Have you ever looked in the mirror and been so unhappy with what you saw that you stopped looking? That was me for a long time. I would only look in a mirror to make sure my makeup wasn’t messed up or to make sure my hair wasn’t a mess. I never looked to see how my outfit looked because I didn’t think it was worth the look. Then, my daughter got engaged and wedding plans were underway. I looked in that mirror and said “no way will you look like this for the wedding.” The rest is history! I will forever be thankful and grateful to Shealyn Taggart for not only changing my appearance, but for her continuous and never-ending support, guidance, motivation, and inspiration. This has, more importantly, changed my outlook and attitude on life. It has given me a better sense of what I can achieve and how much I can push myself to success.
My New Years’ resolution for 2018 was to lose weight for the wedding. I had tried every diet and joined every gym with no results or drive. So I decided I needed to try a personal trainer. I signed up for a 3-month contract to see how it went. I met Shea that first day on January 2, 2018. I was so nervous, being so overweight and out of shape, and I didn’t know what to expect. She was nothing short of amazing. After 30 minutes, I knew this could finally work for me. I had confidence in myself that I could actually maybe do this! So, a once-per-week contract became a twice-per-week one, and that progressed to three times a week. I was losing weight and progressing with my ability in exercises that Shea would have me do. She was, and always is, so patient, so encouraging, and just so damn good at being a motivator that I would push myself and keep trying to get through each workout, even though I was tired and sore and struggling. She has a way of getting the best and most out of you in a caring manner.
Three and a half years later, I continue to be with Shea several times a week- and will continue to do so! In the three in a half years that she’s been my trainer, I can honestly say that there has not been one workout that has been the same. She is so creative and keeps things fresh and new each and every time. She is totally tuned in to what you can do well and what you need to work on and will make you feel great about it all while you are sweating and may be struggling and sometimes wanting to just stop. Shea will never let you just stop but will work you through and encourage you through those tough times in the most positive and constructive way. She pushes you as far as she knows she should, and once in a while a little bit more (which we can all use)! Her approach and attitude towards life, in general, has changed my life forever in so many ways. I’ve lost weight and gone down many sizes, but more importantly, I’ve gained confidence in myself that I didn’t have before. I look in the mirror now and wish I had met Shea sooner. I’m 57 years old or young? It’s all a number as Shea reminds me all the time! If you are looking for someone to give you that boost, that confidence in yourself, that kickstart you need to get moving and get into the best shape you can be, check out her workouts on Instagram (@Sheawayfitness) and see for yourself. Give Shea a moment of your time and I am sure you will be pleased and thrilled you made the decision to let Shea work with you to achieve your goals!
