'The first time I met Kristen at my daughter’s dance studio, I did not anticipate the great compassion, generosity and friendship that was to follow.  Kristen taught me to love and accept myself as I am, and from that place of strength make changes for continued growth and improvement.  My future goals are no longer benchmarks that I don’t measure up to.  I don’t beat myself up for what I didn’t do yesterday.  Instead I work towards my goals; enjoying the journey just as much as reaching the goal.  The funny thing is that I have accomplished more this year, than I have for a long time.  Not in a million years did I think I would complete the Warrior Dash at 43 years whilst studying at university, running a business and raising 3 kids!  Kristen gathered a group together, and the accountability to myself and the group, kept me on track.  The food plans Kristen gave me were easy, and used real ingredients I recognised from my pantry/fridge.  Kristen’s workouts were well thought out, fun and needed only sneakers, and a field.  Kristen instinctively knew when I needed tough love and when I needed patience and compassion.   A year ago I had no time nor energy to do much more than hope to lose weight, now I go to the gym like I own it, and running around my block is just a matter of grabbing sneakers.   Kristen inspired me to stop thinking about it and do it today.  When I do start slipping, she sends a new smoothie recipe to try, or arranges a group workout, or invites me for tea and a chat, or starts planning the next race.  

Robyn Reinemo, Newmarket, Ontario