success stories

AGE 47

OCCUPATION Event Planner

HEIGHT 5' 8

WEIGHT 130

WEIGHT LOSS I lost 29 pounds—and I don't miss one of them!

DRESS SIZE I was wearing a size 10. I now wear a size 2!

BY THE NUMBERS I lost 17% of my body weight in just ten weeks. I lost five inches from each thigh, and my body mass index (BMI) dropped from 24 to 20. I can also run twice as fast as I did before!

A FAMILY AFFAIR When I started the Lean For Life® program, my husband and daughter decided they wanted to eat better as well. While neither of them formally did the program, they definitely changed how and what they ate. As a result, our entire family is leaner, healthier and happier.

RAPID RESULTS It was easy to stay motivated because I started seeing results right away. I also loved that the program was customized to my needs, schedule and lifestyle.

SECRET WEAPON The Lindora Daily Action Plan was—and still is—my lifeline. I carry it in my purse and write down everything I eat, no matter what. Being accountable for everything I ate or drank kept me conscious of what, when, where and why I was eating. Reviewing my Daily Action Plan entries every day revealed patterns—things I was doing that contributed to my success, and things I was doing that got in the way of it. I was able to learn from the choices I made, both good and bad.

TASTE TREATS I love the Lindora Chocolate Mint Cocoa, the Caramel Nut bars and the Wildberry drink. It's great to have snacks and beverages that not only taste great, but are great for me!

POSITIVE REINFORCEMENT I've had several friends and coworkers tell me they've been inspired to lose weight after seeing me succeed. My favorite comment was also the most diplomatic. One coworker said, 'I never thought of you as being big, but now you're this tiny little person!' It makes me smile every time I think of it!

BOTTOM LINE Thanks to Lindora, I've gone from depressed, self-conscious and self-indulgent to happy, confident and disciplined. While the scale focuses on what I've lost, I know the knowledge I've gained in doing the program will be every bit as valuable to my long-term success.

AGE 73

OCCUPATION Real Estate Broker

HEIGHT 5' 5

WEIGHT LOSS I lost 20 pounds on the Lean For Life® program—and I feel terrific!

DRESS SIZE I used to wear a size 6. Now I wear a size zero or 2.

COMFORT ZONE Before Lindora, I always felt so heavy and uncomfortable after meals. Now that I've learned to eat in a more healthy way, I feel satisfied and like I have more energy.

SELF CENSOR I used to take a pair of scissors and cut photographs of myself off right above the waist because I didn't like that unsightly 'muffin top' where my belly hung over my belt line. Now that I've lost weight, I can look at photos of myself without reaching for the scissors. Years ago, I was a fashion model. Thanks to Lindora, I feel like I got my body back. No more 'puffin' muffin' for me!

THE WOW FACTOR I volunteer in the emergency room of a major Los Angeles hospital. It's so busy there that people rarely have time to nod to each other. One day after I lost weight, I went to the hospital dressed for dinner to pick up a friend. One of the young doctors saw me, stopped in his tracks and said 'Wow!' When people notice, you realize that the changes you're making are really visible. That feels incredible!

SATISFYING AND DELICIOUS I always thought that in order to lose weight, I had to eat boring, flavorless food. The Lean For Life® program showed me how to enjoy delicious, real food I could buy in grocery stores or order in restaurants. Best of all, I never felt deprived while I was losing weight.

PERSONAL FAVORITES Every one of the Lindora products I've tried has been wonderful. I especially love the Cinnamon Crisp bars, the Hot Cocoa and the Creamy Vanilla Shake.

TODAY'S THE DAY When people ask me how I lost weight, I tell them about Lindora and I ask them 'What are you waiting for?' There's no better time than right now.

BOTTOM LINE I've volunteered at a hospital for 15 years, and I've often noticed that many of the overweight or obese patients have heart disease, diabetes and other health complications. There's no doubt in my mind there's a direct connection between our diet and our longevity. There is so much in life we can't control, but Lindora has shown me that we can make better choices every day. At 73, I'm eating better and moving more—and I feel terrific!

AGE 43

OCCUPATION Field Technician

HEIGHT 6’0

WEIGHT 185

WEIGHT LOSS I lost 51 pounds in the first ten weeks—and a total of 135 pounds!

DOWN SIZING I used to wear a 52-inch waist pant and had to shop at the ‘Big and Tall’ store. These days, I wear a 34-inch waist and can shop pretty much anywhere I want.

TURNING POINT I knew it was time to do something about my weight when I was on an airplane and had to ask for a seat belt extension. I was so embarrassed and depressed. My doctor had told me I was borderline high blood pressure. I knew I couldn’t keep living the way I was.

HEALTHY IMPROVEMENTS My doctor is really amazed by what I’ve accomplished. My cholesterol and blood pressure are both in the normal range, and I feel good every day.

STAYING MOTIVATED The rapid results I experienced on the program really helped me stay focused and motivated. I knew if I just followed the program and stuck with it, I’d continue losing weight. And that’s exactly what happened. I refused to let anything get in my way.

LESSONS LEARNED The entire Lindora Clinic experience was a real education for me. I not only learned how to eat better, move more and stress less, but I also learned really practical things like how to overcome a weight plateau and how to make healthier choices at parties where food and drinks are so abundant. I started the program in October and continued to drop weight, even through the holidays.

HE SAID WHAT? After I lost weight with Lindora Clinic, my godson came up to me and said, ‘I never knew you had a neck!’

BIG CHANGES I have so much more energy and can do so many more things with my family. Before I lost weight, I was always lazy and tired. Nothing slows me down now. I’m much more productive at work and I’m much more active with my wife and daughter. I really enjoy cycling and running now.

A NEW MAN People who haven’t seen me in a long time sometimes ask my wife if she has a new husband. She definitely does!

AGE 40

OCCUPATION Financial Consultant

HEIGHT 6' 0

WEIGHT 175

WEIGHT LOSS I lost a total of 59 pounds!

WAIST SIZE I'm down from a 42 waist to a 35.

A NUMBERS GAME I'm a financial consultant, so I'm always looking at the numbers and the bottom line. When I look at what I accomplished on the Lean For Life® program, it was without question the best investment I've ever made in myself. My body fat percentage dropped from 21.8 to 9.4. My body mass index dropped 22%. My blood pressure also dropped. All those numbers add up to improved health.

HEALTHY ROLE MODEL One thing I love most about getting healthier is that I'm showing my kids you can achieve anything when you set a goal, stay focused and motivated, and commit to accomplishing it.

PHOTOS DON'T LIE I attended a work party and someone was taking group photos. When I saw the pictures, I was embarrassed to see how large my stomach was. Two women I work with had gone to Lindora, lost a lot of weight, and looked fantastic. I knew it was time to make a change, so I asked them about the program.

SUPPORT AND STRUCTURE Before I lost weight, I pretty much ate what I wanted, when I wanted it. Lindora has not only taught me how and what to eat for optimal health, they also provided the support and structure I really needed. I think most of us underestimate how much we eat and overestimate how active we are. When you're completing a Daily Action Plan every day, there's no mystery. It kept me conscious and honest about what and how much I was eating, as well as how active I was.

LOVING LINDORA When people ask me what I think about Lindora, the three words that come to mind are remarkable, tremendous and successful. The program and the people are first-class. It's been a real game changer in my life.

BIG CHANGES When I was overweight, I was unhappy and embarrassed. Now, my energy—and my self-confidence—are at all-time highs. My outlook on life is much more positive, and I'm grateful for everything Lindora has taught me. I recently made a career move, and both of the people who interviewed me at my new company had seen me in a Lindora TV commercial. I don't think that got me the job, but it sure didn't hurt.

BOTTOM LINE Lindora is the best thing that's ever happened to me. Ever. It's fast, it's easy, and it works. I'm living proof of that. If I can do it, anyone can!

AGE 37

OCCUPATION Estate Planning Specialist

HEIGHT 5’2

WEIGHT 140

WEIGHT LOSS I’m down 29 pounds!

DRESS SIZE I’ve gone from a size 14 down to a size 6!

PICTURE PERFECT I used to hate having my photo taken because the image in the photograph was always so different from how I saw myself. Well, pictures don’t lie! I realized I was in total denial about how heavy I’d become. But after losing 29 pounds with Lindora Clinic, I love how I look—in photos and in the mirror!

MOVING MORE Before I lost weight, I couldn’t run without being totally wiped out in a matter of seconds. Now that I’ve lost weight, everything—including exercise—is so much easier.

HEALTHY MOTIVATION Diabetes runs in my family, and I was concerned that if I didn’t make some changes in how I was living, I would pay a price. Lindora Clinic really helped me understand the connection between my behavior and my body.

OVERCOMING OBSTACLES The Lindora Clinic experience was a real learning process for me. There were times, for example, when I really wanted to eat foods I’ve loved for years, but once I realized they were loaded with fat and calories and had no nutritional value, it was easier to stop eating them—especially when I started to see results on the scale and my clothes started fitting differently.

GREAT ADVICE I’d tell anyone who wants to lose weight to stay focused and really commit to change. And even if you stumble, never give up. Remember why you started the program and keep going. The Lean For Life® program works if you work it!

TRANSFORMATION Before I lost weight, I felt like I was living in the background. Thanks to Lindora, I’m much more comfortable in my own skin. My husband is really proud of me, and I have a sense of pride and self-confidence that feels so good. When people tell me I look as good as I did back in high school, I love it!

THANK YOU, LINDORA! When people ask me about the Lean For Life® program, I tell them it’s awesome, unbelievable and life-changing!

AGE 42

OCCUPATION Program Consultant/Clinic Manager

HEIGHT 5’7

WEIGHT 185

WEIGHT LOSS I started Lindora at 488 pounds. I’ve lost 303 pounds and now weigh 185.

DRESS SIZE At my heaviest, I wore a 30/32. Today, I wear a size 8/10.

BEEN THERE, DONE THAT Before Lindora, I’d tried to diet many times. I did everything from Nutri-System® to Jenny Craig® to diet pills. Nothing ever worked for me—until I found Lindora.

THE BIG DIFFERENCE For me, Lindora’s Lean For Life® program wasn’t about deprivation or what I couldn’t eat. It was about learning to eat in healthier ways and changing bad habits that were literally weighing me down.

ROLE MODEL When I started with Lindora, it never occurred to me that I’d end up in their television commercials. It feels so amazing when people tell me how much I’ve inspired them. I’ve been in People magazine, on the cover of Woman’s World and First for Women, and on several local and national TV shows. I love doing it, because I know there are people out there who will see my story and say to themselves, ‘If she did it, maybe I can, too.’ And they can!

DADDY’S LITTLE GIRL I was visiting my father one day and was struggling to get up from the sofa. We had buried my mother about a year earlier, and my father told me he was worried about me and didn’t want to lose me, too. It was one of those emotional moments that changes lives. We’d both seen Lindora TV commercials, and he urged me to call and find out more about the program. Today, he loves telling people how proud he is of his ‘little girl.’

MOVING MORE At 488 pounds, just walking from my desk to the copier was a challenge. My knees hurt all the time. These days, I work out three hours a day, six days a week—and I love every minute of it. I’m always playing softball, going to the gym, or walking. I’m so active I can hardly keep up with myself!

DAILY INSPIRATION I’m one of those lucky people who actually enjoys going to work every day. After years of encouraging people to go to Lindora, I’m now a Lindora employee. Every day, I get to talk with people who are ready to make big changes in their bodies, their health and their lives. Whenever someone tells me they’re not sure they can do it, I show them a photo of me from ten years ago. I tell them I know first hand what can happen when you commit, focus and follow the program!