Lesley Neff
After College, I stopped exercising completely, lived on fast food and, over the course of a few years, I gained over 60 pounds and was a size 14. By far, I was in the worst shape of my life, I knew I needed to do something, but nothing I tried was working. I joined a few gyms and tried to work out on my own, but it turned out to be a waste of money. I never went, and I could not push myself to work out consistently. I felt like it would be impossible to ever get back in shape. I had taken some martial arts classes in the past, so finally, I decided to try kickboxing. Luckily, I found the Indianapolis Martial Arts club in the Phone book. I was impressed with Ray and his staff right away. They were patient, encouraging and provided the motivation I needed that I could not find at other facilities. At other gyms, you get lost in the crowd, and no one inspires you to even show up on a weekly basis much less help you to work toward any goals.
When I walk in the door of the Indianapolis Martial Arts Club, I feel like I am part of something. It is like having a personal trainer three times a week. In every class, I get the special one on one attention, guidance, encouragement and instruction that I need to push me toward my goals. Over the last year, I have worked out consistently, learned to watch what and when I eat, and I've lost those 60 pounds! I just bought my first pair of size 4 jeans since high school and am on my way to a healthier lifestyle. I have more confidence now that I have had in a really long time, and most importantly, I feel better physically than I have since I was 18 years old. I have accomplished so much more than I ever thought possible, and I thank Ray and his staff of Trainers, Chad and James, for being a huge part of that. They have been an inspiration and that coupled with the positive encouragement from fellow members of the club has given me the self-confidence and motivation I needed to improve my health and fitness. I could never have done it on my own. Now, the club has become an important part of my life, I look forward to going at the end of the day, getting a great workout, and relieving the stress from work and school. Thank you Indianapolis Martial Arts Club for helping me to make a positive change in my life!
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