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
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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.
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"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.
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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
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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."
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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.
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