I don’t get to show pictures a lot because privacy is a big selling point for a lot of my clients. Even with great results people don’t often want to put the “before” out there. I can’t blame them. However, I am running a few test programs/online projects right now that I can share. I am excited about the progress.
The first two pictures are from a test for a special training program. The results are great with everyone. No complaints there. Figuring out how to put it into a system that people can use without me? That is another story, and about 2-3 years away. For the record the weight loss is achieved with basic Fat Loss Troubleshoot principles.
I chose these pictures because I am happy with the rate of loss, but more so their postural improvements. That is a big focus of this program, as well as pain decrease and mobility in general. Everyone is having great performance, but I wanted to give a slight sneak peak.
Client 1 -
Client 2 –
Keep a look out for more detailed updates from these clients and others in the group.
Dear Diary
I also want to point to two blogs that my clients/readers are currently writing. I think they are fantastic and if you are looking for a boost and inspiration of people living it, go check it out.
http://carriesfitlife.wordpress.com/
http://beeskneeslife.blogspot.com
One for the Ladies
Kevin Larrabee and I have been working on his Destination Abs project together. You can read more about Kevin over at Fitcast.com. If you didn’t know I am a recurring cast member of that weekly podcast. It’s excellent, check it out.
Check out Kevin here, looking amazing. The top part of his abs have split and now we are moving downward to the bottom part. It is a crucial time and Kevin has been amazing. If you get a chance, stop by the blog, and subscribe to the show.
One for the Pups
Lastly, I want to share that an amazing and special pup is happier and healthier than ever.
“Just got back from the vet because she needed a check up before I took her to the kennel next week. She now weighs, get this, 68 lbs! Now I have to make sure that she doesn’t LOSE anymore weight. Can you believe it?”
This is just a sneak peak of what is to come. If you or (your pets ) are stalled in fat loss efforts you can go pick up The Fat Loss Troubleshoot.
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Haha, you can probably make a career as a pet fat loss expert, going by the amount of fat cats I know
Hey Leigh, could you explain what you mean about Kevin’s abs “splitting”? I ask out of personal interest because I have a small epigastric hernia – that is, one which is right between my two rectus abdominis (sp?), about an inch above my navel. I have fairly well developed ab muscles and – on a good day! – can see the upper ones well enough to see that they have “split” as you describe with your client Kevin. Can you explain a little about this splitting, how it happens and why it’s a good thing (I assume it is?) and your opinion on whether or not this can contribute to instances of a hernia like I’ve got? I’m female, if it makes any difference. Thanks. N
Great results for everyone! They should be pleased with their efforts, and I know that you’re proud of them. Thanks for the poochie pic, too. What a sweet doggie! Hey, maybe we should put our dog on FLTS. She’s a daschund/something else (probably beagle) mix and she’s just about 30 lbs…overweight by daschund standards but just a little chunky because she’s got the bigger breed mixed in.
Looks like everyone is doing a great job. I love before and after pictures.
Leigh when you say “but more so their postural improvements. That is a big focus of this program, as well as pain decrease and mobility in general.”
What kind of training do you do to help improve that?
Congratulations to everyone who has worked hard and are changing their body. VERY inspiring for me, who is just starting week two of OPT.
Your pup is soooooooo beautiful and sweet. Those doe eyes–how can you resist her?
I’m going to share a pic of my pup who is also the cutest dog in the world (yes, there can two cutest dogs in the world). http://tinyurl.com/lt2k63
Awesome results Leigh, everyone is coming along great! Congratulations to everyone.
Aww I wish I could work with you Leigh.
What is your success rate? Is this typical?
wow kevin is looking amazing!
Leigh- you are the jam!
Jules - Those poor tubby cats need someone on their side.
Nicky – Basically I am talking about the fat has removed it self for the upper part of the abs and we are now seeing the split happed where the definition of the muscle is becoming seen. Seeing the abs is about two things: Fat removal and the muscle development for them to be there in the first place. I talk about this a little more in the “Ask Leigh” manual that is free on the right side bar if interested in that.
Aside from that, what you are discussing with the epigastric hernia is going to cause a bulge as you lean out. More so, as you get leaner in the abdominal area the bulge will become more apparent. It will look more like a 2nd belly button that a “split” even though it may be down the middle split of your body.
http://www.herniaonline.com/images/epigastric.jpg
Thank, Leigh. Yep, that’s pretty much what mine looks like (though a little smaller). N
Sinead – Check this out.
Formula for Dog BMR rate.
Dog under 2kg:
RMR = 70 x (weight in kg 0.75) or 70 x {√ (√weight in kg)}
Dog over 2kg:
RMR = 70 + (weight in kg x 30)
Example 1, Toy Fox Terrier weighing 1.6kg
RMR = 70 x 1.6 0.75
= 70 x {√ (√1.6)}
= 70 x (1.12 x 1.12 x 1.12)
= 70 x 1.4
= 98 calories/day
Example 2, Beagle weighing 13.7kg
RMR = 70 + (13.7 x 30)
= 70 + 411
= 481 calories/day
Add in Activity level like you would a human.
Low: 2 10-minute walks with an indoor roam and light play
Moderate: 3 15-minute walks with an indoor roam and light play
Moderately high: 1 20-minute jog, 2 20-minute walks with an indoor roam and play
High: 1 30-minute jog, 2 30-minute walks with an indoor play
Like with human I have found this can overestimate a little, but lands in a good range to start with if making meals for you dog or trying to watch their weight.
The dog above for anyone reading is not my own but the dog of a former clients that was dealing with pain and athritis issues and beign overweight. I have helped about 10 dogs now lose weight and become more mobile. I love the pups.
Keith – It is a very broad subject. I would start by looking at the work of Mike Robertson. Keith Scott also has a good program out called Unbreakable that deals with fat loss as well.
Anna – Aww I had a Husky when I was growing up. They are amazingly smart dogs and wow are they loyal. Great dogs in general.
Jenn – Thanks
Kathy – I can say that these results are typical. Of course some people don’t want to follow the program or have a hard time sticking to the diet. That is life. However, if you follow the program you will get results, period. All my clients that are with me for more than 6 weeks have results. By that time I can tell if you are on board or not and we will part ways.
I will also part ways if you aren’t doing what you need to. Why waste you money or my time. Might seem harsh but they usually come back and fired up because of it.
Shari – You are pretty awesome yourself you know
Your dog!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Brings tears to my eyes. He looks EXACTLY like my old german shephard, who just passed away last summer (he lived a long happy life though – 15 years)
Cutest face I’ve ever seen…
Awesome Leigh. I also noticed in my before and after pics that I had some postural changes as well from working with you. Can’t really tell from these pics, but figured this would be another story you can brag about. http://bit.ly/AJspC Still working on the shoulders though (left is higher than the right… or maybe it actually has to do with my hips being out of alignment).
the postural improvements are astounding!
are they being achieved through specific weight training programs? flexibility programs? or a combination of both?
if there was a way, i would definitely recommend releasing the program that has generated the improvements. i know that i would buy it! it’s incredible how a little postural improvement can change one’s overal appearance – ie, look leaner, fitter, stronger, etc.
Leigh, what is the BRM rate for cats? Seriously, my cat needs to lose a few.
I got the FLTS a few weeks ago and started week 4 of OPT today…great results so far! Thanks for sharing the before and after’s of your clients–they are doing great!
Leigh, that’s a beautiful dog! So glad to hear she’s doing well.
I think some people missed that the dog is not Leigh’s
Cute dog though!
Hi Leigh,
Great before and after pic.
Can you explain what the arrows on the upper back /shoulders are pointing to? She looks much leaner but I can’t tell if it’s descreased size or postural changes.
Thanks!!
2-3 years away for this program? Aww, come on!! I am so impressed with these results – how long did these transformations take? I need the postoral issues helped as much as anything else – this is exciting! I just hope you find a quicker way to market it!!!
Sunshine-
When I designed the strength training program I did a few tweaks for posture including some volume of rowing to benching. And basically I have been doing more mobility work on my off days. Nothing too special.
Also I just posted the Destination Abs update if you are interested and want some more details: http://thefitcast.com/destination-abs-day-134-picture-update
What sort of diet do you implement in your programme – low calorie, lots of small mini meals, low carb, any intermittent fasting? Thanks.
Leigh, that’s too cool! Thanks! I’ll have to look at her food tomorrow and see if what we’re giving her is too much. She’s been on Iam’s weight control food and was doing good–had lost about 5lbs–but I’m thinking that either my hubby or my oldest (or both) have been supplementing her food with treats. Not so good for her little doggie body.
I’d second the request for the cat formula, too. One of our cats is 25ish lbs; he’s a big cat to begin with, but he’s definitely fat, too. Oh, and he seems to be gaining weight on weight control food. I think he’s supplementing with wildlife.
Those are some great postural improvements–and the fat loss, of course! Posture is also something I need to work on. I’ve had some minor improvements just from working to be aware about not leaning forward in my chair at the computer, drawing my shoulders back, etc. But I’m sure I’d benefit from an actual program. I’ll have to look around for something once I’m done with OPT, since I don’t want to wait 2-3 years (sorry, Leigh!).
OMG, the BMR calc for dogs is just what I need.
I have an 18 mth old lab – hyper, hyper, hyper. She has been getting anywhere from 6-8 cups a day and is just one skinny thing.
RE: Cats
Here is a great resource page on cat nutrition.
http://maxshouse.com/feline_nutrition.htm
Cassie- The arrows are showing both postural changes and fat decrease. Also just to be like “yo look here this changed.”
Sue – Currently each person is on a diet based on their activity level’s and protein needs. It is the principles discussed in the Fat Loss Troubleshoot.
Sinead – Pupperoni is like crack to dogs. They will manipulate you and pawn your shows for money.
Hi Leigh
Awesome results … and a very cool hound!
Very impressive. As a massage therapist, the first thing I noticed with client 1 was the decrease in head forward posture and thoracic kyphosis and less tissue at T1-3. This allowed the shoulders to come back and the front line to extend, lifting the chest and improving the function and definition of the abs.
It would be helpful with side on photos to have clients keep their hair behind their ears and extend the view to the feet so you can see how the ear lobe, shoulder, hips, knee and malleolus line up.
Using myofascial release techniques I have had great success with improving posture both for body builders preparing for competition and clients whose posture has started to impact their health and add to pain and dysfunction. My best results were ussually achieved in conjunction with an exercise program.
Keep up the good work – you make a real difference in people’s lives. If you have any questions about how body work can contribute to people’s success, please feel free to contact me.
I have a client who lost 25 lbs, and when I asked her if anyone had noticed she said “No , not really!” So studied her posture and got her to work on standing taller and pulling he shoulders back over the following weekend. I also asked her to go and buy some new work clothes also on the same weekend. When I saw her the next week, she said everyone at work told her how great she looked and was asking how she lost so much weight so quickly, when in reality it had been over a 20 week period. This was her catalyst to carry on and achieve her goals. Stand tall and sit proud and show the world your hard work with pride and a smile,
Richard
The pictures are very inspiring. I would love to improve my posture like that. (And my dogs could certainly stand to lose some “pooch”, as well!) I hope you’ll be able to give us more information so we can try to acheive the posture results at home. I don’t want to wait 2-3 years!
HI Leigh –
I saw your e-mail where you said to post specific questions for you to consider addressing on the posture. I’d like you to address how having children, and specifically via c-section, affects posture and ways to correct it, if its different from other people or different techniques to use. I’ve been working on it a lot lately, but just have a lot of core weakness left over from scars from my c-section. My posture is getting better but slowly . . .
lol about Pupperoni, Leigh. We just give her milk bones and those rawhide chew bones, as far as I know. Who knows what the little people feed her when I’m not looking, though! I caught them trying to give her a popsicle the other day!
Seriously Leigh – how do I get my two pooches to drop their excess fat!? I know what to do for me (having gone from 46 to 14.4% – yeayyy!) but the dogs … I tried power walking, reducing rations, changing the foods, they remain chubby. (The cats are fine although they’re indoor cats with free access to dry food all day and half a small can each in the morning only – and of course water!! Actually, they prefer the dogs’ bowl complete with doggie-drool, yuck).
No table scraps, the ocasional “milkbone” though, but that’s pretty much it. Someone suggested “thyroid” – the “in” thing to have I guess, but I don’t want to start with the worst case scenario!
I want to know how to get my dogs to drop the excess fat, too!