From dreading it to living it
Fernando set out to overhaul his physique and rebuild his lifestyle for the long term. The number on the scale changed, he lost 13kg, but the bigger shift was what happened around it: exercise went from something he dreaded to something he now gets genuinely excited about.
The change has been total. He’s fitter than he’s ever been, more motivated to stay active, and finds himself making healthier choices without having to think as hard about them.
My greatest achievement has been making exercise part of my life, thoroughly enjoying exercising and learning how to incorporate it in my daily routineFernando
Mornings that set the tone
Fernando trains in the mornings and treats the session as scheduled time for himself, something he’d never built into his routine before. Those early sessions set him up for the rest of the day, keeping him focused and in a better mood long after he’s left the gym.
Nutrition without the fear
Fernando expected the nutrition side of the process to be the hardest part. It wasn’t. With support throughout, he built a genuine understanding of food, learned to cook for the first time in his life, and started looking at what was on his plate differently, even at Christmas and on holidays.
A lot has changed! I am more motivated to be active, drink less and be far more health-consciousFernando
A ripple effect
Fernando had been to plenty of gyms before and wasn’t sure what to expect walking into ATP. What stood out was the environment: no judgment, just ordinary people who were serious about helping him get results. As his own results became obvious, his friends started asking questions too, some began joining him on hikes, others started making changes of their own.
There’s one important point which is to find a coach that fits your style. I think that was quite an important part of my journey with ATP compared to other experiencesFernando
That mindset, treating it as an investment in himself rather than another gym membership, is what carried him through.
My physique has changed 100%. I am so happy with how much fat I have lost and the amount of muscle I’ve built. I am so much fitter than before and feel so excited to exercise, instead of dreading it like before.Fernando
When Fernando started, exercise was something to get through. Now it’s the part of the day he looks forward to most.
Coached at ATP Personal Training Singapore
