Thank you for all your support.
Sharon Lehman 78 Pounds Later and just a little more to go! Not hungry, not miserable and very confident.

I walked into Dr. XX's office eleven months ago, 50 years old and extremely overweight. I saw the flyer regarding the program and figured that it was just another diet program. Boy was I wrong. I gave Counselor XX every excuse in the world - I couldn't live without pizza or cake in my life, I traveled frequently and didn't want to have to diet when away, I'm not a big drinker, but when out to dinner, I enjoy a glass of wine and ordering dessert. Counselor XX had an answer for every one of my BUT'S!!! And eleven months later, I am proud to say that I have lost 78 lbs., am wearing a size clothing that I haven't worn since 9th grade, and feel better about myself than I EVER remember feeling. Does the Program work - Yes. Am I going to be able to keep the weight off - YES, and that is the most important part. Over the past 43 years of being heavy, I have tried every diet program there is - this is the first time in all those years that I know I will get to my goal and I am very confident that with all the tips and guidance I've gotten, I will be able to maintain it. 78 Pounds in eleven months, and I've never felt deprived. I've eaten cake, pizza, and had my wine and desserts when I've been out. I will admit that they are not the daily or weekly splurges they used to be - but I plan and prepare for my treats, look forward to them and really enjoy them when I have them - but as soon as they are consumed, I'm right back on the program. This past Spring I went on a 8 day vacation to FL and came back to a long weekend away for my birthday. Did I diet during those two weeks, NO - and I was very worried when it was ending that I may not be able to get back on track - BUT I DID IT!!!!!! My friends have all told me that it's very plain that my thinking process on food has changed. Three or four times a week I will see friends or family that I haven't seen in a couple of months and they walk right by me without recognizing me. I have to chuckle every time it happens - in fact I am constantly walking around with a big smile on my face - NOT BAD FOR SOMEONE WHO ELEVEN MONTHS AGO WAS PROBABLY THE MOST NEGATIVE PROSPECTIVE CLIENT COUNSELOR XX EVER SPOKE TO!!!!! Thank you Counselor XX, Thank you Weight Loss By Design, and Thank you Elaine in Dr. XX's office. Without all of your support, I wouldn't be the happy person I am today.
ETW

A New Me for the New Year!

I am so excited by the results I have achieved with Weight Loss by Design. In four months I have lost 53.5 pounds and over 15 inches. I feel healthier and more energetic than I ever remember. I’ve got my self-confidence back and I enjoy being social again.

It has been so gratifying to have family, close friends and even acquaintances notice my results. I went from a size 14 pants to a size 6. Now I will even wear jeans with my shirt tucked in and a belt! I can’t wait for summer – sundresses and bikinis!

Before WLBD I had tried almost every diet available. WLBD is the first program that has helped me change my life and my eating habits for good. I am confident that I will be able to maintain my goal weight because of all of the valuable tips, tools and guidance I have received through my counselor and the program. I believe the key to my success has been the education of what, when, why and how to eat.

I’ve never felt deprived on the WLBD program. I have been able to eat out at restaurants; enjoy desserts and have a few drinks with friends. The program has taught me to plan for “splurges” or rewards and more importantly what to do if I go overboard.

Exercise has become part of my daily routine. In fact, I actually look forward to it! It is a great stress reliever. The counselors were right – you can always make time for exercise – for yourself. Not having enough time is just an excuse.

Thanks to WLBD, my counselor and my doctor’s office staff, I’m a new person! The support has been overwhelming. It’s been a great experience and I look forward to a lifetime of success in maintaining my new weight! WLBD is the answer!

Kelley DeSantis

I went to Dr. XX's for a visit today and good news...I lost 12 lbs. In the first month!! I am ecstatic. All the hard work really has paid off, and I am delighted with the results. I just wanted to share this great news with you, have a great holiday weekend!!
JN

Through the WLBD program and staff, Dr. Fox and her staff, I am here Five months later and 52 lb. lighter! More importantly, healthier and more energetic than I have ever been in my entire life and best of all, I can eat like everyone else and still maintain a healthy weight. The support that you receive is nothing short of awesome. When I tell you that this program has saved my life, I truly mean it and especially if you suffer from any type of eating disorder. It will do the same for you and you will know the success I feel no matter what your situation is.
Bernadette Pacitti

What a wonderful program this has been for me! I have lost a total of 52 pounds as a result of exercise, portion control, and education. I value the counseling support. Cindy helped me understand the importance of eating the right foods balanced with exercise results in weight loss and feeling better about myself. After being in the program 18 months, I was able to make right choices in food, yet still indulge from time to time, and assist my family in having a healthier life style.
Try it, your life will be enhanced!
Forty and Foxy!

As I neared my 50th B-Day I knew I had to do something about my weight, which was beginning to affect my health. Now six months later I am 43lbs. lighter and much healthier. My blood pressure has dropped tremendously and I can now stop taking my Lipitor for my high cholesterol. In the past I have tried numerous diets and lost weight but I never was able to get my cholesterol levels down. On this program I have learned the proper foods to eat which enabled me to reach my main goal no more Lipitor and looking and feeling GREAT!!!!! I went from a size 14 pants to a size 6. Last week at work we were able to wear jeans for donations to American Breast Cancer Foundation, and at last I was proud to put on my size six jeans and wear a tucked in blouse with a belt, people at work are actually calling me skinny. I LOVE IT!!!!! With my weekly conference calls to my counselor I have received support and valuable information which will help me to live a healthy lifestyle. I have changed my whole body appearance with contineous exercise and couching from my counselor. I must confess that turning 50 and going through menopause I was dreading getting older, but thanks to the team at Weight Loss By Design, getting older is better. I feel better and have more energy than I have in a long time. Thank You counselors, and Weight Loss By Design.

TO WEIGHT LOSS BY DESIGN,
Just wanted to tell you folks that I went shopping the other day and had a funny moment. I USED to wear size l-XL, (depending on the clothes and makers). I was at the store and tried on a summer jacket size M. It was TOO BIG!!! So I tried on the SMALL. It was JUST RIGHT. But the larger was on sale for 75% off. Now, do I buy the one that fits or go for the one on sale? NEITHER! I figured it was a sign, wait and buy something that fits and is on sale.

Before I lost weight, I would by jeans in sizes 16-20. Today I went and purchased 2 pairs of jeans size.....8. Hurray for me.

People at work notice the weight I have lost. Even the security guards that I don't normally see that often have made great comments. I have even been offered to get kidnapped and taken away to a tropical beach!

But the thing that I find most interesting, there are some people that did not speak to me when I was heavy, BUT NOW, they want to be my friends. I told them that I am still the same person they didn't talk to, just skinnier. I don't have time for them. If you didn't like me a few months ago, why do you want to be my friend now? Some people are just idiots I guess.

But I am enjoying the new me. I normally wear sweatpants and T-shirts to work in. But sometimes now I wear my jeans. My husband asks "Why are you wearing your jeans to work?" My reply..BECAUSE I CAN.

That's all for now. Hopefully I will knock off these last 10 pounds and send my AFTER photo.

Thanks for all your help so far.
Patricia Kelley

BO was in this AM. 34# lost in her first 2 months! Mentioned to her that when she gets to <240 ( 16 to go) we may have to decrease her diabetic meds again .Handed out may last WLBD brochure today.
Doctor XX

I received my meds last Monday. Sorry we couldn't connect. I got stuck on a business call. I lost 5 lbs. last month, but 11 lbs of fat. I don't know how that works, but it's ok with me.
PF

It`s been six weeks and because of Dr. XX and your diet program I have never felt better and not too mention I lost 24lbs. so far. I look at life different these days .Thanks for your help and time. Happy Easter.
JG

Sorry it has been so long since we last talked. I hope you remembered that I went to my sister's wedding in California and then on to Hawaii. I hope to stay in better contact from now on. With my little one it sure is hard for me to even pick up the phone. Hope you understand. I did go and see Dr. XX at my 6th week appointment. I was very pleased to find out that I lost 19lbs. Very wonderful feeling. I weighed myself when I got back from Hawaii, and I was so excited to find out that I lost another 3 pounds. Not too bad for watching what I ate but enjoying all the fine foods Hawaii had to offer. The most amazing accomplishment to me is that I feel great and my husband thinks I'm more beautiful then ever. My self esteem is very noticeable and my attitude towards life is great again. One more thing. I went from a size 18 to almost a very comfortable 12. I want to thank you and your company for showing me the light. I now know that with exercise and watching what I eat I can enjoy life. Thanks again!!!
CK

I wanted to tell you my story from yesterday. I went to Dr. XX after being on the diet for one month. I lost 18 lbs., 12% body fat! I was very pleased and so was the doctor. I can't tell you what a great feeling it gives me to start that way. It shows me this will work and that I couldn't have done it without the constant support and positive attitudes of everyone involved. I feel so special! Thanks for all of "your" help. The suggestions and comments that I get from you help me feel that everyone else sometimes can feel as I do...up, down, happy, sad. Thanks again!

A patient wrote to me: Thanks for the vitamins. I feel the cravings leaving as soon as I took them.

I went to see Dr XX ,I am at 135 (20lbs less) and I lost about 7%body fat since I am out of the pills ,except for the appetite suppressants, I will continue on the program for maintenance and additional weight loss of 12 lbs. I will see Dr XX on the 23rd of March and hopefully he'll have the info for me to sign up again for the 3 -6 month program which I hope will include having contact with you via email and or phone system again. I feel that I have changed my eating habits along with exercise as a 4-5 times a week necessity to maintain optimum health. it is a life process. I'll write soon.
JW

All is good. Since staring 12/18/2000:
Wt: 279-232= (47)
% Body Fat: 37.4-32.5= (4.9%)
Waist Size: 52 1/2"- 43 3/4" = 8 3/4"

Without some sort of appetite suppressant I do have a good appetite at supper time and could easily fill my plate with more good things to eat. Glad to hear about the "alternative" suppressant. Starting out in months 4 to 6; Be advised that in three previous weight loss programs over the years since I ceased being
an active athlete I plateaued and remained at 226 pounds and then slowly gained it back adding even more weight. I am confident that this will not be the case with this program. Dr. XX feels the same.
JJK

I saw SC today. She's 186 LBS. She's so happy, and I'm so proud of her. I am now emphasizing the importance of exercising. Since I'm a certified fitness trainer, I took her to the gym and designed a personalized program for her. She's doing well, and her husband is helping her. She's happy, and I am too. I think you should contact her and congratulate her.
Doctor EG

I have to tell you though amidst all of the garbage my life has been through in the last 3 weeks my initial instinct would have been to EAT - EAT -EAT!!! I have managed to stay on the diet, easily, and loose another 4 pounds (according to my scales at home). PMS struck during this 3 week period as well and my cravings for chocolate before were beyond my control. This last time I had NO problems avoiding the chocolate and sweets. In fact I never even thought about it - I'm not sure if it is just a mind set or eating properly has help curb some of my bad habits. I am not depriving myself of anything, if I have mexican food one day I don't eat the simple carbs for the next 2. My 3 year old wanted to go to Dairy Queen - we went and I passed. I drank my water instead and it was okay. Thanks
XX

I got the fat test...oh my gosh...I was sickened...40%!!! I showed them my paper from when I had the test done in college 8 years ago. I was 6.4% body fat! Unbelievable! Good news...I got weighed and since my very first weigh in at the beginning of January, I have lost 15 lbs! 10 of those pounds has been since Jan. 31. I am happy with that. I walked again tonight, but I did speed up a little tiny bit. I was on the high from finding out that I lost some weigt. Take care!
XX

Hello, I just wanted to check in with you. I wanted to let you now that my birthday was last Friday. All in all I did pretty well. I wanted to eat a small piece of birthday cake on Sunday with my family so I prepared for it just like we talked about. I didn't eat carbs for two days before and just to make sure it's okay, I am not going to eat any today, ( just in case you were wondering, it was worth it!!). I'm doing great, I've already lost 5 pounds and I feel so good after I work out everyday. My company has a Gymthat you can go to with a treadmill and bicycles and steppers and a weight machine, so I go and make sure I burn calories everyday before I go home. Thanks for you support Cindy.

Have a great day! I can feel a waist forming!!! I am serious! I didn't have to lay on the bed to zip up my jeans...and they were fresh out of the dryer! Wow! All else is fine. Remembered the meds.
XX

Sorry, I haven't been keeping up daily with you. All is going great. I feel the pounds falling off and the exercise keeps me going. I had a youth group all-night event and haven't slept for 2 days, so I'm pretty exhausted. Other than that, I feel good. My clothes are feeling much more comfortable and I didn't have to jump out of the window to get into my pants! Yeah!
XX

First time i forgot too call.Sorry,lost 2 more pounds.call you next Wed. at XX
JG
From March 9th to April 9th I lost 7 lbs.
Hips 40" to 39 1/2"
Waist 34" to 32 1/2"
Wrist 5 7/8" to 5 3/4"
Body fat 33.5% to 32.2%(50lbs.) to (45 1/2lbs.) Getting started on the weight machines at 24 hr. fitness.
KS

Cindy, Doing pretty good with hungry spells. I have my spoonful (yes, you were right, I have cut out the bread!) of peanut butter before I jog. Then I eat breakfast, cottage cheese and fruit usually, about an hour afterwards. Then lunch about noon. I haven't been hungry, unless I forget the time and go way past noon for lunch. I am doing really well with balancing my menu. I did put together a one page document to keep in front of me, kind of an "At A Glance". I have attached it to this email. Would you please look at it and see if I left anything out or if anything needs to be changed?

My clothes - - well, did I tell you I over shopped this spring on work clothes. I was working in Springfield Missouri and found an outlet mall in Branson I just couldn't resist. Those clothes no longer fit! They are too big. I will miss my $300 Liz Claiborne tawny colored silk and linen suit I got for $80, but not enough to want to keep it! I can aways take my work clothes to a consignment shop. Then I get to shop for new clothes. Yea!! I have been working from home the past several months, so I have been able to get away with wearing whatever I want. My summer clothes though are getting too big. I will make them last through the summer though, most of the shorts have elastic waists, so it's no a problem. However, the large t-shirts I wear are becoming dresses. A couple of them are longer than myhorts! My exercise clothes don't fit anymore either, had to buy new sports bras, and now they are getting too big. But I am not complaining!!!! I love it!
Lee G