Before starting the Balance Program I was unmotivated.  I lacked

the energy to take care of my body.  Lisa (Nelson) helped me regain my

focus by giving me the tools necessary to make life changes with my diet

and excercise program.  Healthy living is now second nature. Lisa (Nelson) was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. Thank you!

Meg G. - Teacher, Livingston, MT

Before I spoke with Lisa (Nelson), I felt overwhelmed at the changes I needed to make to be healthy. Lisa gave me the support, encouragement, and knowledge I needed to focus in on small changes. Now I feel like this is something I can really do for myself and my family!"  

Rikki K, Mother- Cedar Rapids, IA

I had been a yo yo dieter for more than 30 years and had just about given up hope of losing the excess pounds until I stumbled upon Real Living Nutrition and Roseanne Rust in April, 2007. I started with the Mini Diet Makeover and was so impressed with the indepth and helpful analysis that I signed up for the Balance Program. Over the course of a year, I lost 40 pounds and to date, have been successful in maintaining my pre-yo yo diet weight of 115 pounds. I have lost weight in the past, but would gain it back after hitting a plateau and becoming discouraged. Roseanne skillfully guided me through the plateaus and helped keep me moving in the right direction. The Balance program is a way of life, not a "diet" and I would recommend it to anyone who is serious about improving their quality of life.

Karen K. - Meadville, PA

When I signed up for the Balance Program, my goal wasn’t just weight loss, but building healthy food habits.  I didn’t want to “go on a diet,” but instead, I wanted to change some bad habits and hopefully lose some weight along the way.  Rosanne Rust and the Balance Program fulfilled both of these goals for me.  The “diet make over” portion of the program made me realize that I had a lot of good habits, but like many things, there was room for improvement and change.  With a relaxed yet focused approach, Rosanne helped me make those changes in little steps.  Because it wasn’t a drastic overhaul of my lifestyle I was able to easily incorporate these changes into my daily habits.                

As a busy mother of three young children, I never felt pressured by either Rosanne or the Balance Program; it never felt like another thing on my “to do” list.  In the end, not only did I benefit from everything that I learned and the changes that I made, so did my family.  It was well worth the effort!

Heather - Meadville, PA

I wanted to take a minute to thank you for the wonderful program. This program has transformed my life for the better. Adriana has helped me so much - she has been so receptive to my needs. She took the time each week to explain and make sure I understood the idea behind the lesson - and beyond.
Can't thank you both enough,

N.R. - Puerto Rico

I am very pleased with the balance program. My dietitian Sandra was extremely suportive and encouraging. I have learned a brand new way of healthy eating for my family and myself. I am looking forward to the Healthy Program, so I can reach my goals. Thanks for all your help and for providing me with something I can actually be successful with to be healthy. 

Follow up:

I've lost 47 lbs, and just had blood work that came out perfect.  Thank God!, and thanks to Sandra.  She's the best.  I thank God this came my way, it saved my life for sure.

Eileen D.

Given Confidence to Make Healthy Food Choices

Ursula is amazing!  She changed my life with regards to food and dieting.  I’ve struggled with food and weight for 40 years.  Food was not my friend.  I’d been on more diets than I can remember and had been to Weight Watchers 20+ times.  One of the major factors in my success in working with Ursula was her coaching me on how to eat healthy based upon the foods that I enjoy and my lifestyle.  We also focused on being healthy rather than "losing weight".   

I lost 9 pounds, learned to enjoy food, and was given the confidence to make healthy food choices at all times throughout the day and when dining out.  She worked with me on eating more often and provided endless food suggestions.  It was one of the best investments in “me” that I’ve made.

Rosemary- Rancho San Diego, CA

Made Positive Changes at My Own Pace

One of the things that I enjoyed about the Balance Program was that I could work on my health goals at my own pace.  However, the most valuable part for me was Ursula's expertise, guidance, and all of her ideas.  Ursula is a pro!

S.B.

Ditched the Diet and Took on Healthy Living

As a trainer and self-described gym rat I have heard of countless diet programs.  At 46 years old I have tried a few diets myself.  To make a long story short, all of them helped me lose weight but none of them helped me to keep it off.  The Balance Program and Ursula’s coaching has helped me to realize that my nutrition is beyond the number on the scale.  By learning how to balance my meals and meal times, I have been able to better fuel my exercise routine, burn more calories, and maintain a healthy weight.

I always tease people that I've lost 200 pounds but it's always the same 10 pounds!  I lose it, it comes back, I lose it, and so forth.  I have dropped and kept 15 pounds off for over 2 months...through the holiday season and the Super Bowl.  This is no small feat for me.

I have to give credit to Ursula for educating and helping me to realize that by making the right healthy food choices, most of the time, and maintaining an active lifestyle I will lose the pounds and fat, I will gain the muscle and fitness, and my body will find its balance.

Sam C. - Bonita, CA

Wow- I've learned a lot. Great program. I loved the sessions with the dietitian, looked forward to her feedback. I think its great that you can use the tools and read your feedback later on as a refresher. Good value for the money. Because I realize that a lifestyle change is an on going process, I'm going to continue with more sessions. I know I'll need to talk to the dietitian around the holidays.

C.K.  

This program is incredibly valuable because it does what no book or weight watchers did for me - actually showing me, based on my real current diet, what I am missing/having too much of - how I need to balance. I love having this personal attention!

Stefanie Zizzo- Apex, NC

Read Stefanie's journey through our 90-Day Lifestyle Challenge here!

This experience has changed my life. I have changed my way of living and my way of eating and I have Meri to thank for that.  Without the assistance of Meri, I am not sure what I would have done.  Her guidance has helped me change and I am forever grateful.

J. P.- Los Angeles, CA

You really are an inspiration! The energy and love that you have for what you do shows and you have helped me to really make sense of my world. I have been dealing with issues around food and self esteem for so long that I sometimes gave up on thinking that there would ever be light at the end of the tunnel. I have really enjoyed the Balance Program and it is helping me to make changes where I can and forgive myself for my set backs. I am now down to my goal weight and I know I can maintain it now.

Marla Fruit- 9 Mile Falls, WA

Read Marla's success story here!

This program is fabulous.  It offers personal support at your fingertips and it challenges your habits instead of depriving you of food. 

Jill V.- Spokane, WA

I think this is a wealth of wonderful information.  I was shocked by how much I got back. With the amount of information you gave me, I could really make changes.

Christy Hart- Irvine, CA

I want you to know that a huge reason for my success has been because of your efforts in helping me and I want to really thank you. Below is the article from the SB News Press, Thanks again for everything Meri!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Blake Cantrell- Santa Barbara, CA

Read Blake's success story here!                                                                      

Read Blake's SB Newspress Article and see how he lost 25 pounds to compete in his life-long dream of professional beach volleyball.  

I realize now that I needed to be ready to make a lifestyle change. I am doing that now and it is so easy. I don’t find myself spending more time preparing food or shopping for it. I feel great!!! I am aware of my body and my health for the first time ever, and finally doing it the right way!

Paula G- Seattle, WA

Read Paula's success story here!                                                      

I approached the Mini Diet Makeover Assessment with a diet that was already quite healthy but left some room for improvement. Meri's suggestions and modifications to my diet and lifestyle were very helpful and informative. It has been a week since I began implementing them and I notice a change already -- I am cutting down on emotional-eating, cutting back on sugar-based snacks, and practicing better portion control. It was really refreshing and encouraging to get Meri's perspective - she addressed several things I wouldn't have thought of. Thank you!!

B.A.- Santa Barbara, CA
Read Bridget's journey throught our 90-Day Lifestyle Challenge here!

I just want to thank you for these last nine weeks. Since working with you, I'm more focused on eating healthy.... not dieting!!!!  What a change for me..... someone who has been dieting since high school!  I am so happy with the small changes I'm making and am anxious to continue on and try to regularly incorporate them into my meal plans.  Your support and encouragement have taken me to a new place in my relationship with food.

Lisa Kendall- Ijamsville, MD

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