TESTIMONIALSI was just coming off a very serious injury and I needed help regaining strength. Christina was ablea to help me achieve my goals and even more than I expected. Every time she trained me, my self-esteem increased. She researched my injury so she would know exactly what I could do and where I should be. Without her pushing me, I would not have gotten back on the soccer field as soon and as well as I was able to. Thank you so much Christina! -Andrea As middle age crept up on me, so did my weight. By the age of 46, I found myself 20 pounds overweight and feeling tired, achy, depressed, and lacking the flexibility & energy to do many things that I use to do. The last straw for me was having a "muffing-top" in a size 12 pants. I started Christina's 12 week online program August 1, 2009. From our first conversation to the end of the program Christina was always there with positive, encouraging input. She was able to tailor my food plan to accommodate my vegetarian diet. To my surprise I was always full, yet the pounds melted away. Within a couple of weeks I could feel and see the results. In the end, I am within reach of my goal weight, but even more important, I feel great. I have increased energy & flexibility, and the aches (some of which were diagnosed as arthritis) are gone. Even better, not only is the "muffin-top" gone, but my clothes are too big...time to go shopping! Christina did a great job of motivating me and keeping me on track. Most importantly, Christina's healthy eating & exercise plan is not a diet, it is a sustainable way of life. -Leslie Words cannot describe how supportive, encouraging and knowledgeable Christina is. I was tired of the "diet cycle" and the "big group" approach. Sure, I had lost, but you could count on it always coming back.. Christina has provided a new solution to my weight struggle. She customizes my program to ME, as a mother of 3; time is precious, and always changing. She is able to customize my program weekly to meet my needs. I have lost 25 pounds and still am loosing. The amazing part...my body feels strong, and I am loosing differently this time, my body has more shape and definition. I like looking in the mirror and seeing my progress. When I have a down day, she is there, a constant encouragement. Her feedback time is immediate. She is always accessible to answer my questions, give guidance and recommendations. This time is different, I am building muscle while loosing fat ... and it will be permanent this time! Christina is wonderful and I know I would not be here today without her. -Catherine, Brooklyn CT I met Christina online about two years ago, and I have been able to watch her throughout her own transformation. She has always been extremely dedicated to reach her own goals, but she is also extremely dedicated to others. Christina has been very helpful to me throughout the time I have known her, and eventually I turned to her to help me reach my ultimate goal of getting lean. I have been nothing but happy with my decision. Christina is motivating, encouraging and right there when you need something. She has provided me with one-on-one attention, while being many miles away. I can trust her 100%. -Caitlyn C. For such a long time I tried on my own to lose the same 25lbs with no success. Failed diet attempts, leading even to sort of an eating disorder left me thinking that I shouldn't eat more than 1.000 calories per day to maintain my weight. I spent more time in the gym than anyone I knew without reaching my physique goals. When I decided to work with Christina, I promised myself to do everything should would ask me for. So she put me on a 2.000 calorie diet starting day 1 and even though I was totally afraid of gaining extra lbs I stay on track and the wonder happened: I lost lb by lb and never felt any hunger or weak points. The workouts were great and the cardio no big point, since I was never so focused on cardio she customized a great plan for my goals. Though our time isn't over yet I need to say: thanks Christina for changing my believes to a better, helping me to find a way out of a beginning eating disorder. -Lilly, Germany After I'd come to the end of my rapidly fraying rope, I decided that I needed to enlist some help to get my diet and exercise back on track. When I was thinking of the qualities that I look for in a trainer, I knew wanted someone who is knowledgeable, understanding and quick to respond to my questions, fears and frustrations. Deciding to work with Christina is one of the easiest and best decisions I've made. She creates diet plans that are easy, exercise that does not take all of your time and always lends an empathetic ear when needed. I know that I will get the results I want just trusting Christina's expertise! -Christy, Monterey, California Christina Borges created an extensive diet plan for my specific body type on 3/14/09. The detailed program was based around my height, weight, and focused on the removal of fat without effecting muscle. During the first two weeks, I lost 14 pounds and people were already taking notice to this positive change! The best part was that Christina really took the time to speak with me about the types of foods I enjoy or wanted to avoid, any allergies I may have, and even included a workout plan-right down to the appropriate speed, time, and heart rate while doing cardio. It was not the typical generic diet used in most programs, but actually zeroed in on particular times of day and measured amounts of food. I am currently in my third week of this amazing diet and have lost a total of 18 pounds and counting! I would definitely recommend Christina's personalized weight loss and exercise system to anyone. Whether you want to lose a significant amount of weight or if you simply want to tone up, Christina will indeed provide the results you are looking for! -Adam A. Putnam, CT I started with Christina around the first of March 2009. I had my doubts when trying this new program. I had tried so many other programs in my life and I just couldn't get anywhere. This program has a lot of things going for it. First is the support that you get from Christina. No matter what she is doing she always gets back to you with a solution or support. Believe it or not I really don't have any cravings on this program. Because you eat about every 2 to 3 hours you are never hunger. That was very important for me. Even my chocolate cravings have almost disappeared. Christina had a new concern when she took me on. I am a vegetarian...no meat, seafood. We both worked together to make this work. I gave her suggestions and she gave me suggestion. Each program is designed for each persons individual needs. If I feel something isn't working she changes it till it does work. I have lost 7.75 inches since the start of the program. This is were I show my biggest change. My clothes are actually getting big for me even though the scale has not done what I want it to do. Each day brings me closer to a healthier and happier life. -Denise, CT Home: Florida Occupation: Teacher Age: 26 Height: 5'7 Weight Before: 170 Staying motivated: Seeing the results and being able to fit back into sizes I was wearing years ago makes me stay motivate. CHRISTINA is what keeps me motivated she is there every second of the day when you have a question for her. She did not put me on a diet she changed my lifestyle forever and I love it. Out of the gym: Run, walk the dog, bike ride, camping, exploring new places. Most complimented on: Face, Stomach, and legs What motivated you to get into shape? After looking at how small I was a few years ago. Also just wanting to start living a very healthy life and have it become easy rather then a diet. -TEACHER, FL Working with Christina is the best thing I have done for myself in a very long time. I have been a runner for over 25 years and my body weight just seemed to plateau, and then increase, and I couldn't get it under control with all of the crazy dieting I tried. Christina has taught me there is a healthy way to eat (real food!) and she makes it sooooo easy. I never feel like I'm depriving myself of anything. Her motivation, support and great sense of humor keep me on track, even when I feel like I'm failing. She always has time to answer my questions, making me feel like I'm the only client she has! Could not ask for a better coach. Thank you Christina. -ANNADELL, CT I have been traveling long distance for work for 20 years, at 44 years old my back was in great pain. After 10 plus years on a maintenance program with my chiropractor he told me that I had the spine of a 60 year old and suggested I start working out or I would eventually end up in surgery. I bought a treadmill and had a love / hate relationship with it for about three years. A friend of mine introduced me to Christina in the fall of 2009 and my life has changed for ever. I worked with Christina once a week for an hour for about three months. She has changed my opinion of working out to the point I now have a gym at home that includes my treadmill (we made up) and a Bow Flex I purchased in January. I dedicated a room in my home to fitness in Christina's honor and I have never felt better. If it were not for this wonderful person who took the time to teach me how to love working out and of course the results none of this would have ever been. Thank You Christina for entering my world you made it a better place to be. I feel good about myself, my body is no longer in pain and I feel better at 44 than I did at 34. You are the Bomb Gorges! -Steve, CT I met Christina by chance, and she was discussing her occupation with my coworkers. Christina's enthusiasm and optimism was hard not to take notice of. I immediately took interest in what she had to say. She spent a good hour of her time just discussing what she does, and answering questions about how we could reach our goals. I decided to try her bootcamp class. It has now been almost 3 months since I started her class, and I feel stronger, have more energy, and have lost inches around my waist. Christina has helped me to stay motivated with her encouragement and positive words of advice. She is also always there when I have concerns or questions. Her commitment to helping others lead a healthier lifestyle is not just a job its her passion. To optimize my success I have decided to try Christina's 12 week nutrition program, and I know I will receive the same commendable commitment that I have seen in the last three months. Meeting Christina has had such a positive impact on my life, changing my health and self esteem. -Becky -Brooklyn, CT You have changed my life in so many ways. First, I was FAT. And unhappy. Once I made the decision to change, my like improved so much. With the weight off, I found that I had other problems to think about. Let's face it, being 55 years old and having lost 120 pounds left allot of me to firm up. Couldn't do it on my own, but with your help I was able to meet my personal goal of firming up my body, not to mention my spirit. It must be really great to have a job that has such a positive impact on people. Thank you Christina -Russ -Brooklyn CTHi my name is Debbie, I met Christina last year 2009. I signed on for her 12 week training and nutrition program. Little did I know at the time it would change how I looked at food and exercise forever! Christina made me feel very comfortable. She listened to me as I shared with her my health problems and numerous surgeries. Previously I was afraid to lift weights for fear of hurting myself or getting bulky, course I didn't know you could lift weights to be lean and look great too! She designed a training and nutrition program just for me! Today a year later I have lost several pounds and as well as inches. My body has truly took on a new shape. I am stronger inside and out. My endurance is so much greater, always want to keep going on and challenging myself even more. Christina was my personal Cheerleader, she has been there to support me the whole way. Today I still workout and eat good!!! and enjoy going to (BootCamp) that Chris teaches a couple times a week. She has been an inspiration and encouragement to me even to this day, so much so at the age of 49 I am going to classes to become a personal trainer and fitness instructor myself. Like Christina says (Give Her 12 weeks and she'll give you the rest of your life!),she means what she says! I'm living proof. From the bottom of my HEART a BIG THANKYOU! Christina for giving me a whole new way to look at food and exercise. Your enthusiasm and energy are an inspiration to all who have the opportunity to meet you. GOD BLESS YOU CHRISTINA!!! and THANKS for making a Difference in my Life!! - Debbie Name: Lisa Reid Name: Kerri Grocki Name: Brian Name: Kayla Caez Out of the gym:My biggest enemy outside of the gym is myself. I dedicate times to work out at the beginning of each week based on my schedule. With a baby I never have the same schedule every week so I have learned to be flexible and work out when I can, even if its 8 at night. Most complimented on: My butt. Everyone has notice have have toned up around my hips and butt. It can be embarrassing to get that kind of compliment but I am proud of my accomplishment. What motivated you to pick up the weights? My daughter was the primary motivation. I weighed 225 at my highest during my pregnancy. I was able to lose down to 187lbs. I was struggling with losing any more of the excess weight. I wanted to make sure I can crawl on the floor, run around and play with my daughter without being winded or sore. That is when I found out about Christina and Body Shape and my quality of life has gotten better since.
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