Three months home as of today from Unite\u2026still hitting the gym\u2026I can\u2019t believe I am still going strong, I don\u2019t know where this work ethic came from, but I\u2019ll keep it! I\u2019ve lost a total of 140 pounds so far in 5 1\/2 months. Gone from a size 5\/6 X to a 3\/2 X. I have come a long way on my journey.<\/p>\n
Thanks to my friends & coaches at Unite Fitness Retreat and my friends here at Train Boston. I can see the goal line and it is closer than I thought it would be by now and far more than I ever thought it could be. As someone who has struggled for most (if not all my life) with my weight and had so many false starts, I never thought I\u2019d make it this far. Much less in the short time it has happened. I wanted to say a special thank you to EVERYONE who helped me start this path and kept me going. <\/span>UPDATE: Danny has lost 100 more pounds since being home! He is ALMOST down 200 pounds!!! <\/strong><\/p>\n-Danny M.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Nat Experienced a Mental Shift*<\/h3><\/div>DO THIS PROGRAM. I\u2019ve been here 4 weeks and my life has had a complete transformation. I\u2019m a gym owner. Yes, I own a gym and I\u2019m overweight both physically and emotionally. At first I was ashamed of this, but later accepted that I am human and I too need self care.<\/p>\n
As a gym owner, I knew what it takes in the gym and in the kitchen to get healthy, but I didn\u2019t know where to start with the emotional work. Actually, I did. I was just scared and didn\u2019t have the mental space to embark on that journey. <\/span>That is, until I got to Unite. <\/span><\/p>\nWhat helped me achieve that mental space to explore my emotions is the STAFF. They care. A lot. About you. And they don\u2019t have to, but they do. And it\u2019s genuine. And it\u2019s what sets this program apart. <\/span><\/p>\n\n- Yes, the workouts are challenging.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Yes, the food is great.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Yes, the facilities are top notch.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Yes, the spa is fancy.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\u2026But any fitness camp can find a nice gym, dietician etc. to have in their program. Unite\u2019s real value add is their people and their life\u2019s passion to change your life. <\/span><\/p>\nThe key is to: <\/span><\/p>\n\n- stick to the program <\/span><\/li>\n
- open up <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
The staff will take notice if something is off and they will ask, but if you\u2019re not willing to be open, uncomfortable and positive, you will miss on the biggest opportunity: GROWTH. IF shut them out, they can\u2019t help. It\u2019s that simple. <\/span><\/p>\nI\u2019m leaving here with a smaller body and a bigger heart full of love for myself. Sign up!<\/span><\/p>\n-Nat H.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Staff is Amazing*<\/h3><\/div>Amazing crew, every one! Unite\u2019s trainers work with you no matter what your fitness level, but they challenge you too. You\u2019ll be amazed what you\u2019re really capable of that you never knew you had in you. I had my doubts I could do this type of program, but quickly learned I could do it. Unite has everything\u2013 Fitness, education, beautiful Utah landscape, massages, life coaches, and great food. <\/p>\n
I did a month and lost 20 lbs of fat plus put on quite a bit of muscle and toned my entire body. When I got home my ramped metabolism and energy lost me another 10lbs in the first month home. I feel confident, strong, and capable! If I could live at Unite for months, until I was shredded fit, I totally would!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>A Weight Has Been Lifted*<\/h3><\/div>A friend told me about Unite after I noticed and commented on how different he looked after he lost quite a bit of weight. He told me he had researched every weight-loss camp in the country and had chosen this one and was glad that he had. Since I know him to be a very detail-oriented lawyer, that was good enough for me. I invited my brother and sister and the three of us went to Salt Lake City (which is a beautiful city, with spectacular hiking areas nearby); my brother could only stay for three weeks, but my sister and I stayed for four weeks. <\/p>\n
My brother lost 30 pounds in three weeks (and grew a neck and established a waistline in the process\u2013six and a half inches off his waist!). My sister and I took a little longer, but I eventually lost 29 pounds in the four weeks. Since then (we left the program 2 and 3 weeks ago), my brother is now down 43 pounds from beginning and I am down 38 pounds. My sister is down 22 pounds. All of us feel a lot better and actually enjoy exercising now. Things that used to be difficult for us are now a lot easier. It feels like a great weight has been lifted off of us\u2026because a great weight HAS been lifted off of us! It\u2019s a great program. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s not easy at first, but if you can follow directions by a team of very dedicated and knowledgeable (and fun) staff, you can do it. In the third week, we took the same hike that I could not complete when we attempted it the first week, and we completed it. The mornings are filled with exercise and stretching, and the afternoons are filled with spectacular hikes with views that are beyond imagination, and more stretching. I am a 59 year old lawyer, who thought there was no time in my busy schedule for exercise. I was wrong. Now I look forward to going to the gym because I know how to exercise and use the machines, and I know how good it feels to complete a really good work-out. Now that my metabolism is working, I sweat a lot more while working out, but it feels great. <\/p>\n
One thing surprised me. In the 4 weeks I was there, there was never a time that I was hungry. They don\u2019t starve you to make you lose weight. They teach you to eat in a responsible and mindful way, with snacks to keep your metabolism burning. And they teach you to know what you are eating by knowing what to look for on the ingredient lists on food packages. Since I have been home, I still eat 5 or 6 times a day, and I have lost another 8 pounds. I know it sounds unbelievable, but it\u2019s absolutely true.<\/p>\n
-Jeff Burns<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Serious Results Happen Here*<\/h3><\/div>An excellent place for a regimented start to health goals. Scroll down and read Karena Coopers\u2019 review. I agree with it and couldn\u2019t write it any better. Great place and great people if you are SERIOUS about getting fit! I stayed for 4 weeks and lost over 20 pounds of fat.<\/p>\n
-L.D.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Ready to Live Life Again*<\/h3><\/div>I left stronger, lighter, and inspired \u2026 Ready to live life again.<\/p>\n
When I got to Unite I was depressed, overweight, and lost. I had just had the 4th of my many surgeries on my foot after a freak trampoline accident left it crushed. I had been unable to walk or do much of anything for months. Once was bad enough, but the 4th surgery tipped me over into a depression that I just wasn’t able to shake. So I did the only thing that I knew to help myself\u2026 I went to Unite fitness camp. I have been to fitness camps before, but this one was like no other. The trainers are passionate about their work and the lives they touch, the education is second to none. The other people I met were all amazing\u2026 each with his or her own struggles. We inspired each other. We sweated, we laughed, we cried together, but there was not one of us that did not come out stronger for the experience in more than one way. I can truly say that my 4 weeks at Unite changed my life. I am already planning on returning (for fun and a tune up!) and look forward to seeing what I\u2019m really made of again!<\/p>\n
For me, with my foot, I was not sure if I would ever run, jump, or even walk uphill again. It hurt just to walk. But I amazed myself at how much I achieved and WAS able to do while under the careful supervision of the amazing trainers. By the time I left I was speed walking up mountains, and even jogging a few steps. I get close to tears with gratitude each time I think of my experience. I cannot speak highly enough of this camp. I would recommend it to people of all shapes and sizes\u2026 injuries or not. This IS the place to go. You will leave this camp better\u2026. a changed person. This camp helped me to find my passion in life again and for that I am grateful.<\/p>\n
Now I love my body everyday (in more ways than one) and plan on keeping it that way.<\/p>\n
-Courtney S.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>This Program Transformed My Life**<\/h3><\/div>I am 19 years old and my weight and life in general had gotten so out of control that I had no idea where to turn. I had an unhealthy relationship with both food and exercise and felt depressed and completely hopeless. I knew I needed help to get my life on the right track. Thankfully, my brother had heard about Unite and after looking into it I decided to give it a try, not really thinking or believing that it would actually help me. The first week was the hardest and yet most empowering thing I have ever done! My original stay was intended to be 8 weeks and ultimately, a lot longer. Six of the best months of my life. I owe everything to the amazing staff and program that is Unite. I not only left more than over 50 lbs lighter, but also a completely changed person\u2026..Obviously physically, but most importantly, mentally. Everything I learned during my time at Unite will take me through the rest of my life. The lessons I learned about both diet and exercise have brought me the happiness that I so desperately wanted and the life I was supposed to live, this program transformed my life. I can never thank Unite Fitness Retreat enough and recommend it to ANYONE contemplating a life change. Its hard! But oh so worth it!!<\/p>\n
-Ali<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Lost 17 Inches in 2 Weeks*<\/h3><\/div>Excellent program & staff, I lost 12.5 pounds and 17 inches in 2 weeks. My weight went from being in the obese to normal range in this short amount of time. I especially loved the hikes and being in nature even though I\u2019m not an outdoorsy guy. I\u2019d highly recommend this program to anyone searching for a kick-start.<\/p>\n
-Van<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>My Results Met My Epxecations!<\/h3><\/div>My name is Kathleen Desruisseaux. I\u2019m from Mesa Az. I booked a one week stay and I enjoyed my time so much that I extended my stay by adding an additional 4 days for a total of 11 days. <\/p>\n
I chose Unite because it\u2019s fairly close Phoenix. The pricing was within my budget and there were services such as one on one meetings with dietitian Brooke. <\/p>\n
Besides the results I achieved from the program I enjoyed the trainers, the food, the activities just to name a few. My results met my expectation! Mind you I have very realistic expectations. I worked hard, gave it my best and only ate only my Unite foods and the results paid off! <\/p>\n
What I would tell anyone coming to UNITE. Yes there\u2019s \u201cretreat\u201d in the title however you are coming here to make a change in your fitness or nutrition needs. If you current are not physically active it will be challenging! You must be ready to go at 5:55am! If you\u2019re not a morning person this probably isn\u2019t for you! If you don\u2019t like to exercise, this probably isn\u2019t for you ! If you\u2019re not willing to eat the meals and snack provided as part of the program, this probably isn\u2019t for you! In other words, come here with a serious attitude that you want to become more fit! No matter what your fitness level is you can be successful at Unite and its a wonderful place to start if you\u2019re serious!!!!<\/p>\n
-Kathleen Desruisseaux<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Exactly what I needed!!*<\/h3><\/div>Over a couple of years of an work\/life imbalance and having a shoulder surgery, I had gained 35lbs and felt unable to make the life changes I know I needed to make. I finally blocked out 3 weeks to attend Unite Fitness. I found Unite probably like most people by looking to the Internet. I wanted a program that was not a resort, not too big\/impersonal, and not exorbitantly priced. Fortunately Unite went way beyond my expectations. I worked out harder than I truly ever thought I could, which is a good thing. It\u2019s a smaller program and the instructors are able to accommodate personal limitations or desires. Leah, the main instructor, was truly passionate to make the program work for me. I was able to lose almost 15lbs in 3 weeks at the program and since leaving am able to continue to lose another 10lbs. I feel much better physically and emotionally and highly recommend the program to anyone. <\/p>\n
-Dr. John Hall<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Changed the Way I Feel About Exercise*<\/h3><\/div>I am a 52 year old woman (with asthma) who loathed exercise with every fiber of my muscles. I was exercising about 3 times a week (for an hour at a time) because I knew it was necessary, but I dreaded even thinking about, let alone doing it. But\u2026I *AM* a 52 year old woman. And I knew that if I didn\u2019t change my thinking, and the habits associated with it, I\u2019d soon (too soon) become another statistic: spending the final decades of my life feeling old, slow and chubby, and with poor joint and cardiopulmonary health.<\/p>\n
So, to say I was a \u201clittle nervous\u201d about 3 weeks at a Fitness Retreat would be an understatement of epic proportion. Regardless, I researched every single Retreat in the U.S., and finally decided that the workout facilities, BEAUTIFUL Salt Lake City location, credentials and the friendly\/responsive nature of the admin staff (during my research) at Unite were far superior to all of the others I had researched.<\/p>\n
So I took the plunge. <\/span>This is what I can say about my life-changing journey to Unite: <\/span><\/p>\n\n- If there are better trained, or more experienced, positive, dedicated, compassionate or knowledgeable trainers anywhere else in the world, I certainly haven\u2019t met them. Every single trainer had a vast knowledge of the anatomy, physiology and nutritional aspects of improving\/sustaining fitness, but (perhaps) moreover the psychological aspects as well. All of the trainers quickly invested themselves 1000% into our successes: they became our mothers, coaches, cheerleaders, friends, sisters, physical therapists\u2026and our psychologists. They adapt miraculously (and quickly!) to every single personality that presents itself \u2013 and we were, to put it mildly, a motley crew!<\/span><\/li>\n
- If there is a more beautiful place in the world in which to hike\/walk\/bike\/jog, I certainly haven\u2019t seen it. Salt Lake City is stunning, and the weather (particularly when I went in October) is perfect for outdoor fitness \u2013 dry and crisp. Beautiful.<\/span><\/li>\n
- The Gyms in which we worked out were state-of-the-art in every respect.<\/span><\/li>\n
- The Administrators of Unite share the Trainer\u2019s authentic desire to change lives. They share the same \u201cheart\u201d for this business, and will (and did) do everything in their power to make their guests\u2019 stay safe and comfortable.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
So\u2026I came home after 3 of the most (admittedly) challenging weeks of my life, with a lighter body (12 lbs and 12 inches), but moreover a lighter mind. About halfway through the 3 weeks, the fear and loathing of exercise evaporated, and what was left was \u201cOk\u2026I can do this\u2026now and at home. I get it now\u201d. And, sure enough, now that I\u2019m home, my entire physical and mental approach to exercise has done a 180: I feel strong and capable and energized by it, truly miraculous. Unite is a place unlike any other.<\/p>\n
-Rikki Schwartz<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Mike Lost 30 pounds of fat in 26 days while gaining 10 pounds of muscle!*<\/h3><\/div>I had taken my health for granted for far too long and needed a reboot to say the least. My 4 weeks at Unite truly transformed not only my body, but my eating habits and way of thinking. I am very glad I came to Unite and wish I had done this years ago.<\/p>\n
-Mike<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>From Size 14 to Size 2*<\/h3><\/div>I\u2019ve lost over 65 pounds! Size 14 to a Size 2. At 5\u20191\u201d I never thought I\u2019d tip the scale at 168 pounds. During six years of a failing marriage, I managed to gain over 70 pounds on my petite frame. The day I separated from my husband, I took the first step back to health and joined Unite.<\/p>\n
I had to do something about my weight and overall health before I\u2019d feel confident enough to date. After several months of eating healthy and cardio daily and implementing the behavioral changes I learned, I dropped 30 pounds and completed my first triathlon. I cried at the finish line.<\/p>\n
I continued my exercise and healthy eating at home, but pushed farther everyday. With another 15 pounds off of my body, I was starting to resemble the woman I used to be. I stopped my emotional attachment to food and craved the burn of my lungs and muscles. One thing I loved at Unite was Functional Training! Kettlebells, bootcamp, and olympic lifting. Now I am doing CrossFit! Dropping nearly 16% body fat and gaining lean muscle. I look and feel amazing! I never thought I\u2019d be back to the body I had in high school.<\/p>\n
Health and fitness is now a lifestyle. I have my \u201coff\u201d days, but I never let one bad day get in the way of all my that hard work. Watch out boys!<\/p>\n
\u2013 Kelsey<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>