Life Before KickStart
How was your body before Trevor Kashey Nutrition?
I was on the pudgy side and struggling with making the progress I wanted. Even though I’ve lost a significant amount of weight over the last few years, I still wasn’t where I wanted to be in terms of my overall health. I always felt like I was on a merry-go-round or I was constantly on a rollercoaster with my weight.
How did that (state of being) make you feel?
Like a total piece of shit. Like there was something wrong with me because I knew what I was supposed to be doing (or what I thought I was supposed to be doing) and felt like I had no willpower or inner strength to get my shit together.
Was there anything you were unable to do that you wish you could have done?
I really wanted to achieve some fitness goals. I tend to doubt myself in the gym for fear of embarrassment/failure.
During that time, how did your current state of being affect those around you?
I think my family was sick of hearing me complain about being on a rollercoaster and not being able to get it together. I didn’t really talk to my fitness coach about it (because why would I tell someone who could potentially help me? LOL!) and I commiserated with my friends at the gym who were experiencing the same struggles. So we basically just bitched about not being able to maintain consistency.
The Moment Everything Changed
How did you hear about Trevor Kashey Nutrition?
From Missy Muller who is a TKN private client, my fitness coach, and one of my dearest friends.
What were your doubts and fears before starting the program?
I had some doubts about my ability to commit – was it going to be more money I wasted on trying something that isn’t sustainable. My fear was that I would make some progress but then go back to my old ways.
What made you say YES anyway?
Seeing Missy Muller’s progress and her ability to stick with TKN.
Life After KickStart
Where is your body/mind now?
I feel so much more confident in my ability to manage my own expectations and use data to drive my decisions. Plus, I’m making awesome fitness gains which is AWESOME!!
How does that make you feel?
It makes me feel like I finally found something that is working for me. I no longer feel like a failure. I’m feeling more confident and secure in my ability to incorporate everything I’ve learned and to make some serious fitness gains!!
What are you able to do now that you were not able to do before (mentally, emotionally, or physically)?
Mentally, I’m much nicer to myself now. I’m celebrating my successes, especially the little ones!! Emotionally, I still have my issues but that’s getting better too. I’ve experienced so much trauma in life but I’m learning to let go of the things that have held me back and to use my supports to help me with my emotional stuff. Physically, I’m so much stronger than I ever was! I’m not afraid to try different exercises, challenges, etc. anymore. I’m not afraid to lift the heavy things!
The Ripple Effect
What positive impact did that have on others around you that you might not have expected?
I’ve had a lot of people ask me what I’m doing because they can see the difference in me. So, I always use that as an opportunity to tell people about TKN and about my amazing gym!
Kim’s Words to You
What would you tell someone who is reading this right now and is unsure about taking the next step?
I would tell them I used to be unsure too. I was worried it would be like everything else I signed up for – momentum in the beginning followed by a complete reversion to my old ways. And then I would explain to them why TKN is different and encourage them to have faith, take the plunge, and never look back!
