Erica Lost 20lbs on a High-Carb Diet at Strength School in Martinsville
This month I’d like to share an amazing transformation story from a client here at the gym in Martinsville, Erica Dickey. Erica has been coming to Strength School for about 18 months, lifting weights about three times a week with a focus on building strength and muscle tone. In January, Erica began using our high-carb diet to lose fat and drop inches, which accelerated her progress even more. Here is a Q&A with Erica:
1. What initially got you interested in Strength School?
My friend Tessa Shaw told me about Strength School. I knew I needed a changed but I didn't even know where to begin. I was so nervous to try something like this because it is completely out of my comfort zone.
2. You’ve been exercising here for almost a year - what’s helped you stick with it for so long?
It was a real struggle for me to commit to a structured schedule and stay consistent in the beginning. I really had to make it a priority and that was tough for me. After a couple months, it became a conscious part of my routine. I have tried a lot of different gyms and programs before that never lasted so it was really important to me to stick with this. Once I started seeing small changes, I was motivated even more to continue.
3. How much weight have you lost since you started? And what all have you changed that’s helped with your weight loss?
I have lost a total of 23 pounds and 8 inches! Shane's weight loss challenge in February really gave me a boost and forced me to reevaluate my diet. I had to break a lot of bad habits and reset my mindset surrounding food, which was really hard.
4. What do you do for fun outside of the gym?
My son Collin plays basketball, baseball and races a go-kart so that consumes most of our free time. When I do have any free time, I like to read and spend time outside with our pet chickens. I am attempting to get into gardening this spring but so far, I have just been killing everything.
5. What’s your favorite place that you’ve visited and why?
We went to Charlotte, NC last fall and had so much fun!
6. What do you do for a living?
I am a realtor with Bennett Realty. We have an office here in Martinsville and soon will be opening a second office in Mooresville!