The rigorous exercise that would normally accompany the KickStart eating plan was not suitable for me so instead, on Joanne’s advice, I simply walked briskly for 30 minutes most days and continued with my weekly Pilates class. I lost 2.4kg in the first week without feeling any tiredness or cravings. After three months of steady weight and inch loss, with changed eating habits based on KickStart recipes, I lost 15.5kg, exceeding my goal. My sleep and energy levels have improved dramatically. Oh... and I’ve got my waist back! Thank you Joanne for your advice, praise and encouragement!                           

- J. Morris

"I suffered with back pain for many years. I had regular spasms where I could not walk, I could not finish cutting the grass in one go. Medication and many visits to a chiropractor achieved nothing. Jo through pilates has transformed my back pain. No spasms for 12 years; I can dig holes with a pick axe, move tons of soil around the garden and cutting the grass is now a pleasure. I highly recommend Jo to anyone suffering as I used to.

- Kevin Sims

 I have been attending Pilates and Zumba weekly and have felt the benefits. Jo is really knowledgeable about fitness and is great at getting to know each person and considering individual needs, making sure that the sessions are accessible for everyone. It never gets boring and it's always a friendly atmosphere with a mix of all ages and genders. Everyone is welcoming.

- Heather McKnight

"At 67 years old and 13½ stones I thought I would be fat forever.
When Joanne told me about her ‘Boot Camp’ I signed on.

I had an MOT with my doctor who gave the go-ahead. I pledged to give 100% commitment and stuck to it throughout the four weeks.

The first week was very hard as I felt weary and lethargic but I lost 3½ pounds.
The following week was not much better but again I lost 3½ pounds.

After that I had more energy and found the diet a lot easier. 
The third week I lost 1½ pounds and the fourth week 2 pounds - 10½ pounds in total over the four weeks.

People have begun to notice my weight loss and are very congratulatory.
I am continuing to eat sensibly and have now lost a stone - I want to lose another two. I now know I can achieve this - Yippee! I feel great!"

-- Angie Hawker