In January 2014, 38-year old Carol Speight had just become a single mother-of three after separating from her long-term partner of seven years. Carol, from Sheffield, admits she was at her lowest, feeling unhappy, overweight and overworked, so when a friend recommended her to join a bootcamp, she jumped at the chance for something to take her mind off it all. Carol discovered BMF in her local park and has since lost a remarkable three and a half stone and found a whole new lease of life.
Carol, who has three daughters, commented: “When me and my ex-partner split up after seven years together, I found it really tough. I was not in a good place and didn’t feel good about myself. A few months later I knew I needed to get out of the rut I was in and even though I hadn’t done exercise for over 25 years, when my friend suggested a bootcamp, I liked the sound of BMF and decided to give it a go. The free trial session was certainly no easy feat having not exercised for so long but I enjoyed it all the same and became a member.”
Carol now attends three sessions a week in Graves Park, Sheffield. She continued: “When I started BMF in May 2014, I weighed over 14 stone and wanted to shift some of the unwanted pounds! I didn’t think that just over a year later, I would have lost three and a half stone. I have also started taking on fitness challenges and love it! I have so far done the Major Series in Leeds, a 10km obstacle course, as well as various 10km races, which I would have never dreamed I could do!”
“BMF really has changed my life in so many ways and I have made lots of new friends as everyone is so supportive and welcoming. I should also mention the instructors, who are really motivating and make every session different and interesting so you don’t feel bored as you are constantly being challenged.”
“Early last year I was so down in the dumps and didn’t see things getting any easier, but now I have a whole new outlook on life, I am so much happier and friends and family are constantly telling me how well I look, which feels amazing! I would encourage anyone who feels at a loose end to give it a go, the first session is free so you have nothing to lose and everything to gain!”
* Results may vary
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