Laura’s Story

I gained 60 pounds during my pregnancy despite regular CrossFit workouts and trying to make healthy choices (but let’s be serious, once you get to that third trimester the wheels kind of fall off). I was able to lose about 35 pounds without trying. Once I was cleared for exercise I started counting calories as well. I lost 15 pounds on my own, but I was concerned about losing the muscle I was working so hard to rebuild. Ayse was running a nutrition challenge and I knew this was my golden opportunity to learn about counting macros instead of calories alone.

I am so happy that I did the challenge with Ayse! She made counting macros very easy to learn and was extremely supportive. I was nervous that I would become obsessive over the numbers and weighing myself, but I actually found myself feeling more relaxed as I got used to the process. Counting macros allowed me to indulge when I wanted without feeling guilty. There were no good or bad foods. Just foods that you could eat more of (because they have better macros) which helped me make smart choices for my goals.

During the challenge, I lost about 10 pounds over 6 weeks and noticed great improvement in my body composition. I have continued with counting macros and have seen even more drastic results. I can tell I am mostly losing body fat while maintaining and building muscle mass. I feel stronger and faster than ever before!  I really love this style of “dieting”, because I don’t feel like I am restricted at all. I was even able to continue my weight loss over the holidays!