Testimonials

“I started my journey with Peak Life about 4 months ago. 

I was always using fad diets and quick fixes to lose weight and the weight always came back.

I felt unhappy and unhealthy in my own skin. 

This nutrition coaching experience exceeded my expectations. The approach was sustainable, practical, and tailored to my needs. One small step at a time starting with nutrition and then incorporating training.  I wanted to start slow being a full time worker and mother of a 2 year old and Coach Chloe helped with that! 

In these 3.5 months, I’ve lost 17 lbs and approximately 8 inches all around. My relationship with food and fitness has significantly changed and I am able to ensure that I am fueling my body the way I should. (I was never eating enough protein!)

I’ve seen steady progress, improved eating habits, and long-term results I can maintain. I highly recommend Peak Life to anyone looking for real, lasting change. “

The photo on the left was taken when I was 5 months postpartum. At that time, I was struggling; relying heavily on processed foods, skipping regular movement, and feeling overwhelmed by unmanaged stress. I wasn’t practicing the 4 Positive Practices that I know are key to my health and well-being. I didn’t feel like myself. I was constantly tired, moody, and sluggish.

Despite the common belief that breastfeeding alone would help with postpartum weight loss, that wasn’t my experience. When I stepped on the scale and realized I was still 30 pounds above my pre-pregnancy weight  and more importantly, feeling unwell physically and emotionally, I knew something had to change.

I decided to return to the sustainable lifestyle habits I had trusted before. I knew this would not be a quick fix, but would be to genuinely feel better in my body and mind.

The photo on the right was at 10 months postpartum. I began nourishing my body with 80% whole foods, prioritizing vegetables, and drinking 3–4 liters of water daily. I committed to strength training three times per week and incorporated daily movement. My sleep started improving, and as I gave myself permission to focus on my well-being, my stress began to ease.

I tracked my intake with intention — averaging 2200–2300 calories per day and aiming for 130–150g of protein. I was also still allowing myself the freedom to have foods I love with no guilt or shame. Over those 6 months, I lost 25 pounds, but more importantly, I gained energy, mental clarity, and confidence. My clothes fit better, my mood lifted, and I finally started to feel like myself again.

These changes weren’t extreme, however they were sustainable and realistic. And by committing to them, I’ve built a foundation for long-term health that supports not just my body, but my entire life. I hope that this story inspires you to make changes in your life to feel and look your best. 

Before & After — Fat Loss Phase

Before: Oct 1, 2025 — 202 lbs

After: Dec 31, 2025 — 187 lbs

⬇️ 15 lbs down in 12 weeks

This wasn’t about chasing a photo-ready body.

It was about getting my energy, confidence, and health back.

Between raising a young family, shift work, renovations, and real life, I could feel myself slipping—fatigued, uncomfortable, and drifting away from the standard I want to live by. I had gained 20–30 lbs, my clothes didn’t fit, and I hit a fork in the road:

change the habits… or buy a whole new wardrobe.

As a working dad, “monk mode” wasn’t realistic. I didn’t have hours a day to train or meal prep. So instead of doing more, I focused on doing the right things—consistently.

Looking back, the process was far simpler (and more sustainable) than most people think.

What we did / didn’t do

❌ Starve, fast, fad diet, keto

✅ Ate 3 intentional meals + snacks

Real food like steak, sweet potatoes, vegetables

• Maintained a 300–400 calorie deficit

❌ Cut carbs completely

✅ Macro balance:

• 45% protein

• 35% carbs

• 20% fat

High protein = fullness + muscle preservation

❌ Endless cardio or treadmill marathons

✅ 8–10k steps per day

(And not a single run during this phase)

❌ Lived in the gym

✅ 3–4 strength sessions/week

Focused on compound lifts: squats, deadlifts, presses, pull-ups

❌ Steroids, injections, extreme protocols

✅ Simple, evidence-based supplements:

Creatine, magnesium, omega-3s, vitamin D

❌ Massive restriction

✅ Lifestyle control:

• Little to no alcohol

• No drugs

• 3–4L water/day

• Minimal processed sugar

• Lean proteins, fruits, vegetables, quality carbs

✅ Aimed for 8–9 hours of sleep

(With the reality of kids, pets, shift work, and life doing what it does)

Positive changes

1) Better focus & mood — more energy and patience to show up for my family

2️) Confidence — progress you can feel and see

3️) Strength & movement — lifts improved even while losing weight

I don’t have a stage-ready physique—and that was never the goal.

The goal was peak health, longevity, and becoming the best version of myself for the people who rely on me.

This is exactly what we teach at Peak Life:

Simple. Sustainable. Built for real life.

If this resonates with you, you don’t need perfection—you need a plan you can stick to.