I joined Curves a few weeks before my 40th birthday. I knew I had to make a commitment to get in better shape. Even though I work at a physical job, my body was telling me that wasn’t enough. I love Curves. I have no problem keeping my commitment of three times a week. Well, a few years went by and I felt great, but I was really unhappy with my weight. I knew I could stand to lose 20 pounds… and this was confirmed by Curves trainers when I asked them what someone of my height should weigh. Yup. 20 pounds to shed. Ugh. Then Christina and Cori-Ann talked to me about the Curves weight management solution. I had never been on a diet in my life before and was very nervous, but this sounded like something I could manage. I love to eat and knew I wouldn’t succeed with a “less food” approach. Well – the proof is in the pudding! I stuck to the plan and have just about achieved my goal! With continuous encouragement from the Curves gang, and hearing compliments from friends and family, it was easy. The food I chose to eat was easy to prepare and delicious. I have learned to change the way I eat, not all together what I eat. I am never, ever hungry. I look forward to my meals and snacks, and combined with my time on the Circuit I feel just fabulous!

Cecile Biais is a young woman who lives in Berkshire, a county in southern England. Cecilia approached her thirties, an age considered by many women as the "ideal age", but she bought her clothes in shops reserved for large sizes. She wanted to lose weight at any price, but did not know how to get started. "The more I swelled, the more I was depressed ... I totally lost my confidence, both at work with my friends. " In just one year, Cecile literally melted. With a size 50-52, she now has a recognizable figure with a waist of 38. She lost over 30 kilos and 167 cm distributed throughout the body! She says she spent a challenging year, but "without Curves, I could not have done!" In addition to her phenomenal weight loss and greatly improved fitness, Cecile also sees life in a much more positive way. Today she has more confidence in herself and feels more "balanced". Her health has also greatly improved, her attitude is positive and style of living has improved, elements that have brought her closer to her family. According to Cecile, this Curves adventure has changed her life. "It's the best decision I ever made."

When Diane Jordan made the decision to join Curves in 2006, her morale was "at the bottom." His size 60 did not only affect her pride; she seriously endangered her life. She had all the risks of developing hypertensive disorders, diabetes or suffering a stroke, among other serious health problems. At Curves, Diane learned that some small changes could make all the difference. Encouraged by the staff of Curves and the 30 minute workout three times a week, she began to drink water every day and eat smaller healthier food portions. She also began eating more fruits and vegetables. In just two years, Diane's efforts have paid off. She has now lost nearly 32 kilograms and wears size 14 dresses! She is proud of her efforts and said, thinking of her debut at Curves, "Since that time, I built a new life and I now have more confidence in myself and my body." Thinking about her new figure and the changes it has brought to her every day life, Diane recalls: "The last time I was this thin, I was a teenager!". In addition to this, Diane told us that before joining Curves and begin this adventure, she had never owned a pair of jeans or a single dress. After losing nearly 32 kg, jeans and dresses have now become two essential elements of her new wardrobe.