Chris Wearden.

Chris is a 48 year old who lives in London. He works in the advertising and promotional gift industry in a highly stressful role as sales director.

Why did you work with Ben, what were your goals and what had you tried before?

Chris is a 48 year old who lives in London. He works in the advertising and promotional gift industry in a highly stressful role as sales director.
Why did you work with Ben, what were your goals and what had you tried before?

I decided to work with Ben after I went to a dinner party and saw how the host had transformed his body by using a personal trainer. To be honest I did not like this guy. I felt angry that he was looking great and I was out of shape. For the first time in my life I decided to do something about it.

I went down the gym in my block of flats and met Ben. This was effectively the first time I had used a gym or done exercise.
Despite the worries over what I might have to do to achieve results I decided to commit to it, as being a workaholic and 48 years old, I was in danger of exploding! My goal was to fit into Reiss clothes.

How did you find the experience?

I went to my first session not owning a pair of trainers or any suitable gear. I soon bought the necessary gym gear and started following my metabolic typing plan at Easter. I found the detox challenging but I ploughed through. After following the plan for just 3 weeks which included two sessions a week with Ben I could see some results.
I was feeling better about myself, I didn't feel hungry and was sleeping better and no longer used antacid tablets. Despite some elements of my routine being a bit strange these initial benefits encouraged me to carry on.

What results did you get?

I had not really tried anything like this before so became (and have remained) totally dedicated. Now 5 months into the programme, I train with Ben once a week but go to the gym two or three times between training sessions. I actually enjoy it!

I eat what I want when I go out with friends or clients but find that the things I want have changed, because I have put such hard work into the diet and training. So, I love a bit of bread and butter or a bit of chocolate... but only a bit... previously every event was an opportunity to consume like a nutter. I have had the odd whisky but mainly stick to white wine.

The results are fantastic. I have lost nearly 3 stone and my waist size has gone from 39 inches at Easter (March 2008) to 32-33 inches now (end August 2008).

It was bloody hard work but really worth the time, the effort and money. EVERYBODY notices and I have thrown out all my old clothes and had to buy a few new ones. The best investment I have ever made and I feel ten years younger.

How many 48 year olds do you know who are motivated to get up and run on the treadmill for 2km at 7.00am three times a week..... AND ENJOY IT!!?

"I have lost 3 stone and gone from 39 inch waist to 32-33 inch in 5 months. I feel 10 years younger. The best investment I have ever made"