed motivated and met targets. My goal was to lose 3 kilos a month and I did! I can’t tell you how good it felt to lose those 20 kilos of fat!

My whole life changed for the better. I changed my job, met a new man (now my husband) and together we took up mountain biking, something I never would have considered in the past.

I still see Lynda every couple of months because I don’t ever want to go back to the dark place I was in.
I’m so grateful for Lynda’s continuing support and advice and can highly recommend her services.

Chantal

Just wanted to let you know that today is such a good day. I got on the scale and I have finally broken
the 70kg barrier I am 69.5 kg today – which I last weighed 16 years ago! I love my scale today! Thank you!

As you know I have battled to move my last 5 kg’s for months now but thanks to your eating plan it’s come off in a matter of weeks. I still hope to hit 69kg at our 20 December appointment and to keep it off over Xmas!.

Jeff also came down to under 120kg today which is a big achievement for him and again, not a number he has seen in a long while! Thank you for all your help and I hope that you have a wonderful Xmas.

Melissa

Today is the anniversary of my weight loss journey and I’m looking back at the last year with amazement. Losing weight has given me a whole new outlook on life. I made it onto a hockey team this year, have increased my Crossfit sessions to 3 times a week, started studying towards a diploma in photography, am coping better at work and feel so much more positive about life.

This weekend on Mother’s Day Olivia gave me a little book she’d made at school that included adjectives about me. She included “athlete” – a word I don’t think I ever would have picked for myself but made me feel so proud that my daughter sees me that way.

I want to say thank-you for your role in this journey. For keeping me on the straight and narrow and keeping me motivated. For giving me encouragement and advice each week to help me succeed. Thank-you!

Pamela lost 15kgs over 6 months

I probably didn’t realise how overweight I was until a friend sent me a photo of us both, taken 20 years ago with the note ‘What happened to us!’ ’20 years and 20 kilos!’ I replied.

The weight had quietly crept on and I didn’t really notice it until it got to a point where it began to feel too hard to do anything about it.

Another friend had been seeing Lynda and suggested I visit her. Lynda has managed my programme wonderfully; I’ve lost 15 kilos of fat over about six months.

I’m very grateful. Her kind and supportive manner has made this task easy. A couple more kilos and I’ll be fitting into my wedding dress!

Lianne, aged 50, lost 16kgs.

If I had a dollar for every time someone has said to me how hard it is to lose weight once you hit 40 I’d be able to retire! With Lynda’s guidance and motivation losing nearly 16kgs in my 49th and 50th year hasn’t been difficult at all!

I went to Lynda to lose weight that had crept on over a few years. I was delighted to discover she too is a ‘foodie’ and really understands the challenges of working full time, cooking for a family and having a social life. I found her food plans easy to follow and interesting enough that I didn’t get bored and feel like ‘straying’.

I dropped around 14 kilos of fat and was delighted to be back in shape and fitter than I had been in a while.

I continued to see Lynda fortnightly to keep me on track and to pick her brains for how to handle challenges like taking 90 kids on school camp and what on earth I could eat, or what I could eat in between games at a hockey tournament. She has an answer for every challenge!

Every fortnight Lynda has either found something new on the supermarket shelf or has another little pearl of wisdom that keeps me on track and motivated! Her knowledge of food and supplements is vast, and if she doesn’t know, she finds out! How she finds the time to do the research she does is beyond me!

However my sense of satisfaction was short lived! Not long after I reached my goal I was diagnosed with a painful chronic inflammatory form of arthritis and was unable to exercise. Disaster for me – my gym sessions and hockey umpiring are my form of stress relief and in my head maintaining the fat loss would be impossible without the exercise! I emailed Lynda in despair! By the time my next appointment came around Lynda had researched my arthritis and presented me with a raft of foods to avoid, to help my condition! She re-jigged my food plan, bolstered my confidence and sent me off back on track and confident I could continue to stay lean without the hard out cardio I had been doing.

With my arthritis under control and having got back to the gym and hockey turf, I decided to lose another couple of kilos and get extra lean and to have some ‘glamour shots’ taken for my 50th birthday. Lynda was so supportive and provided the extra boost and encouragement I needed to reach my new goal. I am delighted with my new shape and am enjoying being so lean! It is certainly easier on my old arthritic joints – and it provided the perfect excuse to go shopping ,as nothing fitted!

I continue to go to Lynda fortnightly because I’m the sort of person who needs to be accountable. In order for me to stay as mobile as I am, and as fit as I am I have learnt over the past couple of years I need to stay lean and eat ‘clean’. I cannot thank Lynda enough for providing me with the tools to reach and maintain my goal!!

Cherie lost 17.8kgs in 14 weeks

I just wanted to thank you so much for all the support and assistance you are giving me with my weight loss. Thus far 17.8 kilos in 14 weeks!  I am excited and empowered and so grateful to you for guiding me in the right direction. You are educating me like I’ve never been taught before!  I enjoy our chats and appreciate all your top tips for good healthy living and food options. Looking forward to the next weigh in and chat on Thursday!

Lisa - 14 weeks and 10kg’s lighter

Lynda came with a great recommendation, and after a fabulous, indulgent Christmas I bit the bullet and made an appointment to see her. I felt very relaxed and at ease with Lynda at my initial consultation. Lynda set a realistic fortnightly weight loss goal and worked out a food plan to suit my lifestyle. After just a few short weeks I felt more energetic and less focused on food.

I have shopped up a storm and am buying figure hugging clothes instead of the safer baggy option. I have gone from a tight size 12 to a loose size 10. My journey is not over, it is a long term commitment, but it is do-able! Thank you Lynda for your guidance and motivation

Tina reached her pre-pregnancy weight after her second baby.

After having my second baby I wanted to be healthy for my children and get back to my pre-pregnancy weight so I started seeing Lynda who worked out a nutrition plan for me. It was much easier than I thought. Because I was breastfeeding I could consume a lot more calories and I felt like I was eating all the time, I was never hungry!

After only a few days on my new eating plan I couldn’t believe how good I felt and how much energy I suddenly had to play with the kids, even on the hot summer days! Results were fast and I haven’t felt this good in a long time. Thank you Lynda!

Shalome lost 20kgs in 9 months.

Seeing Lynda and dropping 20 kilos changed my life. I was wearing size 18-20 clothes without even realizing it until I saw a staff photo and noticed I was the biggest person there. I could not believe I was that fat! I was stressing, knowing that in one year I would be turning 30 and by then I would be obese. I needed an action plan. I joined a gym and began some very light exercise, as I never was a fan of sweating. I knew I needed some support and when I saw Lynda’s card in the gym I thought why not? I had tried other ways to lose weight, like group support programmes, but did not enjoy them.

After 9 months, and with Lynda’s guidance, I am very happy to say that I have now lost 20kg! I am wearing size 12 trousers and even bought a dress for the first time in at least 10 years! I used to avoid simple activities such as walking; now I am running half marathons and have even taken up kick boxing which I love. I now enjoy exercise and with eating correctly for my body and my lifestyle, I now have the energy and motivation to do it.

Losing weight has changed my outlook on life and increased my confidence. I have resigned from my job and am looking at studying nutrition next year. Having Lynda to support me and cheer me on definitely encouraged me and kept me motivated along the way.

The best part is not having to buy clothes just because they fit, but being able to buy clothes I actually like. People’s reactions are great too! My family is proud of my accomplishments which make me feel successful. I now feel confident turning 30! I am energetic, excited, healthy and most of all, happy!

Tiff (Australian Online Client)

Got on the scales this morning with a heavy heart and guess what!!!! WE have done it – I was 80kg! Now I just need to maintain that weight or go lower, which i am determined to do, but now I want another baby!!. I am sitting here in Jeans I bought in NZ before I left for my brother’s wedding and they were v tight then and now there is a huge gap round the waist and they are very loose around my legs and butt.

I am walking around the house with a huge smile on my face. Thank you so much for everything Lynda, you have really helped me achieve a lifelong dream of being slim and I was feeling a bit down yesterday that I would never get to 80kg.

Mae Jordan, winner of the 8 week weight loss challenge.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Oh, no, another year older! We can’t stop the ageing process, but we can stop GETTING OLD!!

A little while ago, I signed up for Fitness Fix’s EIGHT WEEK CHALLENGE, after noticing how good a friend was looking and sounding having decided to do the Challenge with Sally and Lynda. Being a strictly non gym person, the one-on-one attention, flexible half hour sessions, cosy, non threatening exercise area combined with a simple, personalized eating plan with no gimmicks was not difficult at all. My target for the challenge was to lose weight, get fitter and FEEL younger and by my birthday, approximately eight weeks away.

I went to Sally’s twice a week and worked on a regimen she’d devised for me along with being weighed and measured and visited Lynda once a week to review how the diet was going and also be weighed. Lynda’s help was fantastic with all the new products available on the market I wasn’t aware of, there is now so much to help cut calories while still enjoying interesting, tasty meals and snacks. It easily becomes the choice for a permanent lifestyle change which can also fit in easily when cooking for a family.

The regimen with Sally and Lynda was really enjoyable and, apart from starting to notice things a bit looser than they’d been, the scales were showing a steady decline AND people I didn’t really know very well were commenting on how much better I was looking!! The stress and strains of the last couple of years in business had certainly taken a toll and I was appalled to see a photo of me last Christmas, looking awful AND OLD!!

Doing the EIGHT WEEK CHALLENGE certainly helped me look and feel better and I would not hesitate to recommend it to ladies who usually hate gyms and have tried every diet known to man. Not only does it work, it quickly becomes the way to a fitter, healthier and age defying lifestyle.

Angela P

Honestly, the whole weight loss thing was – dare I say – easy. I eat way more than I ever did. I’ve achieved my goal weight, and Lynda has now given me a maintenance programme.

Chris R has lost over 10kgs.

I’m just dropping you this email to let me know how completely amazing you’ve been, I couldn’t have lost l0kgs+ without you! ! I feel much better about life, I’m fitter and happier, and it’s all thanks to you!! (sometimes I wondered if you actually know everything?!!) I saw some friends yesterday that I hadn’t seen since I finished school last year and they couldn’t get over how much weight I had lost!

Clare T has improved digestive health.

I have had tremendous success gaining control of my weight and with Lynda’s extensive knowledge, my digestive health is better than I ever thought possible.

Donna has improved blood pressure.

One of the excellent, but unexpected, side effects (that I am assuming has to do with my weight loss), is that my blood pressure has fallen. In fact when I recently visited the doctor, my blood pressure was recorded at 120/70. You can’t get much better than that.

Jackie J

“I really looked forward to my weekly visits with Lynda and have since recommended her to several friends who have attended and who have also benefited from her expertise.”

Kate B

“I think of Lynda very much as my Food Coach rather than a diet clinic consultant. She’s right there with you every step of the way in her direct and encouraging way. At the end of the day it’s all up to you but it certainly makes it that much easier having someone there with you.”

Lael Read has lost 13kgs in 5 months.

“I really want to write this for all the people out there that are overweight and never thought it was possible or thought it would be too hard to lose the weight they have been holding on to. And also for Lynda, she has been an amazing support for me and I really love going to see her every 2 or 3 weeks for our chats, weigh in’s and measurements. I wouldn’t be here without her.

I hope my words can help you get to where I am. It’s truly life changing, physically, mentally and emotionally.

I started this journey on February 22nd 2011 and weighed 96.5kgs. I have just turned 29 and am 166cm tall (or short J). Today is the 2nd August and I have just come from my appointment with Lynda, to date I have lost 13kgs and a lot of cm’s from my bust, hips and waist.

I was in Jacquie-E on Saturday where I like to get skirts for work and normally I would have to squeeze in to a size 16 or buy XL’s. This time the 14′s were too big and I am now a size 12. Not a bad effort for 5 months.

It takes a bit to get started and to get into the habit but once you are there it feels easy to keep it up. I still treat myself. If I didn’t I think it would be much harder to stick to. What is life without treats? If I had pizza for dinner for example, I would make sure all my other meals for that day were on track, so it’s a balance. The results are all about how much effort you make and what you put in your mouth, and the comments you get from people make it all so very worth it, you hold your head higher and walk taller.

I still have around another 8kgs to lose till I am at my goal and I know I can get there. Thanks again Lynda”

Jodi has lost 10.5kgs

I began my journey with Lynda back in January this year.  My goal was to lose between 10 and 15 kilos.  I can proudly say that through my hard work and determination, and the support of Lynda and my wonderful family, I have now lost 10.5 kilos.  I have done this by eating normal food, which fitted in with my family, and also exercising.

I hate diets and always have felt hungry in the past, but Lynda provided ‘real food’ options that suited my budget of feeding a family of 5.  Even the kids eat more veggies now!

I feel fantastic and I often say to people that I feel like I have found my “spunk” again!  It was not just about the food, it was about me making a conscious decision to change my habits.  I have always been active, but I soon discovered that if I did more than just be active, I would get better results, faster.  So I got off my backside and decided to start running again.  I run with my mate on the weekends, but during the weekdays I struggle for time as I work fulltime and am a wife, a mother of two boys and the proud owner of a bouncy black Labrador.  All of which keep me very busy.

I needed to find more hours in the day to do my running.  I now take my gear and run in my lunch hour – it is fantastic, it is great exercise, plus it is great for my mental health.  I get out in the fresh air and leave work, computers and all that goes with it behind for 30 minutes.  I come back feeling fresh and energised for the afternoon.

It is easy to find lots of excuses not to eat well or not to exercise, but for me it was about finding every excuse I could to get out and exercise and make better food choices!

I have a few more kilos to go to get to my goal and with the continued support of Lynda and my wonderful family I know I will get there.

Cecile has much healthier habits.

Cheers Lynda! Thanks for your no BS approach and really guiding me / us to some much healthier habits. I am grateful that the ‘results’ are so recognizable in such a short time relative to how long I had not been ‘doing the right thing by myself’.

The results prove how amazing the body is at ‘self correcting and self healing’ once you give it a proper chance. It’s really remarkable and naturally inspiring to experience. It makes me appreciate life more and the dynamic flow that can be restored once we apply ourselves to better principles. It also makes me realise, quite graphically, how I do not want to go back to where I was, mentally, emotionally or physically around food / eating habits. It’s all very empowering – so thank you so much!

It feels really good to have some success, especially because life has been pretty challenging over the last 9-10 months or so! With gratitude!

Bronwyn has lost 18kgs and gained her life back

When my Doctor recommended doubling my blood pressure medication it was time to take my weight issues seriously.   I didn’t just want a diet, I have been there done that before without any real results.  I needed to find a long term solution that fitted in with my life and my family.

Finding what was right for me was the key and with Lynda that is exactly what I got.    The one on one approach with an eating plan designed just for me around normal everyday food.

Fitting exercise into my life was probably my biggest challenge and I came up with a million excuses why I couldn’t exercise, but as the weight has come off this has been easier and I now look forward to walking each day.

Most of the time it has been smooth sailing but there were moments when I lost focus and my inner voice told me ‘you knew you couldn’t do this, may as well give up now’.  This is the point where in the past I would have called it quits and without Lynda I would have.  It was her belief in me and constant encouragement that made me pick up the water bottle, put on the shoes and get on with it!

To date I have lost 18kg and I have gained my life back.   No longer does fear of failure stop me from enjoying life.   I’m not locked away on a ‘diet’ and can head out for dinner and coffee safe in the knowledge that I know how to make good choices and still have fun! I have a few kilos left to lose but take half the blood pressure meds I used to and my Doctor has said I can stop them completely next month.   This was my ultimate goal. Taking this journey with Lynda has changed my life in so many ways.

Mary lost 6kgs.

Thank you so much for your support and encouragement to me in shifting the last 6 kilos off my body.  I have so enjoyed eating the correct food and shopping for different varieties of “healthy” food to make my meals tasty and interesting, as well as nutritious. Your advice regarding exercise, water intake and general education re various food types has been invaluable to me and I have learnt heaps along the way. Thank you so much.”

Rechelle & Lee. Rechelle lost 10kgs for their wedding.

I am writing this letter to recommend Lynda Smith as a Nutritionist.

My husband and I have always lived quite healthy and active lives, both playing at very high levels in our respective sports before wear and tear and the dreaded thirties and illnesses put a stop to that. We keep fit, watch our diets and stay active and in no way have become couch potatoes.  However with our impending wedding and my husband’s injuries, we decided to use the knowledge of a nutritionist to control our illnesses and maintain a healthier lifestyle. We had always read health magazines and sought information about food and nutrition, but prior to meeting Lynda we didn’t realise how much misinformation and contradiction was out there.

Our first impression of Lynda was one that has remained constant from day one.  Lynda is passionate about her work and helping others, and is realistic about what is achievable and what isn’t.  She is a great motivator and was even able to motivate us when we had a “bad week”. Lynda has passed on a great deal of professional knowledge which has consequently given us a positive outlook towards our overall health and lifestyle and we ultimately we feel better within ourselves.

I lost 10 Kilos for my wedding day, I have more energy than I thought possible and I sleep better.  We are still eating the same way Lynda taught us and are still feeling the benefits a year later. Lynda is constantly researching and passes on any information that relates to our health conditions so that we can continue to control these problems. Colleagues and friends saw the results of Lynda’s magic with us and were constantly asking me for advice about food and nutrition.  I would just smile and give them Lynda’s contact details and tell them to contact her.

I am proud to have used Lynda’s advice and recommend her 100% to any one who is serious about getting expert nutritional advice and living life to the full.

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