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Wales Online
3 days ago
- Health
- Wales Online
Woman loses four stone and keeps it off for five years without giving up ice cream
Woman loses four stone and keeps it off for five years without giving up ice cream Losing weight doesn't have to mean missing out on the things you love, as Brianna discovered after her weight loss transformation Brianna saw a big change on her weight loss journey (Image: Simple ) All too often, we're told that in order to get our diets in check and lose weight, we need to give up all the delicious 'unhealthy' foods that we love. But not only does this make our lives miserable (what's a Sunday night film without a cheeky bit of chocolate?) but it can actually make it harder to lose weight and keep it off. Indeed, Brianna Alexander has shared her weight loss story that saw her shed more than four stone (27kg, 60lbs) without giving up her favourite treats, and she's kept it off for five years with a sustainable, long-term nutrition plan using weight loss app Simple. This also allowed her to utilise popular weight loss method, intermittent fasting. "Throughout this journey I have seen many ups and downs of fasting. Reflecting on my nutrition has really taught me a thing or two on losing weight and how it affects your energy levels, your confidence, and completely transforming your life in terms of working out," said Brianna, who lost a total of four stone, four pounds . READ MORE: 'Super shiny' lip gloss slashed in price in Boots £10 Tuesday deal READ MORE: Straighteners that are 'just as good GHD' are now less than £30 "I've actually been able to learn a lot more about my nutrition and some of the things that make you feel better when you eat certain foods, and why you crash after eating a big meal. Things like that I've learned through the Simple app." Brianna's success lies in her diligently reshaping her diet with the help of the Simple app, which is currently 60% off with code REACH60. The cutting-edge AI coaching app creates bespoke slimming programs based on lifestyle, activity levels, health goals and timeline - and encourages a balanced diet that boasts sustainable, long term results thanks to the fact users can still carry on enjoying their favourite treats. Simple app £29.99 £17.99 Simple Get deal now Product Description Shoppers can now use the code REACH60 to save 60% off simple weight loss plans on The Simple App. " I downloaded the app in 2020 because I didn't really have a sense of where I wanted to go in terms of my fitness goals and my healthy lifestyle goals," said Brianna. "I knew that I wasn't on the right path at the moment. I was stress eating a lot, binge eating overnight and really not liking the way my body was looking and feeling and my energy was really low all the time. I was constantly taking caffeine throughout the day to feel energy, to feel motivated to do things like working out." Brianna said that using the Simple app, which helps users with a personalised diet plan that can include intermittent fasting - which involves eating healthy meals during set hours of the day, and fasting for the remainder of the time - helped her rethink her nutrition and overhaul her lifestyle. "The first, biggest misconception I had when I started fasting was I would be hungry all the time and it's going to make me really upset and angry," she said. "After I started fasting, I realised that I actually felt hungry the entire time and I couldn't figure out why exactly I was. I eventually did some more digging and the app helped me understand why I was hungry, and that's how I learned about my nutrition. "My nutrition was very poor and low at the time. Every time you input a food into the Simple app and it gives you a daily nutrition score. As a reflection of a low or bad diet, I was feeling terrible throughout the day, so sleepy and tired and just not my best self." The Simple app makes creating a balanced diet easy and sustainable (Image: Simple ) Brianna said that when she started on her healthy eating plan in 2020, she was eating a lot of fast food and forgoing fruits and veggies. The Simple app helped her identify what she should be including in her diet, helping her set up a meal plan, grocery list and workouts, with ongoing support from the built-in AI coach Avo. " That was able to be my template for the week of things I should be doing and goals I should have throughout the week," she said. "All that was tailored to my own personal goals and if you're a new user to it and you don't know where to start, that's one hundred percent where a new user should start." " I really am grateful that I am tracking it, that I'm staying consistent, the app makes it really easy," she continued, adding that while ice cream used to be her biggest weakness, she found a way to still enjoy her favourite treat. " Ice cream used to be one of my biggest weaknesses in terms of not getting the nutrition I needed, but eventually I had found some alternatives that I now eat that provide lower calories and more proteins," she said. "So I'm not completely without ice cream, I can still have it. But making sure my nutrition is on-point in the most consistent thing about your diet." Brit Marcel Botes also found the AI coaching app vary effective (Image: Simple ) There are plenty of other apps out there that help users lose weight in a similar way to Simple. For example, Lifesum is free to download and allows users to track their meals, showing calorie and macro information, with guidance about what to eat and even an intermittent fasting tracker. Similarly, Noom is a weight loss app that focuses on healthy lifestyle changes and behavioural psychology, with personalised plans and support for users. However, Brianna is far from being the only user to find success with Simple: plenty of people have taken to Trustpilot to share their experiences. "Scanning your meal makes it so easy. But what I didn't expect was how good coach was at giving great recipes and healthy options to make changes to the recipes," said one user. Another said: "The app is very informative and helpful in keeping me on track to be successful in reaching my goals regarding my weight loss journey. I have been delightfully pleased with the results I am achieving at this time. I'm glad that I found this particular app. It's truly on point and helpful in my journey in getting to where I want to be physically and mentally." However, some users did flag some issues. One said: "A tutorial is needed for all the features for optimal use." Another said: "I am learning a lot, but if I'm honest it is too much checking in. I know this is to help me get on track, but there are times it is just too much." Article continues below A user added: "The Simple Life App is easy to follow, very useful, and informative. I can definitely see myself using this app long term!" The Simple app is currently 60% off with code REACH60.
North Wales Live
07-05-2025
- Health
- North Wales Live
Mum lost more than 11 stone working out using a wall at home instead of a gym
A mum-of-two lost more than 11 stone in around two years working out at home around looking after her children and without using any specialist equipment. Laci Gilbert has lost more than 116lbs in total using a lifestyle app that helped keep her motivated and gave her workout and nutritional advice. Laci took up wall pilates as part of her transformation and says the low impact, low budget exercises helped her and explained: "Wall pilates is great for somebody who's limited on time and even financial limitations. All you need is motivation and a wall, and you can do it. It is not difficult. It is low impact on your joints. As somebody who has never been much of a high-impact cardio person, I think it's great. You feel the benefits in your muscles without the impact to your joints." Laci chose the workouts as part of setting up a bespoke workout plan in The Simple App, which offers tailored daily exercise options, scientifically-backed advice, nutrition analysis, and Avo, an AI coach, to help users adjust their living habits. She said: "It has changed my life and I'm so grateful for it. As working mums, wives, mothers, life takes over and sometimes we don't have time in the evenings to get to the gym or just don't feel like moving. The Simple App gives you a no-excuse reason to get up and move, especially when you can do it at home with no equipment." Simple The app, which is available on Android and Apple is one of a host of fitness apps which have flourished over recent years, after first booming in popularity as fans tried to find ways to work out while gyms were closed during the pandemic. The Lifesum app is a tracker for dietary and fitness habits, while MyFitnessPal focuses on meal planning and calorie counting. Simple incorporates elements from both of these apps and adds in additional functionality. It's currently running a 60% off discount when shoppers use the code REACH60 at checkout, reports Wales Online. Users signing up for the app start by filling in a comprehensive survey that covers health goals, preferences and past experiences with weight loss. The answers are used to product a fully adaptable, bespoke programme aimed at achieving those specific goals, using features such as food logging through typing, voice or photo, and a Nutriscanner to help with meal planning. The app has workout plans which can include strength training, cardio, or even Laci's preferred wall pilates. The app also has its own AI-powered coach, known as Avo which answers queries instantly, effectively offering 24/7 access to wellbeing and fitness advice whenever needed. Laci is one of over 17 million people who have downloaded Simple since its launch and she has received compensation from Simple for her honest feedback following her transformation. Of course, results can vary and professional medical advice is recommended before making any significant lifestyle changes. The Simple App has raked in a stellar 4.3 out of 5-star rating on Trustpilot, based on more than 29,000 reviews. One satisfied customer said it was great and they had lost 7lbs already, adding: "This is the only plan that has worked for me. Tried several in the past and nothing has worked for me. Easy meal plans based on the foods I like. Workouts are designed for me based on my limitations. If I have a question about serving size or help with my workouts it gets answered immediately." Another added: "Love the app, easy to use. Positive helpful AI support. Doesn't over complicate things, eg counting calories or worrying about portion size. If you are dishonest it is only with yourself." However, opinions on the app differ, with one user pointing out: "Not the easiest to navigate to log food or activity from the day before." Another added: "It's too complicated." On the flip side, another reviewer praised the motivating element of the app, explaining: "This app is amazing. It has kept me way more engaged than any other dieting app I've tried. It is super helpful and I love the feature of chatting with coach Avo, who always has the answers and suggestions I need to keep going."
Wales Online
05-05-2025
- Business
- Wales Online
Woman lost 116lbs doing at-home workouts that only needed 'a wall'
Woman lost 116lbs doing at-home workouts that only needed 'a wall' Simple offer an easy-to-follow routine giving users a diet and exercise plan they can stick to Laci has reformed her diet and lifestyle with Simple (Image: Simple ) Laci Gilbert, a mum who started her weight loss journey in 2023 when she weighed 275lbs and slimmed down to 116 lbs, has shared the secret behind her transformation. She credits an affordable app designed to assist with mindset and lifestyle habits for her success. Laci explains that she shed over six stone by using a lifestyle app that helped her alter her diet and integrate home wall pilates routines into her daily life, all from the comfort of her own home. The Simple App is an AI-powered coaching tool for adults that provides personalised daily workouts, science-based coaching, nutrition analysis, and Avo the AI coach to facilitate changes in lifestyle habits. Laci commented: "As working moms, wives, mothers, just family members, life takes over and sometimes we don't have time in the evenings to get ourselves to the gym or sometimes we just don't feel like moving. The Simple App gives you a no-excuse reason to get up and move, especially when you can do it at home with no equipment. READ MORE: Lovehoney shopper says 'dang that's good' at toy now in site's flash sale READ MORE: Roman shoppers praise 'ideal holiday' top in 12 colours that 'hides lumps and bumps' "It is great for a busy person who needs something to do at home or somebody who cannot afford a gym membership, equipment. All you need is yourself and a wall and you've got it," Laci continued, noting that she regularly engages in home wall pilates workouts. If this sounds appealing, customers can now use the code REACH60 to get a 60% discount on straightforward weight loss plans on The Simple App. The app is user-friendly, with customers beginning their journey by completing a comprehensive survey covering their health goals, preferences and past experiences with weight loss. Simple app £29.99 £17.99 Simple Buy Now on Simple Product Description Shoppers can now use the code REACH60 to save 60% off simple weight loss plans on The Simple App. Following this, they will gain access to a range of features such as food logging through typing, voice or photo, and a nutriscanner. The app also offers daily workout plans that are tailored into seven-day plans, which can include strength training, cardio, or, as previously mentioned, wall pilates. One of the key features that sets the Simple App apart is the in-app coach, Avo. Powered by AI, Avo is a personal wellness assistant that can answer user queries instantly, meaning users have round-the-clock access to wellbeing and fitness advice whenever required. Laci is one of over 17 million people who have downloaded Simple since its launch and she has received compensation from Simple for her honest feedback following her transformation. Of course, results can vary and professional medical advice is recommended before making any significant lifestyle changes. There are numerous fitness apps available and for some alternative options, customers could also try the Lifesum app which assists users in tracking their dietary and fitness habits. The app records food, exercise and other behaviours with the aim of helping to establish healthy habits. Laci's before and after photos show how far she's come in her weight loss journey (Image: Simple ) Another option could be Myfitnesspal, which is one of the most popular food and nutrition trackers available. It boasts features such as meal planning, calorie counting, and workout routines. Both of these apps are free to use but also offer premium options for users seeking additional help and resources. The Simple App has earned a high 4.2 out of 5-star rating on Trustpilot from a total of 28,902 reviews. One customer commented: "The Avo chat is very responsive and informative in providing resources specific to my requests." However, opinions on the app vary, with one user stating: "Not the easiest to navigate to log food or activity from the day before." While another remarked: "It's too complicated." Article continues below Yet another user praised the app, saying: "This app is amazing. It has kept me way more engaged than any other dieting app I've tried. It is super helpful and I love the feature of chatting with coach Avo, always has the answers and suggestions I need to keep going." "It's amazing, so on point, I lost 16 pounds in two weeks. I will continue to use this app and get all I need to know about my fasting, workout, and advice from AI," another customer shared.
