Sheila

My bodyshape has totally changed!

A close friend and colleague told me about Zest Fitness Academy’s 6 Week Programme and I was intrigued. I was nervous as I’d tried diets over the last 20 years and always given up. I’m 57, was overweight and was very unfit as I hadn’t exercised in years. I remember going through with Emma what I wanted to achieve, and saying that I would give it a go but not feeling sure that I would be able to maintain it. I did my first session on Easter Monday and to say it was hard was an understatement! But now 5 months on I am fitter, stronger, have lost 20lbs and my bodyshape has totally changed. I can now say I look forward to the sessions, although they are not always easy. Everyone at Zest has been so supportive. I really couldn’t have done it without them!”

Honor

Joining Zest turned out to be the BEST decision

I’ve been a gym member for years and enjoyed going but  I found that over the last 18 months, having my routine taken away, I had fallen out of love with training and was finding it hard to get back into. I thought that being part of a group would help so I joined ZEST Fitness Academy. It turned out to be the BEST decision. Over the last 6 weeks I’ve attended 3-5 sessions a week and had incredible results. The classes are fun and only 45 mins long which makes it easy to fit into my day.

But the best part is how friendly the members are and how they make you feel part of the group from the get go! I would recommend Zest to anyone in a heartbeat.

Jess

I’ve already lost 23 inches!

I joined Zest Fitness Academy 2 months ago to lose weight - but I quickly realised it’s about so much more than that!

I feel fitter, healthier and more confident since joining - I have lots more energy, my skin is glowing and my overall mental health has improved. I’ve already lost 23 inches across my body too!

The sessions are brilliant - Emma and Tonin are amazing at what they do and make the training so much fun! They also support you on the nutritional side of things, which really helps!

Zest feels like a family - full of great people who are all so supportive and encouraging!

I’m so glad I joined and I would encourage anyone to do the same!

Carrie

My running is getting stronger

I’ve been a runner for 12 years and after getting Covid and suffering with Long Covid I struggled to get back to previous form, the weight crept on and then I kept getting injured. After bumping into a friend she suggested I try Zest Fitness Academy, so I did! I’ve lost 2/12 inches round my waist, my running is getting stronger and there are no longer any injuries. I couldn’t have done this on my own and the people at Zest Fitness Academy are amazing. I would definitely recommend it!

Terri & Colin

Joining Zest has been one of the most rewarding things that we have ever done

We joined the 6 Week CHallenge at Zest Fitness Academy a few weeks apart after becoming unmotivated and bored of the gym. We were looking for something different that would make us enjoy fitness again, and instantly realised that Zest was exactly what we were looking for, coach-led group training sessions with lots of variety and everything laid out.

We both like not having to think about what we are going to do when we get to the gym. You turn up for your session and everything is set out for you. The sessions are always different and they are as intense as you make them whilst having fun.

We really enjoy training as a couple, and some may say there is a competitive edge between us!

Since joining Zest Colin has lost 1 and a half stone and his body fat has reduced from 23.7% to 12.5%. Colin is at his lightest since being at school in the 1980’s, and feels as strong and as healthy as he did when he was 18. Both of us have lowered our visceral fat levels substantially which is potentially adding years to our lives, and our muscle mass has increased which helps with our boisterous 30kg dogs!

We would never have achieved these results without the help, guidance, nutritional advice and continuing support from Emma & Tonin. Also the support and community spirit from the other members who always make a rubbish day infinitely better.

We both enjoy being part of the Zest family and can genuinely say that joining Zest has been one of the most rewarding things that we have ever done.

Natalie

I was definitely ready to make some changes!

I was tired of doing the same things at the gym, and inevitably being disappointed when nothing happened. I was definitely ready to make some changes!

I’m feeling verrrrrry happy and motivated after my 6 week weigh in. I’ve lost 10lbs and 13.5cm.

Thankyou Emma & Tonin so much for all your amazing support so far, I wouldn’t have done it without you both. Bring on the next few weeks and months I say!

Terri & Colin - “Joining Zest has been one of the most rewarding things that we have ever done”

Jess

My mental health has improved so much!

After having a baby I completely lost myself. I wasn’t in control of my body for 9 months whilst I grew my baby, and post birth was just as tough.

I’m not confident enough to join a gym and I couldn’t stick to home workouts. After I saw an advert for Zest Fitness Academy, I took the plunge!

Being around other women and men who are all working towards their own goal and so determined, gave me the push I needed!

I’m so much more confident in my own skin now. I’m starting to like what I see again and my mental health has improved so much! After 6 week I lost a total of 7 inches all over!! My clothes fit so much better and my energy levels are so much higher.

I can’t thank everyone enough for the support and determination! Definitely the best decision I made!

Julia

I’m 12lbs down and people have started to comment

I had spent the last few months getting very upset about my weight and worrying about not being a good role model to my children. My friends kept talking to me and suggesting different activities but I always found an excuse as to why that wasn't suitable or it just wasn't for me. I then had my passport picture done and thought wow I really need to make a change. That very same day the Zest Fitness Academy  6 Week Challenge came up on my Facebook news feed and something just felt right and I wasn't wrong. Tonin and Emma have been amazing from the beginning, always supportive, always around to answer questions and always suggesting good ideas. Sometimes I walk into a session after a stressful day not in the best of moods but they are always there smiling and even after a tough session I walk out smiling too. Everyone has been so welcoming and chatted to me to put me at ease. I am so grateful for their support. I have a way to go but I'm 12lb down now and people have started to comment and my clothes aren't as tight, it is such a good feeling   Thanks Zest family

Sarah

I’m stronger than I have ever been!

I joined zest nearly a year ago after losing my way fitness wise after the lockdowns and wow what a year I have had not only have I lost weight, inches & my bingo wings it’s the things I’ve gained that have had such an impact on me not only physically but mentally too. I’m stronger than I have ever been before, but the best thing I’ve gained is the support from fab mentors in Emma & Tonin and the rest of the Zesties. I would never have worked as hard as I do if I were to train on my own. It’s such a great place no matter what you’re starting point, we’re all in it together!

Pauline

I feel so much happier in my own skin

I joined Zest Fitness Academy at the end of last year before my 60th birthday after losing my mojo and gaining weight, and I can honestly say it’s the best thing that I have done. I have lost weight and dropped down from a size 16 to a size 8, but this is just a small part of what I have achieved. My fitness and diet have completely transformed for the better and I feel so much happier in my own skin. I have met lovely people along the way, and I have more energy and actually look forward to the sessions.

Becca

Constant yo-yo weight loss WAS my life

So my 40th birthday is finally here. I have been using today as a Zest Fitness Academy milestone for the past year. I’m not quite where I wanted to be weight wise, but I am very happy with where I have got to Here is a cheeky before and after photo selection - the first photo had basically been my size on and off since my mid twenties. Constant yo-yo weight loss was my life, every time I lost some I would always put it back on (and then some more).

Since January 2021 I have lost 49lbs (3.5 stone or around 22kgs) and 73cms across my body. Honestly, being part of Zest Fitness Academy is the best thing I have ever done for my health. Big thanks to Emma and Tonin and all the members for creating such a fab place! Onwards and upwards for me at Zest!!

Vivki

Zest is totally different!

I have tried gyms before but never really engaged. Zest was totally different! From the encouragement of Emma and Tonin to the members of the fb group, I have found I was looking forward to the next session. Everyone is so supportive. The nutrition advice is 2nd to none too. I did the 6 week programme and have lost 1st 1lb. I have enjoyed it so much I have decided to continue on my Zest journey and have become a full member.

Rachael

I lost 26” in 8 weeks!

I had tried many different diets in the past with the sole aim to lose weight, however I always gave in and put even more weight back on. I had always viewed exercise as too hard and would not be possible until I had lost weight. I joined Zest after seeing the advert on Facebook and it has been the best thing I have ever done. I have lost nearly a stone in 8 weeks and 26 inches from across my body. More importantly I feel so much better in myself and a lot fitter. I can now do exercises that I never thought I would be able to achieve. The sessions are hard work but everyone is really supportive especially Emma and Tonin who help you to gradually improve and make adjustments to the exercises where necessary to meet your ability. I can’t recommend Zest highly enough and I am looking forward to continuing my fitness journey over the coming months.

SAM

I have learnt so much about myself!

My Zest journey only started about 3 months ago but in that short time, I have learnt so much about myself, my fitness, and my body. When I first contacted Zest all I thought I was looking for was somewhere I could go to lose some weight and improve my fitness, but after my first class I realised that Zest was not like any other fitness academy out there.
From the first time you walk through the door at Zest both Emma and Tonin really want to get to know you so that they are able to give you the most incredible support and advice to improve your fitness, nutrition, and so much more. Before you know it, you are not just losing weight but inches in no time at all.

The classes are great fun, I am doing exercises that I never thought I would be able to do and with the most awe-inspiring group of people (who become your Zest family) I feel there is nothing I can’t achieve.

I am so pleased I saw the advert for Zest Fitness Academy and contacted Emma and Tonin as it was one of the best decisions I have made, I would urge anyone else to do the same, you won’t regret it.

Miranda

I can’t believe how quickly I improved!

I started Zest Fitness Academy on the 6 Week Programme, and I can't believe how quickly I have improved. After turning 40 I thought I should concentrate on me, to get fitter and lose some weight. I live by the quote "Life is tough darling, but so are you!" And although some of the classes are tough I'm quickly learning to be as well! The decision to join up with Zest was easy, from my initial chat with Emma, and along with the support both in the sessions and online from Emma and Tonin this has made the start to my journey a positive one! Long may I continue to develop my strengths and be the best version of me!

Nicola

My Confidence Has Soared!

“I wanted to exercise and tone up to help with my running but am useless at motivating myself and need someone to encourage me.

Since joining Zest, my self confidence has improved so much, I am eating so much better and feel fitter. Zest trainers are so enthusiastic and encouraging, especially when you are feeling low, they will lift your mood. I have tried many programs and got bored or can't be bothered but this is the only program that I have stuck with. I look forward to each session and new challenges that the Zest trainers give me.”